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The Loobed Oak and SW x Haimu MP Tactile switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the tactile breed. They both feature POM top housing, POM bottom housing, standard stem shape, - g , - g actuation, - mm , however, they come with different stem material (POM vs UPE with metal tip), spring (20 mm 59g single-stage extended stainless steel vs 18 mm), bottom-out force (55 g vs 62 g), total travel (3.50 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 Loobed Oak is a tactile standard MX mechanical switch with POM top housing, POM bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a 20 mm 59g single-stage extended stainless steel spring. The 55g bottom-out occurs at 3.50mm. Lubing: Both lubed and dry options available. Designed by Dotnick + Loobed. | The SW x Haimu MP Tactile is a tactile standard MX mechanical switch with POM top housing, POM bottom housing, and UPE with metal tip stem (standard shape). It features a 18 mm spring. The actuation occurs at 2mm. The 62g bottom-out occurs at 3.60mm. It has metal inserts in the bottom of the pole and the bottom housing to create a high pitched sound of metal clash. Frosted light window to enhance light consistency and brightness. Designed by Swagkeys. Manufactured by Haimu. |
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| Name | Loobed Oak | SW x Haimu MP Tactile |
|---|---|---|
| Type | tactile | tactile |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | POM | POM |
| Bottom housing | POM | POM |
| Stem material | POM | UPE with metal tip |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | 20 mm 59g single-stage extended stainless steel | 18 mm |
| Tactile force | - g | - g |
| Actuation | - g | - g |
| Bottom-out | 55 g | 62 g |
| Tactile bump position | - mm | - mm |
| Pre-travel | - mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 3.50 mm | 3.60 mm |
| Lube | Lubing: Both lubed and dry options available. | unknown |
| Designer | Dotnick + Loobed | Swagkeys |
| Manufacturer | - | Haimu |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the Loobed Oak is not available at the moment, while the SW x Haimu MP Tactile can be found in 2 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!
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We are proud to announce our newest switch in collaboration with Dotnick. Dotnick is responsible for many beautiful keycap sets such as GMK Lavender, GMK Fright Club, and many more. Oak Switches are the second in the lineup of our new series of switches t | This is the tactile version of the MP series. It has metal inserts in the bottom of the pole and the bottom housing to create a high pitched sound of metal clash – Swagkeys. |
