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HMX Blackberry switch

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The HMX Blackberry is a silent linear mechanical switch with PA12 Nylon top housing, PA66 Nylon bottom housing, and POM+TPE stem (standard). It features a 22 mm single-stage spring. The 42g actuation occurs at 2.20mm. The 48g bottom-out occurs at 3.70mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by YG. Manufactured by HMX.

Where to buy HMX Blackberry switches?

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

Currency:

StoreAreaOfferPriceStatus
Lume KeebsUS3.80 USD / 10 pcs
5% off, KBDNEW (not kbdnewS)
0.38 USDbuy
SerpentKeysUK3.33 GBP / 10 pcs
5% off, KBDNEWS
0.44 USDbuy
MonacoKeysDE4.09 EUR / 10 pcs
5% off, KBDNEWS
0.47 USDbuy
OZO KeyboardsUK3.70 GBP / 10 pcs0.49 USDbuy

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!

HMX Blackberry data sheet

NameHMX Blackberry
Typesilent linear
Footprint5-pin
Top housingPA12 Nylon
Bottom housingPA66 Nylon
StemPOM+TPE standard
Spring22 mm single-stage
Actuation42 g
Bottom-out48 g
Pre-travel2.20 mm
Total travel3.70 mm
LubeFactory lubing? Yes!
DesignerYG
ManufacturerHMX

Comments on HMX Blackberry switches

The HMX Blackberry silent linear switches are the answer to a problem many enthusiasts know well: silent switches that are quiet, but sacrifice precision, feedback, and feel. The designer of the Blackberry switches (YG) was dissatisfied with the status quo and chose a completely different approach. The result is a silent linear switch that doesn’t aim to be completely noiseless, but instead deliberately offers a clearer, more defined typing experience without sounding intrusive. Blackberry switches deliver a smooth, controlled typing feel, combined with a precise bottom-out and a noticeably reduced—but not mushy—sound profile. Ideal for anyone who wants silent switches without compromising on tactility and confirmation! – MonacoKeys.
The HMX Blackberry is silent linear that features POM + TPE stem for noise dampening. With light actuation and a gentle bottom-out, these switches provide a whisper-quiet typing experience with minimal wobble, perfect for quiet workspaces or late-night gaming – LumeKeebs.

HMX Blackberry alternatives

Here are some notable alternatives to the HMX Blackberry, 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
91%
HMX Retro Sakura Silent
silent linear, 5-pin, PC/PA66 Nylon/POM+TPE (double-shot), 42/48gF, 2.2/3.7mm
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90%
HMX Moksae
silent linear, 5-pin, PC/PA66 Nylon/POM + TPE (double-shot stem), 45/53gF, 2.0/3.8mm
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90%
KTT Silent Blue
silent linear, 5-pin, PC/Nylon PA66/POM+TPE, 43/55gF, 1.9/4.0mm
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87%
HMX Taro
silent linear, 5-pin, PC/PA66/POM, 45/53gF, 2.0/3.8mm
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87%
BSUN Light Sakura
silent linear, 5-pin, PC/PC/LY, 37/43gF, 2.0/3.6mm
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87%
BSUN Colored Glaze
silent linear, 5-pin, PC/PC/UPE, 37/43gF, 2.0/4.0mm
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86%
Akko Fairy (silent)
silent linear, 5-pin, PA/PA/POM, 50/55gF, 2.0/3.3mm
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84%
Chosfox&Outemu Yichu
silent linear, 5-pin, Nylon PA66//, 42/50gF, 2.0/4.0mm
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84%
WingTree x Lichicx Pink Pink
silent linear, 5-pin, PC/PA66 Nylon/POM, 45/50gF, 2.0/3.8mm
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84%
Silent Alpaca V2
silent linear, 5-pin, //, 62/62gF, 2.0/4.0mm
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84%
Outemu Silent Honey Peach V3
silent linear, 5-pin, nylon/nylon/POM, 40/50gF, 2.0/3.3mm
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To recap: we were looking for silent linear mechanical switches possibly with PA12 Nylon top housing, PA66 Nylon bottom housing, and POM+TPE stem (standard). The 42g actuation occuring at 2.20mm. The 48g bottom-out being at around 3.70mm. Factory lubing? Yes! — similar to the HMX Blackberry.

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