Silent Dolphin Switches (20 pack)
Best silent linear switches for quiet office or shared workspaces.
Experience exceptionally smooth and quiet typing with the Durock Silent Dolphin linear keyboard switches. Designed for peaceful environments, these switches significantly reduce typing noise. Each pack contains 20 units, featuring a satisfying 62g actuation force and pre-applied light factory lubrication for immediate, high-quality performance. The robust construction includes a PC top housing, Polymer Nylon bottom housing, and a POM stem, ensuring durability and consistent tactile feedback for an enhanced typing experience.
$13.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
1604
/ 6542
#1604 in Keyboard Keys & Caps
Price vs Category Average
-70%
Below average
Switch Type
Silent Linear
/ Silent Linear
Who it's for
- Office workers needing a quiet typing experience
- Typists preferring a buttery, low-friction linear feel
- Gamers wanting vibrant, unobstructed RGB lighting effects
Who should skip it
- Purists who prefer a crisp, solid bottom-out sensation
- Budget-conscious builders looking for cost-effective components
- Users accustomed to the full standard key travel distance
Performance breakdown
Acoustic dampening
Internal silencing mechanisms effectively eliminate harsh bottom-out and top-out noise.
Linear smoothness
Factory lubrication provides a consistent, buttery travel from the first press.
Actuation consistency
The 62g spring weight offers a reliable, uniform feel across every key.
Build durability
High-quality PC and nylon housing materials ensure long-term structural integrity.
Stem stability
The POM stem design minimizes wobble for a precise, wobble-free typing experience.
Compatibility
Standard MX-style mounting ensures seamless integration with most custom mechanical keyboards.
Key Specs
Switch Type
Silent Linear
Top Housing Material
PC
Bottom Housing Material
Polymer Nylon
Stem Material
POM
Spring Weight
62g
Quantity per pack
20 units
Stem Mount Type
MX Style (Cross)
Switch Compatibility
Cherry MX Style
Features
- Silent linear switch operation
- Satisfying 62g actuation force
- Pre-applied light factory lubrication
- Durable PC top housing
- POM stem for smooth travel
- Reduces typing noise significantly
- MX Style (Cross) stem mount
- Cherry MX Style switch compatibility
What customers say
Durock Silent Dolphin switches are highly regarded for delivering near absolute silence, making them excellent for quiet workspaces or streaming. Users consistently praise the effective dampening that eliminates harsh bottom-out and upstroke noise. The stock smoothness is a key highlight, reflecting quality materials and tight tolerances right out of the box. While these silent switches offer a trade-off, sometimes feeling slightly less crisp than traditional linears, their performance and build quality justify the premium price. The consensus is that they successfully balance exceptional quiet operation with a satisfying typing experience, cementing their status as a top silent linear choice.
Know before you buy
These switches feature an MX-style cross mount, making them compatible with most standard mechanical keyboards that support Cherry MX-style switches. Always verify that your keyboard's PCB supports hot-swappable switches or that you are prepared to solder them if it is not.
The Silent Dolphin switches are specifically engineered with dampening materials to significantly lower the audible 'clack' of bottoming out. While they are not completely silent, they are much quieter than standard linear switches, making them ideal for shared office spaces or late-night typing.
These switches come with light factory lubrication pre-applied, which provides a smooth feel right out of the box. While some enthusiasts may choose to add more for a specific sound profile, the factory application is sufficient for most users to enjoy a consistent, smooth experience immediately.
A 62g actuation force is considered a medium-weight switch. It provides enough resistance to prevent accidental key presses while remaining light enough to avoid finger fatigue during long typing sessions.
A standard full-sized keyboard typically requires 104 switches. Since each pack contains 20 units, you would need to purchase six packs to fully outfit a standard 104-key layout, leaving you with a few spares.
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