Geon Raptor HE V2 switch
The Geon Raptor HE V2 is a linear, Hall-effect mechanical switch with PC top housing, Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (standard). It features a 19.5 mm single-stage NAS-wire spring. As with most magnetic switches, you can freely set the actuation/pre-travel. The 45g bottom-out occurs at 3.40mm. Extra: Light diffuser. Factory lubing? Yes!
Where to buy Geon Raptor HE V2 switches?
Here are some notable keyboard shops offering Geon Raptor HE 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delta Key Co. | FR | 3.33 USD / 10 pcs 5% off, KBDNEWS | 0.33 USD | sold out | |
| DiviniKey | US | 8.64 USD / 18 pcs | 0.48 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!
Geon Raptor HE V2 force curve
Geon Raptor HE V2 data sheet
| Name | Geon Raptor HE V2 |
|---|---|
| Type | linear, Hall-effect |
| Footprint | 2-pin |
| Top housing | PC |
| Bottom housing | Nylon |
| Stem | POM standard |
| Spring | 19.5 mm single-stage NAS-wire |
| Actuation | customizable |
| Bottom-out | 45 g |
| Pre-travel | customizable |
| Total travel | 3.40 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | unknown |
| Manufacturer | unknown |
Comments on Geon Raptor HE V2 switches
Geon Raptor HE V2 switches are Hall-effect switches meaning that the actuation point of the switch is determined by the keyboard software due to its magnetic nature. These switches are only compatible with some keyboards that support hall effect. V2 now has a reduced total travel, longer spring, and changed top housing material – Divinikey.
Geon Raptor HE V2 alternatives
Here are some notable alternatives to the Geon Raptor HE 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 Magnetic Jade linear, Hall-effect, 2-pin, PC/Nylon/POM, 30/0gF, 0.0/3.5mm | Compare | ||
| 92% | HMX Crystal HE magnetic linear, Hall-effect, 2-pin, PC/PA66 (+30% fiberglass)/POM, 35/42gF, 0.0/3.3mm | Compare | ||
| 90% | OWlab Ti HE (50g) linear, Hall-effect, 2-pin, PC/PA/POM, 0/50gF, 0.0/3.4mm | Compare | ||
| 90% | OWlab Ti HE (40g) linear, Hall-effect, 2-pin, PC/PA/POM, 0/40gF, 0.0/3.4mm | Compare | ||
| 90% | Gateron Magnetic Jade Ruby HE linear, Hall-effect, 2-pin, PC (glitter)/Nylon/POM, 0/50gF, 0.0/3.5mm | Compare | ||
| 89% | Gateron Magnetic Jade Pro linear, Hall-effect, 2-pin, PC/PA66/POM, 35/0gF, 0.0/3.5mm | Compare | ||
| 88% | Wuque Studio WS Dash linear, Hall-effect, 5-pin, PC/Nylon/POM, 30/50gF, 0.0/3.5mm | Compare | ||
| 87% | Gateron Magnetic Jade Air HE linear, Hall-effect, 2-pin, //, 36/50gF, 0.0/3.5mm | Compare | ||
| 87% | TTC RGB Magneto King of Magnetic Switch linear, Hall-effect, 2-pin, PC/PC/POM, 35/0gF, 0.0/3.4mm | Compare | ||
| 87% | TTC Honey king linear, Hall-effect, 2-pin, PC/PC/POM, 35/0gF, 0.0/3.4mm | Compare | ||
| 86% | Gateron Magnetic Jade Gaming linear, Hall-effect, 2-pin, PC/PA66/POM, 36/0gF, 0.0/3.5mm | Compare | ||
To recap: we were looking for linear, Hall-effect mechanical switches possibly with PC top housing, Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (standard). The 45g bottom-out being at around 3.40mm. Extra: Light diffuser. Factory lubing? Yes! — similar to the Geon Raptor HE V2.