The Swagkeys x Gateron Onyx and Keebz N Cables Ice Kachang Linear switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature Nylon bottom housing, standard stem shape, - g actuation, 55 g bottom-out force, - mm pre-travel, however, they come with different top housing (Nylon vs PC), stem material (UMPWPE vs PC), spring (19.5 mm single-stage vs 22 mm single-stage), total travel (4 mm vs 3.60 mm). That said, they are quite 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 Swagkeys x Gateron Onyx is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with Nylon top housing, Nylon bottom housing, and UMPWPE stem (standard shape). It features a 19.5 mm single-stage spring. The 55g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. Silicone inserts in the bottom housing act as switch films to improve the sound and feel. No factory lubing. Designed by Swagkeys. Manufactured by Gateron. | The Keebz N Cables Ice Kachang Linear is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, Nylon bottom housing, and PC stem (standard shape). It features a 22 mm single-stage spring. The 55g bottom-out occurs at 3.60mm. Designed by KeebzNCables. Manufactured by Aflion. |
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| Name | Swagkeys x Gateron Onyx | Keebz N Cables Ice Kachang Linear |
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| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | Nylon | PC |
| Bottom housing | Nylon | Nylon |
| Stem material | UMPWPE | PC |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | 19.5 mm single-stage | 22 mm single-stage |
| Actuation | - g | - g |
| Bottom-out | 55 g | 55 g |
| Pre-travel | - mm | - mm |
| Total travel | 4 mm | 3.60 mm |
| Lube | No factory lubing. | unknown |
| Designer | Swagkeys | KeebzNCables |
| Manufacturer | Gateron | Aflion |
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Swagkeys x Gateron Onyx sound test | Keebz N Cables Ice Kachang Linear sound test |
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Onyx switches are the newest collaboration switch between Swagkeys and Gateron. They are full travel linears that utilize the custom designed molds that have silicone inserts in the bottom housing that act as switch films to improve the sound and feel of the switch. It is similar to the previous SW x Gateron Deeping switch with improved factory lubing and a new stem material that produces a different sound signature. Once lubed (either manually or factory lubed) these are smooth linears with a medium weight spring and a nice loud sound profile. They are available in both unlubed and factory lubed options – Bowl Keyboards. | The Ice Kachang tactile was the first switch in our Shaved Ice series and inspired by a childhood favourite dessert thanks to all the Malaysians and Singaporeans in Perth. For those who are familiar with the ice kachang/ais kacang, we hope the colourway is remiscent of some of the many elements you'd find in this amazing dessert. We decided to make a linear equivalent of the Ice Kachang Tactiles by getting rid of the bump, dodgy leaf of V2, adding some more travel but still long pole and going for a transparent PC stem. The combo also adds some brightness to Aflion's signature deep sound profile – KeebzNCables. |
