HMX Egg Yolk switch
The HMX Egg Yolk is a linear mechanical switch with PC top housing, PA66 Nylon + S1 center bottom housing, and M2 stem (standard). It features a 22 mm single-stage spring. The 45g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 53g bottom-out occurs at 3.60mm. Double-shot bottom housing. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by HMX. Manufactured by HMX.
Where to buy HMX Egg Yolk switches?
Here are some notable keyboard shops offering HMX Egg Yolk 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MonacoKeys | DE | 3.99 EUR / 10 pcs 5% off, KBDNEWS | 0.45 USD | buy |
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 Egg Yolk data sheet
| Name | HMX Egg Yolk |
|---|---|
| Type | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin |
| Top housing | PC |
| Bottom housing | PA66 Nylon + S1 center |
| Stem | M2 standard |
| Spring | 22 mm single-stage |
| Actuation | 45 g |
| Bottom-out | 53 g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 3.60 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | HMX |
| Manufacturer | HMX |
Comments on HMX Egg Yolk switches
The Egg Yolk is HMX's first switch with a double-shot bottom housing – and that's exactly what makes the difference in the sound profile: a deliberately engineered S1 post sits in the middle of the PA66 bottom, right where the stem hits. The result is an exceptionally clacky, crisp keypress with a surprisingly full, rounded character – substantial and defined, without letting the classic HMX clack drift into the bright or shrill range. The hardened M2 stem keeps the 3.6mm travel glassy-smooth throughout and adds a poppy snap on bottom-out. Currently considered one of the clackiest linear switches around – ideal for loud, lively builds with character – MonacoKeys.
HMX Egg Yolk alternatives
Here are some notable alternatives to the HMX Egg Yolk, 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% | Akko Cream Yellow Pro V5 linear, 5-pin, PC/PA66/PA12, 50/55gF, 2.0/3.3mm | Compare | ||
| 92% | HMX Pebble linear, 5-pin, PC/Nylon PA66/POM, 45/50gF, 2.0/3.5mm | Compare | ||
| 91% | HMX | Sillyworks Hyacinth V2 linear, 5-pin, PC/Nylon/POM, 45/52gF, 1.9/3.5mm | Compare | ||
| 91% | HMX Yogurt V1 45g linear, 5-pin, PC/P5 (40-45% fiberglass)/POM, 45/52gF, 2.0/3.4mm | Compare | ||
| 91% | HMX Yogurt V2 linear, 5-pin, PC/P5 (40-45% fiberglass)/POM, 45/52gF, 2.0/3.4mm | Compare | ||
| 91% | Keygeek MZ Z1 linear, 5-pin, PC/PA12 Nylon/LY, 48/53gF, 2.0/3.6mm | Compare | ||
| 91% | HMX Lulu Silent linear, 5-pin, PC/PA66 Nylon/POM, 45/52gF, 2.0/3.8mm | Compare | ||
| 91% | BSUN Agarwood linear, 5-pin, PC/Nylon PA66/T3, 50/58gF, 2.0/4.0mm | Compare | ||
| 91% | Keylist Kitty linear, 5-pin, PC/PA66/HPE, 45/50gF, 2.0/3.7mm | Compare | ||
| 91% | HMX Cthulhu linear, 5-pin, PC/P7/M1 POM, 45/50gF, 2.0/3.5mm | Compare | ||
| 91% | HMX x 80Retros Game 1989 Classic linear, 5-pin, PC/P4/T5, 45/53gF, 2.0/4.0mm | Compare | ||
To recap: we were looking for linear mechanical switches possibly with PC top housing, PA66 Nylon + S1 center bottom housing, and M2 stem (standard). The 45g actuation occuring at 2mm. The 53g bottom-out being at around 3.60mm. Double-shot bottom housing. Factory lubing? Yes! — similar to the HMX Egg Yolk.