The KBDFans x Aflion Roller and SW x HMX Garnet switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature Nylon PA66 bottom housing, POM stem material, 45 g actuation, 2 mm pre-travel, however, they come with different top housing (INK PC vs PC), stem shape (dust-proof vs standard), spring (stainless steel vs 22 mm), bottom-out force (60 g vs 50 g), total travel (3.50 mm vs 4 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 KBDFans x Aflion Roller is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with INK PC top housing, Nylon PA66 bottom housing, and POM stem (dust-proof shape). It features a stainless steel spring. The 45g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 60g bottom-out occurs at 3.50mm. Each switch stem and base have four ball bearings. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by KBDFans. Manufactured by Aflion. | The SW x HMX Garnet is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, Nylon PA66 bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a 22 mm spring. The 45g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 50g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Swagkeys. Manufactured by HMX. |
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| Name | KBDFans x Aflion Roller | SW x HMX Garnet |
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| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | INK PC | PC |
| Bottom housing | Nylon PA66 | Nylon PA66 |
| Stem material | POM | POM |
| Stem shape | dust-proof | standard |
| Spring | stainless steel | 22 mm |
| Actuation | 45 g | 45 g |
| Bottom-out | 60 g | 50 g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 3.50 mm | 4 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | KBDFans | Swagkeys |
| Manufacturer | Aflion | HMX |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the KBDFans x Aflion Roller is not available at the moment, while the SW x HMX Garnet can be found in 1 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!
