OWLab Tungsten Switches
Best linear switch for enthusiasts who enjoy customizing their own typing feel.
Experience a premium typing feel with the OWLab Tungsten Switches, designed for keyboard enthusiasts seeking a satisfying tactile experience. These linear switches deliver a slightly denser sound profile right out of the can. They feature high-quality construction using Nylon PA6 for the top and bottom housing, a POM longer stem, and JWK gold-plated stainless steel springs. Since they arrive unlubed, you have the flexibility to customize them precisely to your preference. Each package includes 70 switches, offering a substantial 63g bottom-out force for responsive keystrokes.
$45.50
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
3131
/ 6542
#3131 in Keyboard Keys & Caps
Price vs Category Average
+6%
Above average
Switch Type
Linear
/ Linear
Who it's for
- Heavy-handed typists needing resistance to avoid accidental key presses
- Typists seeking a frictionless, buttery smooth linear experience
- Enthusiasts chasing a deep, satisfyingly thocky acoustic signature
Who should skip it
- Casual users prone to finger fatigue during extended sessions
- Budget-conscious buyers looking for easily accessible, affordable switches
- Users who prefer crisp, resonant, and high-pitched acoustic feedback
Performance breakdown
Acoustic Profile
The nylon housing creates a satisfyingly dense and deep sound signature.
Customization Potential
Arriving unlubed, these switches are a blank canvas for enthusiast tuning.
Build Quality
Premium nylon and POM materials ensure long-term durability and smooth travel.
Typing Responsiveness
The 63g spring provides a snappy, consistent return for active typists.
Stem Stability
Longer POM stems minimize wobble for a precise and stable keystroke.
Socket Compatibility
Standard MX-style design ensures seamless integration with most custom keyboards.
Key Specs
Switch Type
Linear
Bottom-out Force
63g
Housing Material
Nylon PA6 (Top and Bottom)
Stem Material
POM (Longer stem)
Spring Material
JWK gold-plated stainless steel
Quantity
70 switches per can
Condition
Unlubed
Compatibility
Cherry MX Style
Features
- Premium linear switch design
- Slightly denser sound profile
- High-quality material construction
- Allows for custom lubrication
- Responsive 63g bottom-out force
- Compatible with Cherry MX style sockets
What customers say
OWLab Tungsten Switches are highly regarded as premium endgame components. Users consistently praise their exceptional out of the box smoothness, often requiring little to no extra lubrication. The sound profile is a major highlight, described as deep, low pitched, and satisfyingly thocky, greatly enhancing the typing experience. Build quality feels robust and luxurious due to unique material use. The primary considerations are the high price point, which limits accessibility, and the polarizing heavy spring weight preferred only by those seeking a firm feel. Overall, users agree these switches deliver a unique, high performance typing experience.
Know before you buy
No, the OWLab Tungsten switches arrive unlubed. This gives you the flexibility to apply your own preferred lubricant and tuning method to achieve your desired sound and feel.
These switches are designed to produce a slightly denser, more solid sound profile compared to standard linear switches, thanks to their specific housing and stem material combination.
These are standard Cherry MX style switches. They are compatible with any hot-swap or soldered PCB that supports standard MX-style mechanical switches.
With a 63g bottom-out force, these switches offer a medium-weight typing experience. They provide enough resistance to feel responsive and intentional without being fatiguing during long typing sessions.
The top and bottom housings are constructed from Nylon PA6, while the longer stem is made from POM. They also feature JWK gold-plated stainless steel springs for consistent performance.
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