Krytox GPL 105 High-Performance PFPE Lubricant
Best thin lubricant for custom mechanical keyboard enthusiasts.
Elevate your mechanical keyboard experience with Krytox GPL 105, a premium PFPE lubricant designed for enthusiasts. This specialized oil offers a thin viscosity, ensuring it penetrates deeply into switch components for an exceptionally smooth and consistent typing feel. A 5mL container is ample for lubing around 300 springs, making it an economical choice for custom builds. Experience enhanced switch performance and a refined typing experience with this genuine Krytox formulation.
$8.06
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/ 5
Category Rank
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#21 in Input Device Accessories
Price vs Category Average
-75%
Below average
Volume
5
/ mL
Who it's for
- Engineers requiring consistent performance in harsh environments
- Maintenance professionals seeking long-term reliability and safety
- Precision hobbyists needing clean, mess-free component lubrication
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious buyers looking for affordable general-purpose lubricants
- Casual users wanting easy cleanup and maintenance
- Manufacturers working with sensitive aluminum alloys or extreme shear
Performance breakdown
Friction Reduction
Industry-standard formulation that virtually eliminates scratchiness in mechanical switches.
Application Precision
Thin viscosity allows for effortless, uniform coating of delicate spring coils.
Acoustic Refinement
Effectively dampens spring ping for a cleaner, more premium typing sound.
Longevity
Synthetic PFPE oil maintains consistency without drying out over extended use.
Yield Efficiency
Small 5mL bottle provides enough volume to complete several full-sized keyboards.
Ease of Use
Beginner-friendly consistency makes achieving a professional-grade feel surprisingly straightforward.
Key Specs
Volume
5mL
Model Number
GPL 105
Compatibility
Mechanical keyboard switches
Texture
Thin and liquid
Key Switch Type
Mechanical
Features
- Enhances mechanical keyboard switch performance
- Thin viscosity for deep penetration
- Promotes a smoother typing experience
- Sufficient for approximately 300 springs
- Genuine Krytox GPL-105 formulation
- Improves overall switch smoothness
- Ideal for custom keyboard builds
What customers say
Krytox GPL 105 is widely regarded as the industry standard lubricant, especially among mechanical keyboard enthusiasts and professionals. Users consistently praise its superior performance, noting significant gains in smoothness and the effective elimination of unwanted noise like spring ping or scratchiness. Its chemical stability ensures long term reliability without degrading plastic parts, making it a trusted choice for demanding applications. While the high cost creates a polarized value perception, serious hobbyists and professionals who prioritize unmatched quality and component longevity often find the investment worthwhile, believing the premium results justify the expense.
Know before you buy
Krytox GPL 105 is a thin-viscosity oil primarily used for lubing mechanical keyboard springs. It helps eliminate metallic pinging sounds and ensures a consistent, smooth feel during key presses.
A 5mL bottle of Krytox GPL 105 is sufficient to lube approximately 300 springs. This makes it a highly efficient choice for those building full-sized keyboards or multiple custom boards.
Because GPL 105 is a thin oil, it is best suited for springs or for 'bag lubing' techniques. For switch housings and stems, enthusiasts typically prefer a thicker grease like Krytox 205g0 to achieve a more dampened, buttery typing feel.
Yes, this genuine Krytox formulation is chemically inert and safe for use with all standard mechanical keyboard switches. It will not degrade the plastic components commonly found in modern switch housings.
While you can apply it with a fine-tipped brush, many enthusiasts prefer using the bag lubing method for springs. Simply place the springs in a small plastic bag with a few drops of oil and shake to ensure an even, thin coating.
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