Jerrzi Salt Ice Linear Switches

The Jerrzi Salt Ice Linear is a smooth, factory-lubricated linear switch suited for users who want a bright, tactilely light keypress with a distinctive sound. It fits well for gamers and typists who prefer a consistent, low-resistance feel without tactile bumps. Its transparent housing enhances RGB lighting effects, making it a good choice for builds emphasizing underglow aesthetics.

Feel & Sound

• Linear and smooth keystroke with no tactile bump, offering consistent resistance throughout the press.
• Produces a bright and clacky sound profile, which may appeal to users who like audible feedback but is less ideal for quiet environments.
• Unique sound signature due to an unusual combination of materials in the housing and stem.

Actuation Characteristics

• Moderate actuation force around 45gf, balancing lightness and control for fast keypresses without accidental triggers.
• Pre-travel of about 2mm provides a noticeable but not overly long distance before actuation.
• Total travel near 3.4mm offers a standard keypress depth, suitable for both gaming and typing.

Build Quality & Materials

• Top and bottom housings made from polycarbonate (PC), contributing to durability and clear RGB diffusion.
• Stem constructed from polyamide (PA), supporting smooth movement and consistent feel.
• Factory lubrication reduces initial scratchiness, improving out-of-the-box smoothness.

Compatibility & Modding

• Transparent top housing enhances RGB lighting compatibility, ideal for visually focused builds.
• Factory lube quality is good, but additional lubing or filming (adding thin layers to reduce wobble) may further reduce stem wobble and sound harshness.
• Unknown compatibility with specific mount types or hot-swap PCBs.

Trade-offs

• Bright and clacky sound may not suit office or quiet settings.
• Linear switches lack tactile feedback, which some typists may find less satisfying.
• Stem wobble and spring ping unknown but could be present given typical budget switch characteristics.