Gateron Ink Switches

Gateron Ink switches are so named for their smokey, transparent housing and black ink-like spring to match—but they're much more than just looks. These linear switches feature 4 millimeters of total travel with a satisfying 60-gram actuation and 70-gram bottom out. Each press is super smooth with very little spring crunch. On top of that, they’re available with a standard construction or silent construction, if you don’t want to disrupt those around you.

The NovelKeys name was inspired by founder Mike Sickler’s wife. When checking out a set of novelty keycaps from SA Camping, Mrs. Sickler thought it’d be clever to call those particular keycaps "Novelkeys." Eventually, the joke stuck and became the name of the company. NovelKeys originally started with mechanical keyboard–related products made with 3D-printing techniques. Since then, the company has worked with Kaihua Kailh to design exclusive switches in different variations of weight/feedback to satisfy mech keys enthusiasts around the globe.