Cherry MX Black Switches
Industry Standard Linear Switches
Cherry MX Black Switches
The MX Black is an industry standard linear mechanical keyboard switch, found in a wide range of factory assambled mechanical keyboards.
The MX Black has the same linear function as MX Reds, but is a little less sensitive than MX Reds, with a slightly higher actuaction force of 60g.
Cherry MX Black Specifications
| Model | MX Black |
|---|---|
| Feel | Linear |
| Sound | Quiet |
| Brand | Cherry |
| Stem | MX |
| Actuation Force | 60g |
| Pre Travel | 2.0 mm |
| Total Travel | 4.0 mm |
| Stem Color | Black |
| Top Housing | Plastic polymer - Black |
| Bottom Housing | Black |
| Mount | Plate or PCB |
| LED | SMD |
| Lifespan | Up to 100 million keystrokes |
| Sound | Quiet |
Cherry MX Black Actuation Force Graph
Cherry MX Black vs Cherry MX Red
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| Feel | Linear | Linear |
|---|---|---|
| Pre Travel | 2.0 mm | 2.0 mm |
| Total Travel | 4.0 mm | 4.0 mm |
| Actuation Force | 60g | 45g |
| Lifespan | 100 million | 100 million |
| Sound | No click | No click |