Gazzew U4 62g Silent Tactile Switch
Best silent tactile switch for quiet office or late-night typing.
Experience a quieter, more responsive typing feel with the Gazzew U4 Silent Tactile Switches. Engineered for a distinct tactile bump without the audible click, these switches are perfect for shared workspaces or late-night typing sessions. Available in packs of 10, you can choose between hand-lubed options or hand-lubed and filmed configurations for enhanced smoothness and stability. The switches utilize premium lubrication and durable films, ensuring a premium typing experience. Designed for 5-pin PCB mounting, they offer broad compatibility with mechanical keyboards.
$12.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.8
/ 5
Category Rank
29
/ 6541
#29 in Keyboard Keys & Caps
Price vs Category Average
-70%
Below average
Actuation Force
45
/ g
Who it's for
- Office workers needing a quiet environment for shared spaces
- Typists who prefer pronounced, non-mushy tactile feedback
- Keyboard builders wanting high-quality performance without manual lubrication
Who should skip it
- Enthusiasts who prefer the crisp sound of clacky switches
- Modders who lack specialized tools for proprietary housing
- Budget-conscious builders looking for cost-effective switch options
Performance breakdown
Acoustic Stealth
Industry-leading dampening makes these nearly silent for office environments.
Tactile Definition
The pronounced bump provides satisfying feedback without the distracting click.
Factory Lubrication
Premium Tribosys application ensures a buttery smooth travel right out-of-box.
Housing Stability
Durock films effectively eliminate stem wobble for a rock-solid feel.
Spring Consistency
Uniform 62g weighting delivers a predictable and comfortable typing rhythm.
Mounting Versatility
Standard 5-pin design ensures seamless integration with most custom mechanical boards.
Key Specs
Actuation Force
45g
Bottom Out Force
62g
Mount Type
5-pin PCB Mount
Housing Type
Proprietary Gazzew Blend
Lubrication (Lubed Option)
Tribosys 3203 (housing/stem) and Krytox 105 (springs)
Filming (Filmed Option)
Durock films
Switch Type
Mechanical Tactile
Stem Mount Type
MX Style (Cross)
Features
- Silent tactile typing experience
- Distinct tactile bump
- Ideal for shared workspaces
- Hand-lubed and filmed options
- Smooth spring action
- Durable construction
- 5-pin PCB mount design
- Broad switch compatibility
What customers say
The Gazzew U4 62g Silent Tactile switches are highly praised for their exceptional combination of silence and sharp tactility. Users consistently highlight the near absolute quiet operation, making them perfect for shared environments or late night use. The defining feature is the distinct early D shaped tactile bump, which offers immediate, nonmushy feedback unlike standard switches. Reviewers appreciate the smooth performance right out of the box with minimal stem wobble. While these switches carry a premium price, enthusiasts agree the industry leading silence paired with high fidelity tactility fully justifies the investment for those prioritizing acoustic performance and precise feedback.
Know before you buy
The U4 features specialized dampening pads on the stem that cushion the impact on both the upstroke and downstroke. This effectively eliminates the 'clack' sound typically associated with mechanical switches while maintaining a distinct tactile bump.
These are 5-pin MX-style switches, which are compatible with most hot-swappable mechanical keyboards. If your keyboard PCB only supports 3-pin switches, you can easily clip the two plastic guide pins off the bottom of the U4 switch to make them fit.
The hand-lubed version uses high-quality lubricants on the stem, housing, and springs to reduce friction and scratchiness. The filmed version adds a thin gasket between the top and bottom housing, which tightens the fit to reduce housing wobble and deepen the sound profile.
A 62g bottom-out force is considered a medium-weight switch, providing enough resistance to prevent accidental key presses without causing finger fatigue. It offers a balanced, snappy return that is well-suited for both rapid typing and extended gaming sessions.
Yes, the Gazzew U4 uses a standard MX-style cross-stem mount. This ensures they are compatible with the vast majority of aftermarket keycap sets available on the market.
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