The Gateron Luciola and Kinetic Labs Husky switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature POM stem material, standard stem shape, 2 mm pre-travel, however, they come with different top housing (Ink vs PC), bottom housing (Ink vs PC), spring (22 mm black-plated double-stage vs long 63.5g symmetric double-stage), actuation (55 g vs 59 g), bottom-out force (60 g vs 63.5 g), total travel (3.60 mm vs 3.50 mm). That said, they are not too 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!
The Gateron Luciola is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with Ink top housing, Ink bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a 22 mm black-plated double-stage spring. The 55g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 60g bottom-out occurs at 3.60mm. Luminescent housing. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by Gateron. | The Kinetic Labs Husky is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, PC bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a long 63.5g symmetric double-stage spring. The 59g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 63.5g bottom-out occurs at 3.50mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Kinetic Labs. Manufactured by Tecsee. |
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| Name | Gateron Luciola | Kinetic Labs Husky |
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| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | Ink | PC |
| Bottom housing | Ink | PC |
| Stem material | POM | POM |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | 22 mm black-plated double-stage | long 63.5g symmetric double-stage |
| Actuation | 55 g | 59 g |
| Bottom-out | 60 g | 63.5 g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 3.60 mm | 3.50 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! | Factory lubing? Yes! Light amount of factory oil. |
| Designer | - | Kinetic Labs |
| Manufacturer | Gateron | Tecsee |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the Kinetic Labs Husky is available at a single shop at the moment, while the Gateron Luciola can be found in multiple stores.
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Prices, discounts, and stock status are checked regularly; however, changes since the last update cannot be ruled out. Everything here is for informational purposes only. Check the product pages for the latest prices!
Gateron Luciola force curve | Kinetic Labs Husky force curve |
| No Kinetic Labs Husky force curve available. |
Comments on Gateron Luciola switches | Comments on Kinetic Labs Husky switches |
The Gateron Luciola switch is a linear switch with a housing made of a luminescent material that glows for a certain period of time even in dark places. This switch uses the same Ink V2 mold and material, but is pre-lubed via automatic equipment, and it sending out light green glow in the night – Coffeekeys. | No comments on Kinetic Labs Husky switches. |
