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BSUN Maple Sugar vs Unikeys x BSUN Waves (rail bottom-out) switch comparison

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The BSUN Maple Sugar and Unikeys x BSUN Waves (rail bottom-out) switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature POM top housing, standard stem shape, 2 mm pre-travel, however, they come with different bottom housing (Nylon (modified) vs POM), stem material (S3 (POM blend) vs Y3X), actuation (55 g vs 48 g), bottom-out force (62 g vs 55 g), total travel (3.60 mm vs 4 mm). That said, they are only slightly similar. Let's check out this side-by-side specs rundawn with details, availability -- and even current prices -- to figure out which one fits you the best!

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The BSUN Maple Sugar is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with POM top housing, Nylon (modified) bottom housing, and S3 (POM blend) stem (standard shape). The 55g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 62g bottom-out occurs at 3.60mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by BSUN.	The Unikeys x BSUN Waves (rail bottom-out) is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with POM top housing, POM bottom housing, and Y3X stem (standard shape). It features a 22 mm single-stage nickel-plated spring. The 48g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 55g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Unikeys. Manufactured by BSUN.

BSUN Maple Sugar vs Unikeys x BSUN Waves (rail bottom-out) data sheets

Name	BSUN Maple Sugar	Unikeys x BSUN Waves (rail bottom-out)
Type	linear	linear
Footprint	5-pin	5-pin
Top housing	POM	POM
Bottom housing	Nylon (modified)	POM
Stem material	S3 (POM blend)	Y3X
Stem shape	standard	standard
Spring	-	22 mm single-stage nickel-plated
Actuation	55 g	48 g
Bottom-out	62 g	55 g
Pre-travel	2 mm	2 mm
Total travel	3.60 mm	4 mm
Lube	Factory lubing? Yes!	Factory lubing? Yes! Factory lubed. The upper section of stem sliders is lubed only to avoid lube pooling issues. Springs are lubed with dry film.
Designer	-	Unikeys
Manufacturer	BSUN	BSUN

Prices & Offers

Where to buy BSUN Maple Sugar and Unikeys x BSUN Waves (rail bottom-out) switches?

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Sound tests

BSUN Maple Sugar sound test	Unikeys x BSUN Waves (rail bottom-out) sound test
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Comments

Comments on BSUN Maple Sugar switches

Comments on Unikeys x BSUN Waves (rail bottom-out) switches

The BSUN Maple Sugar linear switches are one of BSUN’s most impressive recent releases, delivering a deep, thocky sound profile with a lively pop on bottom-out. Built using new molds, these switches showcase tighter housings, reduced wobble, and improved consistency, all while keeping the smoothness BSUN is known for – LumeKeebs.

BSUN Maple Sugar switches are overall thocky (or deep and loud sounding). The S3 material, despite its novel code name, is a POM blend plastic. The POM top housing makes sure the top-out doesn't sound too sharp or loud and is still smooth enough when paired with an S3 stem. Because both the top housing and the stem are made of POM material, you can hear a very slight scratch sound when you put the switch right next to your ears. You won't be able to feel the scratch, however. The modified nylon bottom housing is the key ingredient here as it livens up the overall sound signature to make it more poppy – Unikeys.

The Unikeys Waves switches are one of BSUN's few rail bottom-out full travel switches. Both the stem and the housings are manufactured using BSUN's most recent moldings; The Stem wobble is minimal while smoothness is guaranteed. Each keystroke is precise and pleasant. The stem comes with the same material as the Jade Rosales switches, and the housing is fully made of POM. Such material choices make the overall sound profile medium-pitched with a medium volume. They are not as loud and clacky as HMX Snow Crash switches but not muted and dull either. Expect them to be a rail bottom-out switch that comes with the classic BSUN sound signature. To prevent the lube pooling issue, only the upper section of the stem sliders are lubed with 205g0. Stem legs and the lower section of stem sliders are dry. The lube on the stem sliders will spread evenly after use and become a thin coat that covers the sliders. Springs are lubed with dry-film. Disclaimer: As the Waves switches only come with lubed stem sliders, and the stem legs and leaf are dry, there might be some slight noise when the switches actuate (Stem legs making contact with the leaf). Applying a very thin coat of lube on either the stem legs or the leaf will help eliminating the noise – Unikeys.