The Gateron Magnetic Jade Ultra and OWlab Ti HE (40g) switches are both magnetic Hall-effect switches of the linear, Hall-effect breed. They both feature customizable actuation, 40 g bottom-out force, customizable pre-travel, however, they come with different stem shape (circular dust-proof vs standard), total travel (3.20 mm vs 3.40 mm). That said, they are quite 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 Magnetic Jade Ultra is a linear, Hall-effect magnetic Hall-effect switch with top housing, bottom housing, and stem (circular dust-proof shape). It features a 19 mm customized spring. As with most magnetic switches, you can freely set the actuation/pre-travel. The 40g bottom-out occurs at 3.20mm. Extra: Light diffuser. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by Gateron. | The OWlab Ti HE (40g) is a linear, Hall-effect magnetic Hall-effect switch with PC top housing, PA (closed-bottom) bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). As with most magnetic switches, you can freely set the actuation/pre-travel. The 40g bottom-out occurs at 3.40mm. Light diffuser. Available in 40 and 50gf bottom out, this entry is about the 40gf one. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Grain Gold. Manufactured by OwLab. |
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| Name | Gateron Magnetic Jade Ultra | OWlab Ti HE (40g) |
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| Type | linear, Hall-effect | linear, Hall-effect |
| Footprint | 2-pin | 2-pin |
| Top housing | - | PC |
| Bottom housing | - | PA (closed-bottom) |
| Stem material | - | POM |
| Stem shape | circular dust-proof | standard |
| Spring | 19 mm customized | - |
| Actuation | customizable | customizable |
| Bottom-out | 40 g | 40 g |
| Pre-travel | customizable | customizable |
| Total travel | 3.20 mm | 3.40 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | - | Grain Gold |
| Manufacturer | Gateron | OwLab |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the Gateron Magnetic Jade Ultra is much more widely available, but the OWlab Ti HE (40g) is also available in 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 Magnetic Jade Ultra sound test | OWlab Ti HE (40g) sound test |
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A revolutionary dual-drive architecture – Pioneering the split-structure magnetic switch. The permanent magnet and stem are decoupled into dual segments, where the upper section governs the keystroke, and the lower section activates the trigger. Dedicated mechanics working in concert, delivering unwavering stability from the initial to the bottom-out. Double-layer back-covered structure designed to recreate the classic sound and feel of mechanical switches, bring the premium acoustics experience – Gateron. | The Ti He Magnetic switch is OWlab's first HE switch release. Compatibility: HE Magnetic switches are only compatible with Hall Effect PCBs, including but not limited to Wooting HE+, KBDfans HE series, Geonworks HE PCBs, Rakka, Nuphy, Melgeek, Matrix Lab HE kit, and others. The Ti HE Magnetic switches are not compatible with MX mechanical switch PCBs – Unikeys. |
