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HMX GINKGO LINEAR

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Model	HMX GINKGO LINEAR	HMX SONGYUE LINEAR	HMX SPRITE LINEAR

Rating	0.0 stars (0 reviews)	0.0 stars (0 reviews)	0.0 stars (0 reviews)
Purchase Options	Buy on UniKeys $0.35	Buy on UniKeys $0.35	Buy on UniKeys $0.35
Name	Name HMX GINKGO LINEAR	Name HMX SONGYUE LINEAR	Name HMX SPRITE LINEAR
Release year	Release year 2025	Release year 2025	Release year 2025
Switch type	Switch type Linear	Switch type Linear	Switch type Linear
Factory lubed	Factory lubed	Factory lubed	Factory lubed
Profile	Profile Standard profile	Profile Standard profile	Profile Standard profile
Actuation force	Actuation force 45g	Actuation force 43g	Actuation force 45g
Bottom out force	Bottom out force 55g	Bottom out force 50g	Bottom out force 52g
Pre travel	Pre travel 2mm	Pre travel 1mm	Pre travel 1.8mm
Total travel	Total travel 3.7mm	Total travel 3.1mm	Total travel 3.6mm
Pins	Pins -	Pins -	Pins -
Factory lubed	Factory lubed	Factory lubed	Factory lubed
Magnetic Hall Effect	Magnetic Hall Effect	Magnetic Hall Effect	Magnetic Hall Effect
Top Housing Material	Top Housing Material PC	Top Housing Material POM	Top Housing Material PC
Bottom Housing Material	Bottom Housing Material -	Bottom Housing Material POM	Bottom Housing Material PC
Stem Material	Stem Material -	Stem Material -	Stem Material POM
Sound profile	Sound profile Poppy	Sound profile -	Sound profile Thocky
Spring type	Spring type Standard	Spring type Standard	Spring type Standard
Double stage	Double stage	Double stage	Double stage
Long pole	Long pole	Long pole	Long pole
Dust proof	Dust proof	Dust proof	Dust proof
Water resistant	Water resistant	Water resistant	Water resistant
Weight	Weight 10g	Weight -	Weight -

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Product Description

The HMX Ginkgo Linear is a mechanical keyboard switch designed for enthusiasts seeking a smooth and poppy typing experience. It features a newly developed housing and stem mold, resulting in a fuller sound profile and minimal stem wobble. With its factory lubrication and high-quality materials, this switch is ideal for users who prefer a loud and satisfying keystroke.

Design and Construction

This linear switch is engineered with precision, utilizing a new mold for both the housing and stem. The result is a super smooth keystroke with reduced stem wobble, enhancing overall stability and feel during use. The switch is designed by Soulcat and manufactured by HMX.

Switch Type: Linear
Designer: Soulcat
Newly developed housing and stem mold
Minimal stem wobble for enhanced stability

Materials

High-quality materials are used throughout the construction of the switch, contributing to its unique sound and feel.

Stem Material: T5
Top Housing: Polycarbonate (PC)
Bottom Housing: P5

Performance Specifications

The switch is optimized for a responsive and comfortable typing experience, with carefully tuned actuation and travel distances.

Operating Force: 45±2g
Bottom-out Force: 55±2g
Pre-travel Distance: 2.0mm
Total Travel Distance: 3.7±0.2mm
Spring: 22mm KOS single-stage extended

Sound and Feel

The Ginkgo Linear switch is known for its fuller and poppier sound signature. It is an excellent choice for those who want a keyboard with a loud and satisfying acoustic profile. The new mold and factory lubrication further enhance the smoothness and consistency of each keystroke.

Full, poppy, and loud sound profile
Super smooth keystroke feel
Minimal stem wobble for a stable typing experience

Factory Lubrication

Each switch is factory lubed using a mix of GPL105 and GPL205 lubricants. The lubrication is applied to the leaf spring, stem feet, and bottom housing rails, ensuring a smooth and consistent feel right out of the box.