Everglide Aqua King V3 linear Switches

The Everglide Aqua King V3 linear switch is a premium mechanical keyboard switch designed for enthusiasts who value smooth keypresses, striking aesthetics, and reliable performance. With its fully transparent construction and refined internal engineering, it is tailored for users seeking both visual appeal and a satisfying typing experience.

Design and Build Quality

This switch features a completely transparent polycarbonate stem and housing, allowing for maximum light transmission. The clear design makes it an excellent choice for RGB keyboard builds, enabling vibrant shine-through effects that highlight custom lighting setups. The switch is built with durability in mind, rated for up to 50 million actuations, ensuring long-lasting performance.

• Fully transparent polycarbonate stem and housing
• Ideal for RGB and shine-through LED setups
• Rated for 50 million keystrokes

Performance and Feel

The Aqua King V3 is a linear switch, delivering a smooth and consistent keystroke without tactile bumps or audible clicks. It is pre-lubed at the factory, resulting in reduced friction and a silky actuation. The switch provides a soft bottom-out, contributing to a comfortable typing or gaming experience. Enhanced stability has been introduced in this version, minimizing wobble and ensuring precise keypresses.

• Linear actuation for smooth, uninterrupted key travel
• Pre-lubed for frictionless operation
• Soft bottom-out feel for comfort
• Improved stability and reduced stem wobble

Technical Specifications

The switch is engineered with a 5-pin PCB mount, making it compatible with a wide range of custom mechanical keyboards, especially those designed for premium builds. Its actuation and bottom-out forces are finely tuned for a balanced typing experience.

• Type: Linear
• Actuation Force: 55g
• Bottom-Out Force: 62g
• Pre-Travel Distance: 2.0mm
• Total Travel Distance: 4.0mm
• 5-pin PCB mount for secure installation
• Factory lubricated for smoothness

Compatibility and Use Cases

Thanks to its transparent design and 5-pin mounting, this switch is well-suited for a variety of keyboard layouts, including full-size and tenkeyless (TKL) configurations. It is especially popular among users who prioritize both aesthetics and a premium typing feel. The switch’s characteristics make it a strong choice for gaming, programming, and everyday typing.

• Compatible with most custom mechanical keyboards (5-pin PCB mount)
• Perfect for RGB and LED-focused builds
• Suitable for full-size and TKL layouts
• Great for gaming, typing, and professional use

Summary

The Everglide Aqua King V3 linear switch stands out for its combination of visual clarity, smooth actuation, and robust construction. Whether upgrading an existing keyboard or building a new one from scratch, it offers a premium solution for those who demand both style and substance in their mechanical switches.