TAURKENAM Gateron KS-9 Black Linear Switches 65 Pcs Clear Top

Clear-Top Gateron KS-9 Black Switches

These 65-piece packs of Gateron KS-9 Black linear switches target keyboard builders and enthusiasts who want to customise a hot-swap board. The transparent housing is SMD compatible, so per-key RGB lighting shines through cleanly. They suit 60%, TKL and full-size layouts depending on the quantity chosen. Builders who need clicky or tactile feedback should look elsewhere.

Plate-Mount 3-Pin Design With 5-Pin Tolerance

Each switch uses a plate-mount, three-pin base that fits Cherry-style hot-swap sockets from Cherry MX, Kailh, Otemu and other Gateron models. The same footprint also works in five-pin PCB sockets, giving flexibility across different board designs. The clear top is moulded for durability and consistent light diffusion. Users with solder-only PCBs cannot install these without modifying the board.

60 g Actuation And 50 Million Keystroke Rating

The linear Black variant actuates at 60 g with 4 mm total travel, delivering a smooth, quiet stroke suited to both typing and gaming. Gateron rates the KS-9 mechanism for 50 million keystrokes per switch. The pack contains 65 units; larger 90 or 120 piece packs exist for full-size builds, while 10 piece packs suit smaller repairs. Boards requiring a different actuation weight or travel distance will not match this specification.