Cherry MX "Nixie" Black Clear-Top Switch
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This Cherry switch (model "Black Clear-Top", also known as "Nixie") is a reissue of a classic from the 1980s. With its milky top ("clear-top"), black bottom, and gold-colored spring, it combines retro looks with modern manufacturing. Its linear, silent action, combined with high-quality German craftsmanship, makes it appealing to both typing enthusiasts and gamers.
Technical specifications
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Design: Linear (no audible click)
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Actuation force (operating force): approx. 63.5 cN (~63.5 gf)
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Pre-travel: approx. 2.0 mm
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Total Travel: approx. 4.0 mm
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Lifespan: > 50 million keystrokes
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Housing: Top housing milky transparent ("Clear-Top"), bottom housing black
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Stem material: POM
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Contact: Gold Crosspoint Technology
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Mounting form: PCB mount, 5-pin (MX footprint)