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Clear plastic box holding thirty-six Cherry MX2A Silent Red linear switches

Cherry MX2A Silent Red Switch Kit 36 pcs

SKU CH-NZBD-K196A

Kit of 36 linear MX2A Silent Red switches with 45 cN actuation, 1.9 mm pre-travel and IP67-rated contacts rated for over 50 million keystrokes

  • Surface typePlastic
  • Base typePlastic
  • Product thickness0.73 L x 0.61 W x 0.61 H inches
  • Size0.73 in × 0.61 in × 0.61 in
  • Product type1, Plastic, Mechanical Keyboards with Cherry MX switch suppo
  • Product dimensions0.73 in × 0.61 in × 0.61 in
  • 36 switches let you customise a full keyboard or replace worn keys
  • Silent Red linear action with 45 cN actuation force for quiet, smooth keystrokes
  • 9 mm pre-travel and 3.7 mm total travel give fast, predictable response
  • Gold Crosspoint contacts rated for over 50 million actuations ensure lasting reliability
  • Factory lubrication and redesigned spring deliver smoother feel and improved acoustics

36 Cherry MX2A Silent Red Switches

The kit contains 36 Cherry MX2A RGB Silent Red mechanical switches. Each switch uses a linear action with no tactile bump and no audible click. They are rated for over 50 million actuations per switch.

For quiet linear typing and DIY builds

Suits enthusiasts building or repairing hot-swap keyboards who want a silent, smooth linear feel with factory lubrication and improved spring design. Not suited for users who prefer a tactile bump or an audible click with each keystroke.

Linear 45 cN actuation, 1.9 mm pre-travel

The defining spec is the linear characteristic combined with a 45 cN actuation force and 1.9 mm pre-travel distance. This determines the required finger pressure and the point at which the key registers, making it the key factor for deciding if the switch matches your typing preference.

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Price $24.99
Pricier than about 57% of the 5,836 comparable items (median $22.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameCherry
Product lineDMX2A-71NA-4A
Model nameDMX2A-71NA-4A
Part numberCHERRY MX2A SWITCH KITS
Product type1, Plastic, Mechanical Keyboards with Cherry MX switch support and PCB mount
Size & build
Product dimensions0.73 in × 0.61 in × 0.61 in
Surface typePlastic
Base typePlastic
Product thickness0.73 L x 0.61 W x 0.61 H inches
Size0.73 in × 0.61 in × 0.61 in

Questions about this item

What PCB-mount standard do these Cherry MX2A Silent Red switches use, and what actuation force does it set?

They use the standard Cherry MX PCB-mount footprint with a 45 cN actuation force, 1.9 mm pre-travel and 3.7 mm total travel.

What are the exact dimensions of each switch so I can confirm plate and PCB clearance?

Each switch measures 0.73 in length by 0.61 in width by 0.61 in height.

How do I install these switches on a hot-swap board, and what orientation mistake should I avoid?

Align the two plastic guide pins and the central stem with the hot-swap sockets, then press straight down until seated; reversing the pins will prevent insertion.

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