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The WingTree x Lichicx Pink Pink and Kailh x Ainbell Ocean Heart switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the silent linear breed. They both feature PC top housing, POM stem material, however, they come with different bottom housing (modified PA66 Nylon vs PC), stem shape (partial dust-proof box vs partial box), spring (18 mm vs 20 mm silver-plated), actuation (45 g vs 40 g), bottom-out force (50 g vs 45 g), pre-travel (2 mm vs 1.70 mm), total travel (3.80 mm vs 4 mm). That said, they are mostly different. 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 WingTree x Lichicx Pink Pink is a silent linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, modified PA66 Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (partial dust-proof box shape). It features a 18 mm spring. The 45g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 50g bottom-out occurs at 3.80mm. Extra: Light diffuser. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by WingTree. Manufactured by WingTree. | The Kailh x Ainbell Ocean Heart is a silent linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, PC bottom housing, and POM stem (partial box shape). It features a 20 mm silver-plated spring. The 40g actuation occurs at 1.70mm. The 45g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. Extra: Light diffuser. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Ainbell. Manufactured by Kailh. |
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| Name | WingTree x Lichicx Pink Pink | Kailh x Ainbell Ocean Heart |
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| Type | silent linear | silent linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | PC | PC |
| Bottom housing | modified PA66 Nylon | PC |
| Stem material | POM | POM |
| Stem shape | partial dust-proof box | partial box |
| Spring | 18 mm | 20 mm silver-plated |
| Actuation | 45 g | 40 g |
| Bottom-out | 50 g | 45 g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 1.70 mm |
| Total travel | 3.80 mm | 4 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | WingTree | Ainbell |
| Manufacturer | WingTree | Kailh |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the Kailh x Ainbell Ocean Heart is available at a single shop at the moment, while the WingTree x Lichicx Pink Pink can be found in multiple stores.
Clicking the links below take you to some notable keyboard shops offering WingTree x Lichicx Pink Pink and Kailh x Ainbell Ocean Heart switches. When accepted, the prices indicated already include the discount - use the KBDNEWS coupon code at checkout to claim your saving!
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!
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Lichicx is back! Wingtree officially acquired Lichicx's patent and mold sets for the classic silent linear switches. The PinkPink switches are manufactured just like the Lichicx silent switches we know and love, such as the original XCJZ Lucy Silent Linear – SerpentKeys. | No comments on Kailh x Ainbell Ocean Heart switches. |
