Gateron Aliaz Silent Tactile Switch
The Gateron Aliaz Silent Tactile Switch offers a unique typing experience with a fully transparent housing and a rose pink stem, making them ideal for RGB-lit keyboards. They provide a light tactile bump, comparable to MX Clears, but with the added benefit of silent operation. This makes them a great choice for users seeking a silent switch with a slightly heavier feel than standard browns. The switches are designed for custom keyboards and support RGB and LED lighting.
$30.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
4379
/ 6542
#4379 in Keyboard Keys & Caps
Price vs Category Average
-28%
Below average
Stem
POM, MX style
/ POM, MX style
Who it's for
- Superior Noise Dampening
- Satisfying Tactile Feedback
- Accessibility and Value
Who should skip it
- Mushy Bottom-Out
- Reduced Tactile Sharpness
- Shorter Key Travel
Key Specs
Stem
POM, MX style
Upper Housing
PC, Transparent
Housing Base
PC, Transparent
Spring
Spring steel
Pins
5-Pin
Lubrication
No
SMD LED Support
Yes
Durability
50 million keystrokes
Features
- Silent tactile feedback for quiet typing
- Smooth operation with transparent housing
- Durable gold alloy contact
- Distinct typing feel from black-plated spring
- Easy 5-pin PCB mounting
- SMD LED compatible for backlighting
- Multiple spring weight options
- 50 million keystroke lifespan
What customers say
Users overwhelmingly praise the Gateron Aliaz Silent Tactile Switch for delivering exceptional quietness while retaining satisfying tactile feedback. This makes them ideal for shared spaces or late night use where noise reduction is paramount. The tactile bump is smooth and rounded, offering good resistance. Many users appreciate the stock smoothness, reducing the need for immediate modification. While the premium price is a consideration, most feel the superior silence technology justifies the cost. The Aliaz successfully provides high quality, quiet tactility, securing its place as a favorite in the silent switch category.
Know before you buy
These switches feature internal dampeners that significantly reduce the 'clack' sound upon bottoming out. While they are not completely silent, they are much quieter than standard switches, making them an excellent choice for shared office spaces or quiet home environments.
The Aliaz switches are 5-pin, meaning they have two plastic guide pins in addition to the metal contact pins. If your keyboard PCB only supports 3-pin switches, you can simply clip off the two extra plastic pins with a pair of flush cutters to make them fit.
The Aliaz switch offers a more pronounced and distinct tactile bump than a standard Gateron Brown. It is often compared to a Cherry MX Clear, providing a more substantial, satisfying feel that is better suited for users who prefer a slightly heavier actuation.
These switches come unlubricated from the factory. While they are smooth out of the box, many enthusiasts choose to apply their own lubricant to further refine the sound and feel, though it is entirely optional.
The fully transparent housing is specifically designed to allow RGB and LED lighting to shine through clearly. It helps diffuse the light evenly across your keycaps, making it a great choice for boards with per-key backlighting.
The choice depends on your typing style: 60g is a standard, comfortable weight for most users, while 70g and 80g offer more resistance to prevent accidental key presses. The 100g option is quite heavy and is typically reserved for users who prefer a very firm, deliberate typing experience.
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