The HMX Ash and Akko Creamy Yellow U1 switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature PA66 Nylon bottom housing, standard stem shape, 2 mm pre-travel, 3.60 mm total travel, however, they come with different top housing (PA12 Nylon vs POM), stem material (POK vs POM), actuation (40 g vs 45 g), bottom-out force (48 g vs 52 g). That said, they are moderately 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 HMX Ash is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PA12 Nylon top housing, PA66 Nylon bottom housing, and POK stem (standard shape). It features a single-stage extended KOS spring. The 40g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 48g bottom-out occurs at 3.60mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Key of Life. Manufactured by HMX. | The Akko Creamy Yellow U1 is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with POM top housing, PA66 Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). The 45g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 52g bottom-out occurs at 3.60mm. Extra: Light diffuser. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Akko. |
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| Name | HMX Ash | Akko Creamy Yellow U1 |
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| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | PA12 Nylon | POM |
| Bottom housing | PA66 Nylon | PA66 Nylon |
| Stem material | POK | POM |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | single-stage extended KOS | - |
| Actuation | 40 g | 45 g |
| Bottom-out | 48 g | 52 g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 3.60 mm | 3.60 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! Stem legs and stem sliders are covered with a very thin coat of 205g0. The spring and leaf are lubed with dry film. Everything else is dry. There is no lube in the bottom housing or anywhere near the stem pole. The chance that these get lube pooling issue is very small. | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | Key of Life | Akko |
| Manufacturer | HMX | - |
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HMX Ash force curve | Akko Creamy Yellow U1 force curve |
No HMX Ash force curve available. |
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Comments on HMX Ash switches | Comments on Akko Creamy Yellow U1 switches |
The HMX Ash linear switch is one of the most balanced HMX switches. The POK stem is perfect for creating a clean clacky sound profile without making it too loud. The PA12 top housing is one of the best, if not the best material for ultimate smoothness. The bottom housing is pure PA66 which is the most reliable and classic housing material you could see on a switch. Overall, Ash switches come with a great sound and great feel. It has the signature HMX features, and is a great option for anyone who enjoys nice sounding keyboard – Unikeys. | Akko Creamy Yellow U1 linear switches feature a new POM blend, 45g actuation force, reduced spring ping, smooth travel, and a satisfying low-pitched thock for custom mechanical keyboards. A newly engineered POM material improves the switch's natural self-lubricating properties, delivering a smoother and more refined typing experience. Our 100-piece switch jar packs your entire build into one compact, clear canister that's easy to carry, easy to store, and impossible to ignore on your desk – Akko EU. |
