The Gateron North Pole Yellow 2.0 and Kinetic Labs Husky switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature PC top housing, PC bottom housing, standard stem shape, 2 mm pre-travel, however, they come with different stem material (thermoplastic vs POM), spring (steel vs long 63.5g symmetric double-stage), actuation (50 g vs 59 g), bottom-out force (67 g vs 63.5 g), total travel (4 mm vs 3.50 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!
The Gateron North Pole Yellow 2.0 is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, PC bottom housing, and thermoplastic stem (standard shape). It features a steel spring. The 50g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 67g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. 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 North Pole Yellow 2.0 | Kinetic Labs Husky |
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| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | PC | PC |
| Bottom housing | PC | PC |
| Stem material | thermoplastic | POM |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | steel | long 63.5g symmetric double-stage |
| Actuation | 50 g | 59 g |
| Bottom-out | 67 g | 63.5 g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 4 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 availability of the Gateron North Pole Yellow 2.0 and Kinetic Labs Husky switches is exactly the same:
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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 North Pole Yellow 2.0 force curve | Kinetic Labs Husky force curve |
| No Kinetic Labs Husky force curve available. |
Gateron North Pole Yellow 2.0 sound test | Kinetic Labs Husky sound test |
No Kinetic Labs Husky sound test available. |
Comments on Gateron North Pole Yellow 2.0 switches | Comments on Kinetic Labs Husky switches |
Gateron recently released a new version of the North Pole switches. The biggest difference is the yellow rubber on the housing base. Gateron says that the rubber helps distinguish North Pole switch options since they have the Red, the Silver, etc. Gateron did not specify what type of material it is, but we guess it is some kind of silicone-based material. Gateron also mentions that the 2.0 version has exhaust holes set at the bottom which is supposed to allow for gases to escape so there is less resistance as you press down. In theory, it should result in better aerodynamics. However, it is unclear whether the exhaust holes will make a difference given that the stem and housing are not aero-tie sealed to begin with – LumeKeebs. | No comments on Kinetic Labs Husky switches. |
