Lychee Silent Linear 42g Switch by SOULCAT x SPM
Best silent linear switch for office workers needing quiet, smooth typing.
Elevate your typing experience with these premium silent linear switches, a refined collaboration designed for custom keyboard enthusiasts. They offer a unique soft yet crisp bottom-out, achieved through an integrated silicone pad for a quieter, more comfortable feel. Enjoy immediate smoothness thanks to factory lubrication and a balanced 42g actuation force, perfect for extended typing sessions. These switches are ideal for creating a focused and serene typing environment, delivering a satisfying and refined feel right out of the box.
$27.90
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
1605
/ 6549
#1605 in Keyboard Keys & Caps
Price vs Category Average
-35%
Below average
Switch Type
5
/ -pin silent linear
Who it's for
- Office workers needing a quiet environment for shared spaces
- Typists seeking to reduce finger strain during long sessions
- Users preferring a smooth, consistent feel without tactile bumps
Who should skip it
- Enthusiasts craving a sharp, audible 'thock' or 'clack' sound
- Purists who prefer a crisp, hard-plastic bottom-out sensation
- Heavy-handed typists prone to accidental key activations
Performance breakdown
Acoustic Dampening
Silicone padding effectively eliminates harsh noise for a near-silent typing experience.
Actuation Smoothness
Factory lubrication ensures a buttery, friction-free travel from the very first press.
Bottom-out Feel
The unique dampening design provides a crisp, cushioned landing without feeling mushy.
Typing Consistency
Balanced 42g spring tension offers a uniform, predictable feel across all keys.
Build Quality
Premium PC housing and LY stem materials ensure long-term structural integrity.
Installation Versatility
Standard 5-pin MX compatibility makes these switches easy to integrate into builds.
Key Specs
Switch Type
5-pin silent linear
Actuation Force
42 ± 5 gf
Bottom-out Force
50 ± 5 gf
Actuation Travel
2.0 ± 0.3 mm
Total Travel
3.5 ± 0.3 mm
Top Housing Material
PC
Stem Material
LY
Bottom Housing Material
PC
Know before you buy
The Lychee switch uses a specialized silicone pad integrated into the design to provide a soft, crisp bottom-out. Unlike many silent switches that can feel mushy, this construction maintains a distinct tactile feedback while significantly dampening noise.
These are 5-pin MX-style switches, meaning they are compatible with most hot-swappable mechanical keyboards that support standard Cherry MX-style stems. If your keyboard PCB only supports 3-pin switches, you can easily clip the two extra plastic legs off the bottom of the switch.
No, these switches come factory-lubed and are ready to use straight out of the box. The factory application is designed to provide a consistent, buttery-smooth feel without requiring additional manual work.
The 42g actuation force is considered a light-to-medium weight, making it ideal for reducing finger fatigue during extended typing or gaming sessions. It offers enough resistance to prevent accidental key presses while remaining light enough for effortless, rapid typing.
As 5-pin switches, they are designed for maximum stability in PCB-mounted builds. If you are using a plate-mounted keyboard, they will still fit perfectly, though the two extra plastic pins will simply rest against the PCB.
The Lychee switch has a total travel distance of 3.5 ± 0.3 mm. This is slightly shorter than a standard mechanical switch, which contributes to the quick, responsive feel characteristic of this silent linear design.
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