The Gateron Root Beer Float and BuiltByNim (BBN) Tactile switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the tactile breed. They both feature standard stem shape, - g actuation, - mm , - mm pre-travel, however, they come with different top housing (proprietary Milky blend vs Nylon blend), bottom housing (proprietary INK blend vs PC), stem material (INK vs POM), spring (22 mm gold-plated extension vs 22 mm dual-stage), bottom-out force (58 g vs 63.5 g), total travel (3.50 mm vs 2.90 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 Root Beer Float is a tactile standard MX mechanical switch with proprietary Milky blend top housing, proprietary INK blend bottom housing, and INK stem (standard shape). It features a 22 mm gold-plated extension spring. The tactile bump is 62g. The 58g bottom-out occurs at 3.50mm. No factory lubing. Designed by Punkshoo. Manufactured by Gateron. | The BuiltByNim (BBN) Tactile is a tactile standard MX mechanical switch with Nylon blend top housing, PC bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a 22 mm dual-stage spring. The 63.5g bottom-out occurs at 2.90mm. No factory lubing. Designed by BuiltByNim. Manufactured by Tecsee. |
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| Name | Gateron Root Beer Float | BuiltByNim (BBN) Tactile |
|---|---|---|
| Type | tactile | tactile |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | proprietary Milky blend | Nylon blend |
| Bottom housing | proprietary INK blend | PC |
| Stem material | INK | POM |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | 22 mm gold-plated extension | 22 mm dual-stage |
| Tactile force | 62 g | - g |
| Actuation | - g | - g |
| Bottom-out | 58 g | 63.5 g |
| Tactile bump position | - mm | - mm |
| Pre-travel | - mm | - mm |
| Total travel | 3.50 mm | 2.90 mm |
| Lube | No factory lubing. | No factory lubing. |
| Designer | Punkshoo | BuiltByNim |
| Manufacturer | Gateron | Tecsee |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the Gateron Root Beer Float is not available at the moment, while the BuiltByNim (BBN) Tactile can be found in 1 stores.
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From Punkshoo, the switch designer behind the much-loved Gateron Cream Soda switches and the Aflion Melody and Runner Switches, comes his fourth release yet, the Gateron Root Beer Float. This are Punkshoo's second switch from Gateron, and its builds upon the success of the first, the Gateron Cream Soda. These switches feature the same housing material combination as the Cream Soda, with a Milky Top Housing and Ink Bottom Housing. Building upon that strong base, these switches feature a Ink Heavy Tactile stem and do not come pre-lubed so that each of us can tune the switch to our own personal preferences – keygem. | The BBN Tactile Switch by BuiltByNim is a high-quality mechanical keyboard switch designed specifically for enthusiasts. It delivers a distinctive tactile feedback with a “P-shaped” bump and fast reset behavior—ideal for users who prefer a noticeable, well-defined keystroke feel when typing or gaming. The housing is made from a special nylon blend on the top and clear polycarbonate on the bottom, combined with a POM stem and a strong dual-stage spring (63.5 g bottom-out force)—all of which points to premium quality in the custom keyboard space – InputGear. |
