Gateron Dual rail Jade Mini HE Linear Switches

This linear switch suits users who want a smooth, quiet keystroke with adjustable travel and high durability. It fits well for gamers or typists seeking consistent performance with minimal stem wobble and a clean sound profile. Its Hall sensor technology offers precise actuation and a longer lifespan compared to traditional mechanical switches.

Feel & Sound

• Linear and smooth keystroke with factory pre-lubrication, reducing scratchiness and noise.
• Back-cover design in the bottom housing produces a pure, refreshing sound, avoiding harsh or loud feedback.
• Stem wobble is minimized by a dual-rail structure, improving typing stability and accuracy.

Actuation Characteristics

• Initial force around 30gf with a bottom-out force of 50gf, offering a light but deliberate keypress.
• Total travel of approximately 3.5mm with pre-travel freely adjustable via keyboard software, allowing customization of actuation point.
• Rapid trigger enabled by Hall sensor technology, providing faster and more precise key registration.

Build Quality

• Uses a 15mm customized spring designed for consistent force and durability.
• Hall sensor technology replaces traditional mechanical contacts, extending lifespan beyond 100 million keystrokes.
• Factory pre-lubed to create a smooth feel and reduce noise without additional user modification.

Compatibility

• E version with N pole facing LED, compatible with several magnetic switch keyboards including WuqueStudio, Arbiter Studio, and others.
• Supports freely setting pre-travel through compatible keyboard drivers.
• Unknown if compatible with hot-swap sockets or standard PCB/plate mounts beyond listed magnetic keyboards.

Trade-offs

• Customization relies on keyboard software, which may limit use with unsupported devices.
• Magnetic and Hall sensor design may not be compatible with all keyboards, restricting broader use.
• Unknown how well it responds to additional lubing or filming, as factory lube is already applied.