WEKT Nafu Silent Linear Switches

The WEKT Nafu Silent Linear switch is a smooth, quiet linear switch suited for users who prioritize silent typing with a soft bottom-out feel. It fits well in office or shared environments where noise reduction is important. The switch offers a moderate actuation force and a cushioned compression, making it comfortable for extended typing sessions. It is less ideal for those seeking tactile feedback or a clicky experience.

Feel & Sound

• Linear and smooth keystroke without tactile bumps or clicks.
• Silencing pads on the stem reduce noise on both downstroke and bottom-out, resulting in a very quiet typing experience.
• Soft bottom-out cushioning due to TPU material, which lessens finger fatigue over long use.

Actuation Characteristics

• Moderate actuation force around 24.5g, suitable for users who prefer neither too light nor too heavy presses.
• Pre-travel of approximately 2mm provides a responsive keypress without feeling too shallow.
• Full travel extends to about 3.8mm with a slightly longer compression due to the soft silencing material, offering a gentle landing.

Build Quality

• Top housing made of POK and bottom housing of MPA, materials that contribute to durability and sound dampening.
• Stem combines POM and TPU rubber, integrating the silencing mechanism directly into the stem for consistent quietness.
• Spring is a single-stage XC40 type, providing steady force without complex force curves.
• Factory lubed on spring and contact leaf, which reduces scratchiness (surface friction felt during keypress) and improves smoothness out of the box.

Compatibility

• 5-pin MX-style PCB mount, compatible with most MX-compatible PCBs and plates.
• Standard MX stem supports a wide range of keycaps.

Trade-offs

• Soft bottom-out and silencing pads may reduce the tactile feedback some users prefer.
• Unknown long-term durability of the TPU silencing material compared to traditional stems.
• Less suitable for gamers or typists who want a more tactile or clicky response.