HMX Crystal HE magnetic switch
The HMX Crystal HE magnetic is a linear, Hall-effect mechanical switch with PC top housing, PA66 (+30% fiberglass) bottom housing, and POM stem (standard). As with most magnetic switches, you can freely set the actuation/pre-travel. The 42g bottom-out occurs at 3.30mm. Extra: Light diffuser. Designed by HMX. Manufactured by HMX.
Where to buy HMX Crystal HE magnetic switches?
Here are some notable keyboard shops offering HMX Crystal HE magnetic 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UniKeys | CN | 3.72 USD / 10 pcs 7% off, KBDNEWS | 0.37 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!
HMX Crystal HE magnetic data sheet
| Name | HMX Crystal HE magnetic |
|---|---|
| Type | linear, Hall-effect |
| Footprint | 2-pin |
| Top housing | PC |
| Bottom housing | PA66 (+30% fiberglass) |
| Stem | POM standard |
| Spring | |
| Actuation | customizable |
| Bottom-out | 42 g |
| Pre-travel | customizable |
| Total travel | 3.30 mm |
| Lube | unknown |
| Designer | HMX |
| Manufacturer | HMX |
Comments on HMX Crystal HE magnetic switches
The HMX Crystal He switch is HMX's answer to the HE Magnetic switch trend. It features a super-fast RT of 0.01, which is on par with some of the best-performing HE switches in the market. They are compatible with all major HE Magnetic keyboards in the market. All you need to do is plug them in, and they are ready to go. Most importantly, the Crystal He Magnetic switch doesn't disappoint with its sound signature, since, well, you know, they are made by HMX after all – Unikeys.
HMX Crystal HE magnetic alternatives
Here are some notable alternatives to the HMX Crystal HE magnetic, 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% | Geon Raptor HE V2 linear, Hall-effect, 2-pin, PC/Nylon/POM, 35/45gF, 0.0/3.4mm | Compare | ||
| 88% | OWlab Ti HE (40g) linear, Hall-effect, 2-pin, PC/PA/POM, 0/40gF, 0.0/3.4mm | Compare | ||
| 88% | Gateron Magnetic Jade Pro linear, Hall-effect, 2-pin, PC/PA66/POM, 35/0gF, 0.0/3.5mm | Compare | ||
| 88% | OWlab Ti HE (50g) linear, Hall-effect, 2-pin, PC/PA/POM, 0/50gF, 0.0/3.4mm | Compare | ||
| 87% | Gateron Magnetic Jade linear, Hall-effect, 2-pin, PC/Nylon/POM, 30/0gF, 0.0/3.5mm | Compare | ||
| 85% | Gateron Magnetic Jade Air HE linear, Hall-effect, 2-pin, //, 36/50gF, 0.0/3.5mm | Compare | ||
| 85% | TTC RGB Magneto King of Magnetic Switch linear, Hall-effect, 2-pin, PC/PC/POM, 35/0gF, 0.0/3.4mm | Compare | ||
| 85% | TTC Honey king linear, Hall-effect, 2-pin, PC/PC/POM, 35/0gF, 0.0/3.4mm | Compare | ||
| 85% | Gateron Magnetic Jade Gaming linear, Hall-effect, 2-pin, PC/PA66/POM, 36/0gF, 0.0/3.5mm | Compare | ||
| 85% | Gateron Magnetic Jade Ruby HE linear, Hall-effect, 2-pin, PC (glitter)/Nylon/POM, 0/50gF, 0.0/3.5mm | Compare | ||
| 83% | Wuque Studio WS Dash linear, Hall-effect, 5-pin, PC/Nylon/POM, 30/50gF, 0.0/3.5mm | Compare | ||
To recap: we were looking for linear, Hall-effect mechanical switches possibly with PC top housing, PA66 (+30% fiberglass) bottom housing, and POM stem (standard). The 42g bottom-out being at around 3.30mm. Extra: Light diffuser. — similar to the HMX Crystal HE magnetic.