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Gateron CJ switch

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Get a switch tester with the Gateron CJ from MonacoKeys (EU)!

The Gateron CJ is a linear mechanical switch with proprietary INK blend top housing, POM bottom housing, and POM stem (). It features a gold-plated spring. The 50g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 60g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. No factory lubing. Manufactured by Gateron.

Where to buy Gateron CJ switches?

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

Currency:

StoreAreaOfferPriceStatus
Lume KeebsUS4.89 USD / 10 pcs
5% off, KBDNEW (not kbdnewS)
0.49 USDbuy
DeskHeroCA7.90 CAD / 10 pcs0.57 USDbuy
The Thocc ExchangeUK4.28 GBP / 10 pcs
5% off, KBDNEWS
0.58 USDbuy
ZkeebsUS5.69 USD / 10 pcs
5% off, KBDNEWS
0.57 USDbuy
PantheonkeysSG7.94 SGD / 10 pcs
2% off, KBDNEWS
0.62 USDbuy
InputGearDE0.62 EUR / 1 pcs
5% off, KBDNEWS
0.72 USDbuy
RGBKeysNL79.62 EUR / 120 pcs
10% off, KBDNEWS
0.77 USDbuy
DangkeebsUS4.75 USD / 10 pcs
5% off, KBDNEWS
0.48 USDsold out
Kinetic LabsUS35.70 USD / 70 pcs0.51 USDsold out
DiviniKeyUS10.80 USD / 18 pcs0.60 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!

Gateron CJ data sheet

NameGateron CJ
Typelinear
Footprint5-pin
Top housingproprietary INK blend
Bottom housingPOM
StemPOM
Springgold-plated
Actuation50 g
Bottom-out60 g
Pre-travel2 mm
Total travel4 mm
LubeNo factory lubing.
Designerunknown
ManufacturerGateron

Comments on Gateron CJ switches

Gateron CJ switches are a new linear switch from Gateron that feature a POM stem, Ink top housing and POM bottom housing. They come unlubed stock, but have a smooth keypress and a satisfying clack.

Gateron CJ alternatives

Here are some notable alternatives to the Gateron CJ, 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
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HMX Crisp
linear, 5-pin, Nylon PA12/POM/POM, 48/55gF, 2.0/3.5mm
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MMD Matcha Ice Cream V3
linear, 5-pin, POM/POM/POM, 45/55gF, 1.8/3.8mm
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88%
HMX Lunar Stone
linear, 5-pin, POM/POM/POM, 45/55gF, 2.0/3.6mm
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88%
Novelkeys Cream
linear, 5-pin, POM/POM/POM, 55/70gF, 2.0/4.0mm
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87%
Durock POM Piano
linear, 5-pin, POM/POM/Mystery Material, 48/63.5gF, 2.0/4.0mm
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87%
Wuque Studio WS POM+
linear, 5-pin, POM/POM/POM, 45/50gF, 2.0/3.6mm
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87%
KTT Hyacinth
linear, 5-pin, PC/PA66/POM, 45/56gF, 1.9/3.5mm
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86%
FEKER White Marble V3
linear, 5-pin, POM/POM/POM, 42/47gF, 2.0/3.5mm
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86%
Click Inc OF
linear, 5-pin, POM/POM/POM, 40/48gF, 1.8/3.6mm
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86%
Aflion Blue Sky
linear, 5-pin, PC/Nylon/POM, 50/60gF, 2.0/4.0mm
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86%
Gateron Ink Black V2
linear, 5-pin, INK/INK/POM, 60/80gF, 2.0/4.0mm
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To recap: we were looking for linear mechanical switches possibly with proprietary INK blend top housing, POM bottom housing, and POM stem (). The 50g actuation occuring at 2mm. The 60g bottom-out being at around 4mm. No factory lubing. — similar to the Gateron CJ.

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