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Cherry MX2A Black switch

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The Cherry MX2A Black is a linear mechanical switch with Nylon top housing, Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (standard). It features a updated, barrel-shaped, stainless steel spring. The 60g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 90g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by Cherry.

Where to buy Cherry MX2A Black switches?

Here are some notable keyboard shops offering Cherry MX2A Black switches. When available, the prices indicated already include the discount - use the KBDNEWS coupon code at checkout to claim your saving!

Currency:

StoreAreaOfferPriceStatus
Keebz N CablesAU3.80 AUD / 10 pcs
5% off, KBDNEWS
0.27 USDbuy
UniKeysCN2.79 USD / 10 pcs
7% off, KBDNEWS
0.28 USDbuy
KBDFansCN3.30 USD / 10 pcs0.33 USDbuy
DiviniKeyUS6.30 USD / 18 pcs0.35 USDbuy
PantheonkeysSG4.90 SGD / 10 pcs
2% off, KBDNEWS
0.38 USDbuy
Mechanical KeyboardsUS0.38 USD / 1 pcs
5% off, KBDNEWSMK
0.38 USDbuy
QwertykeyRO0.48 USD / 1 pcs
5% off, KBDNEWS
0.48 USDbuy
Delta Key Co.FR2.77 USD / 10 pcs
5% off, KBDNEWS
0.28 USDsold out
Lume KeebsUS3.33 USD / 10 pcs
5% off, KBDNEW (not kbdnewS)
0.33 USDsold out
The Thocc ExchangeUK3.04 GBP / 10 pcs
5% off, KBDNEWS
0.41 USDsold out
Kinetic LabsUS7.50 USD / 18 pcs0.42 USDsold out

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!

Cherry MX2A Black force curve

Cherry MX2A Black data sheet

NameCherry MX2A Black
Typelinear
Footprint5-pin
Top housingNylon
Bottom housingNylon
StemPOM standard
Springupdated, barrel-shaped, stainless steel
Actuation60 g
Bottom-out90 g
Pre-travel2 mm
Total travel4 mm
LubeFactory lubing? Yes! High-precision ring lubrication applied to bottom housing.
Designerunknown
ManufacturerCherry

Comments on Cherry MX2A Black switches

CHERRY Gold Crosspoint contact concept and the unprecedented production quality "Made in Germany" are unique. The MX2A series introduces a new level typing experience, setting a new standard for mechanical key switches – Cherry.

Cherry MX2A Black alternatives

Here are some notable alternatives to the Cherry MX2A Black, our reference switch. Competitors with comparable specs across parameters like switch type, housing material, actuation and bottom-out forces and travel distances — even color. Not perfect matches but the closest results in order of similarity.

Sim.Similar switchesComparison
98%
Cherry Nixie
linear, 5-pin, Nylon/Nylon/POM, 63.5/80gF, 2.0/4.0mm
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97%
Cherry MX Black Hyperglide
linear, 5-pin, Nylon/Nylon/POM, 60/80gF, 2.0/4.0mm
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96%
Cherry MX2A "Hirose" Orange
linear, 5-pin, Nylon/Nylon/POM, 55/65gF, 2.0/4.0mm
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93%
Gateron Black G Pro 3.0
linear, 5-pin, PC/Nylon/POM, 60/70gF, 2.0/4.0mm
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92%
Chosfox Hanami Dango - Pink
linear, 5-pin, Nylon/Nylon/POM, 48/60gF, 1.1/4.0mm
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91%
Gateron Milky Yellow Pro
linear, 5-pin, Nylon/Nylon/POM, 50/62gF, 2.0/4.0mm
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91%
Gateron Oil King
linear, 5-pin, Nylon PA66/INK/POM, 55/65gF, 2.0/4.0mm
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91%
Gateron Ink Black V2
linear, 5-pin, INK/INK/POM, 60/80gF, 2.0/4.0mm
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91%
Gateron G Pro 3.0 Yellow
linear, 5-pin, PC/Nylon/POM, 50/67gF, 2.0/4.0mm
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90%
HMX Noire
linear, 5-pin, PA12/PA12/POM, 55/60gF, 2.0/3.7mm
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90%
HMX Xinhai (heavy)
linear, 5-pin, PA12/Nylon/POM, 55/62.5gF, 2.0/3.4mm
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To recap: we were looking for linear mechanical switches possibly with Nylon top housing, Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (standard). The 60g actuation occuring at 2mm. The 90g bottom-out being at around 4mm. Factory lubing? Yes! — similar to the Cherry MX2A Black.

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