Lichicx WingTree x Yamatake Silent Tactile

This silent tactile switch suits users who want clear tactile feedback without noise, such as office workers or typists in quiet environments. It offers a soft, controlled typing experience with a defined tactile bump that avoids the mushy feel common in some silent switches. The integrated damping reduces sound while maintaining precision, making it a balanced choice for those prioritizing quiet but responsive keypresses.

Feel & Sound

• Provides a smooth, soft tactile bump that is clearly noticeable but not sharp.
• Integrated damping keeps keystrokes very quiet, minimizing noise without losing tactility.
• Typing feel is clean and controlled, avoiding a mushy or vague sensation common in some silent switches.

Actuation Characteristics

• Requires moderate force to actuate, balancing responsiveness and fatigue.
• Pre-travel and total travel distances support deliberate keypresses with clear feedback before actuation.
• Bottom-out force is slightly higher than actuation force, providing a solid end-point without harshness.

Build Quality

• Top housing made of polycarbonate, bottom housing of nylon, contributing to durability and sound profile.
• Stem combines POM and silicone, aiding smooth movement and quiet operation.
• Single-stage spring design supports consistent force application throughout the keypress.
• Factory lubed, reducing initial scratchiness and improving smoothness from the start.

Compatibility

• 5-pin design ensures stable PCB mounting and compatibility with most standard mechanical keyboards.
• Includes LED diffuser, suitable for keyboards with RGB or single-color backlighting.

Trade-offs

• Soft tactile bump may feel less pronounced to users preferring stronger feedback.
• Integrated damping reduces noise but may slightly soften the overall typing feel compared to non-silent tactile switches.
• Unknown how it responds to additional modifications like filming or re-lubing.