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The HMX Noire and TTC X Pantheonkeys PT Black 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 (PA12 vs modified Nylon), bottom housing (PA12 vs modified Nylon), spring (KOS double-stage extended vs 19 mm single-stage), actuation (55 g vs 43 g), bottom-out force (60 g vs 50 g), total travel (3.70 mm vs 4 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 HMX Noire is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PA12 top housing, PA12 bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a KOS double-stage extended spring. The 55g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 60g bottom-out occurs at 3.70mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Keyboard dad and Bokehbob. Manufactured by HMX. | The TTC X Pantheonkeys PT Black is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with modified Nylon top housing, modified Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a 19 mm single-stage spring. The 43g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 50g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Pantheonkeys. Manufactured by TTC. |
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| Name | HMX Noire | TTC X Pantheonkeys PT Black |
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| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | PA12 | modified Nylon |
| Bottom housing | PA12 | modified Nylon |
| Stem material | POM | POM |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | KOS double-stage extended | 19 mm single-stage |
| Actuation | 55 g | 43 g |
| Bottom-out | 60 g | 50 g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 3.70 mm | 4 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! Mixed GPL105&GPL205 on leaf spring, stem feet, and bottom housing rails. | Factory lubing? Yes! Light lubrication on the side walls of the stem to reduce leaf noise. |
| Designer | Keyboard dad and Bokehbob | Pantheonkeys |
| Manufacturer | HMX | TTC |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the HMX Noire is not available at the moment, while the TTC X Pantheonkeys PT Black can be found in 5 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!
HMX Noire force curve | TTC X Pantheonkeys PT Black force curve |
No HMX Noire force curve available. |
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Comments on HMX Noire switches | Comments on TTC X Pantheonkeys PT Black switches |
From the designers: the HMX Noire switch is a mix between the HMX Xinhai and HMX Cheese, which are two of our favorite HMX switches. Expect a nice loud HMX clack sound signature with HMX’s outstanding factory lube – unikeys. | PT Black, a new switch co-developed by TTC and Pantheonkeys, draws its design inspiration from the familiar and beloved Cherry MX Black switch. Our goal is to retain the classic feel while optimizing it to improve some common problems. The first focus is on smoothness and consistency: some Cherry Black switches can have a scratchy feel in their stock form, and there can be slight variations in feel between different batches. The PT Black features further optimization in structural tolerance control, resulting in higher overall smoothness and more stable consistency. The switch achieves a tight, solid feel without applying a film – TTC. |
