Gateron Ink Black V2 switch
The Gateron Ink Black V2 is a linear mechanical switch with proprietary INK blend top housing, proprietary INK blend bottom housing, and POM stem (standard). The 60g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 80g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by Gateron.

Where to buy Gateron Ink Black V2 switches?
Here are some notable keyboard shops offering Gateron Ink Black V2 switches. When available, the prices indicated already include the discount - use the KBDNEWS coupon code at checkout to claim your saving!
Currency:
| Store | Area | Offer | Price | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Thocc Exchange | UK | 4.28 GBP / 10 pcs 5% off, KBDNEWS | 0.58 USD | buy | |
| Lume Keebs | US | 6.18 USD / 10 pcs 5% off, KBDNEW (not kbdnewS) | 0.62 USD | buy | |
| DiviniKey | US | 12.96 USD / 18 pcs | 0.72 USD | buy | |
| KBDFans | CN | 7.50 USD / 10 pcs | 0.75 USD | buy | |
| pkkeyboards | US | 10.69 USD / 15 pcs 5% off, KBDNEWS | 0.71 USD | buy | |
| Zkeebs | US | 7.13 USD / 10 pcs 5% off, KBDNEWS | 0.71 USD | buy | |
| BeaverKeys | CA | 10.45 CAD / 10 pcs 5% off, KBDNEWS | 0.75 USD | buy | |
| SerpentKeys | UK | 6.65 GBP / 10 pcs 5% off, KBDNEWS | 0.89 USD | buy | |
| RGBKeys | NL | 35.06 EUR / 30 pcs 10% off, KBDNEWS | 1.36 USD | buy | |
| Chosfox | CN | 6.65 USD / 10 pcs 5% off, KBDNEWS | 0.67 USD | sold out | |
| Dangkeebs | US | 7.13 USD / 10 pcs 5% off, KBDNEWS | 0.71 USD | sold out | |
| Kinetic Labs | US | 13.50 USD / 18 pcs | 0.75 USD | sold out | |
| Pantheonkeys | SG | 10.39 SGD / 10 pcs 2% off, KBDNEWS | 0.81 USD | sold out | |
| Mechboards | UK | 7.13 GBP / 10 pcs 5% off, KBDNEWS | 0.96 USD | sold 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 Ink Black V2 data sheet
| Name | Gateron Ink Black V2 |
|---|---|
| Type | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin |
| Top housing | proprietary INK blend |
| Bottom housing | proprietary INK blend |
| Stem | POM standard |
| Spring | |
| Actuation | 60 g |
| Bottom-out | 80 g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 4 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! slightly factory lubricated |
| Designer | unknown |
| Manufacturer | Gateron |
Comments on Gateron Ink Black V2 switches
The Gateron Ink Black V2 switch is regarded as one of Gaterons best. Designed with a smoky clear housing made out of a new material and a POM stem, these black Ink switches provide a very satisfying sound when actuated. They are slightly factory lubricated and linear, providing an enjoyable smooth experience straight out of the box – mechboards.co.uk.
Gateron Ink Black V2 alternatives
Here are some notable alternatives to the Gateron Ink Black V2, 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 switches | Comparison | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 92% | Gateron Oil King linear, 5-pin, Nylon PA66/INK/POM, 55/65gF, 2.0/4.0mm | Compare | ||
| 91% | Cherry Nixie linear, 5-pin, Nylon/Nylon/POM, 63.5/80gF, 2.0/4.0mm | Compare | ||
| 90% | Cherry MX2A Black linear, 5-pin, Nylon/Nylon/POM, 60/90gF, 2.0/4.0mm | Compare | ||
| 90% | Gateron Black G Pro 3.0 linear, 5-pin, PC/Nylon/POM, 60/70gF, 2.0/4.0mm | Compare | ||
| 89% | Cherry MX Black Hyperglide linear, 5-pin, Nylon/Nylon/POM, 60/80gF, 2.0/4.0mm | Compare | ||
| 89% | Cherry MX2A "Hirose" Orange linear, 5-pin, Nylon/Nylon/POM, 55/65gF, 2.0/4.0mm | Compare | ||
| 89% | Kinetic Labs Husky linear, 5-pin, PC/PC/POM, 59/63.5gF, 2.0/3.5mm | Compare | ||
| 89% | Gateron G Pro 3.0 Yellow linear, 5-pin, PC/Nylon/POM, 50/67gF, 2.0/4.0mm | Compare | ||
| 88% | Gateron Baby Raccoon 2.0 linear, 5-pin, PC/PA66 Nylon/POM, 55/63.5gF, 2.0/3.6mm | Compare | ||
| 88% | HMX Noire linear, 5-pin, PA12/PA12/POM, 55/60gF, 2.0/3.7mm | Compare | ||
| 88% | JWK Vertex V1 linear, 5-pin, Nylon PA66/Nylon PA66/POM, 50/62gF, 2.0/4.0mm | Compare | ||
To recap: we were looking for linear mechanical switches possibly with proprietary INK blend top housing, proprietary INK blend bottom housing, and POM stem (standard). The 60g actuation occuring at 2mm. The 80g bottom-out being at around 4mm. Factory lubing? Yes! — similar to the Gateron Ink Black V2.