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HMX DESERT LINEAR

HMX DESERT LINEAR Switches

The HMX Desert Linear switch is a meticulously crafted keyboard switch designed by HIFI Fox, intended to complement the renowned DMK Silent Desert keycap set. With its translucent PA12 housing, this switch evokes the imagery of sand and wind, offering a unique aesthetic while delivering a superior typing experience.... Read more
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HMX DESERT LINEAR
HMX MIST LINEAR    EDITION
HMX JAMMY LINEAR    EDITION
Name
HMX DESERT LINEAR
Name
HMX MIST LINEAR EDITION
Name
HMX JAMMY LINEAR EDITION
Release year
2025
Release year
2024
Release year
2023
Switch type
Linear
Switch type
Linear
Switch type
Linear
Profile
Normal
Profile
Normal
Profile
Normal
Actuation force
45g
Actuation force
45g
Actuation force
57g
Pre travel
2mm
Pre travel
2mm
Pre travel
2mm
Total travel
3.8mm
Total travel
3.8mm
Total travel
3.7mm
Bottom out force
53g
Bottom out force
53g
Bottom out force
63g
Pins
-
Pins
-
Pins
-
Factory lubed
 
Factory lubed
 
Factory lubed
 
Magnetic connection
 
Magnetic connection
 
Magnetic connection
 
Top Housing Material
Nylon
Top Housing Material
Nylon
Top Housing Material
Nylon
Bottom Housing Material
Nylon
Bottom Housing Material
Nylon
Bottom Housing Material
Nylon
Stem Material
POM
Stem Material
POM
Stem Material
POM
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Product Description

The HMX Desert Linear switch is a meticulously crafted keyboard switch designed by HIFI Fox, intended to complement the renowned DMK Silent Desert keycap set. With its translucent PA12 housing, this switch evokes the imagery of sand and wind, offering a unique aesthetic while delivering a superior typing experience.

Design and Aesthetics

The translucent PA12 housing of the switch is reminiscent of the desert landscape, capturing the essence of sand and wind. This design not only enhances the visual appeal of your keyboard but also provides a smooth and seamless typing experience.

Material Composition

  • Stem Material: POM (Polyoxymethylene) for a robust and smooth action.
  • Top Housing: PA12 (Polyamide 12) for a translucent and durable finish.
  • Bottom Housing: PA12, ensuring consistency in design and performance.

Performance and Feel

The Desert Linear switch offers a silky smooth travel, thanks to the PA12 housing. Despite its desert-inspired look, the feel is anything but dry. The precise factory lubing by HMX, using a mix of GPL105 and GPL205, ensures a smooth operation, enhancing the overall typing experience.

Sound Profile

Belonging to the classic HMX clack category, these switches provide a bright, clean, and clacky sound. The combination of the POM stem and PA12 housing ensures a balanced sound profile, with the softness of PA12 mitigating the potential stiffness of the POM stem's bottom-out.

Technical Specifications

  • Switch Type: Linear
  • Designer: HIFI Fox
  • Mold: Old
  • Operating Force: 45±2g
  • Bottom-out Force: 53±2g
  • Pre-travel: 2.0mm
  • Total Travel: 3.8±0.2mm
  • Spring: 21mm KOS single-stage extended
  • Factory Lubed: Yes, with a mix of GPL105 and GPL205 on leaf spring, stem feet, and bottom housing rails

Conclusion

The HMX Desert Linear switch is an exceptional choice for keyboard enthusiasts seeking a unique aesthetic paired with a high-performance typing experience. Its combination of materials, precise factory lubing, and distinctive sound profile make it a standout option for any keyboard setup.

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