HMX Swift V2 switch
The HMX Swift V2 is a linear mechanical switch with PA12 top housing, PA30 bottom housing, and LY stem (standard). It features a 22 mm KOS single-stage spring. The 42g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 50g bottom-out occurs at 3.80mm. Light diffuser. New stem mold only. Old housing mold. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by HMX.
Where to buy HMX Swift V2 switches?
Here are some notable keyboard shops offering HMX Swift 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DIYKEY | CN | 0.32 USD / 1 pcs 10% off, KBDNEWS | 0.32 USD | buy | |
| UniKeys | CN | 3.26 USD / 10 pcs 7% off, KBDNEWS | 0.33 USD | buy | |
| The Thocc Exchange | UK | 3.14 GBP / 10 pcs 5% off, KBDNEWS | 0.42 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 Swift V2 data sheet
| Name | HMX Swift V2 |
|---|---|
| Type | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin |
| Top housing | PA12 |
| Bottom housing | PA30 |
| Stem | LY standard |
| Spring | 22 mm KOS single-stage |
| Actuation | 42 g |
| Bottom-out | 50 g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 3.80 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | unknown |
| Manufacturer | HMX |
HMX Swift V2 sound test
Comments on HMX Swift V2 switches
Board-Versatile Acoustics: Adapts from muted thock to bright clack depending on plate/board material. LY Stem Mystery: Proprietary stem material offering low friction and self-stabilization. Unique acoustic profile defies linear norms. HMX Swift — The Switch That Whispers “Thock” in a World of Clack. Subtle nylon “thwip” — ASMR without the sharpness. 42gf actuation balances speed and intentionality for RPGs/MMOs – diykey.
HMX Swift V2 alternatives
Here are some notable alternatives to the HMX Swift 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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 94% | HMX Twilight linear, 5-pin, PA12/PA-2/LY, 42/50gF, 2.0/3.9mm | Compare | ||
| 93% | HMX Retro KD200 linear, 5-pin, PA12/P2/LY, 45/50gF, 2.0/3.5mm | Compare | ||
| 93% | HMX Blue Topaz linear, 5-pin, PC (glitter)/P4/LY, 40/48gF, 2.0/3.9mm | Compare | ||
| 92% | HMX Swift Linear linear, 5-pin, Nylon P3/Nylon PA3.0/LY, 42/50gF, 2.0/3.9mm | Compare | ||
| 92% | HMX Martini linear, 5-pin, PA12/PA2/LY, 42/48gF, 0.0/3.8mm | Compare | ||
| 91% | Keygeek MZ Z1 linear, 5-pin, PC/PA12 Nylon/LY, 48/53gF, 2.0/3.6mm | Compare | ||
| 91% | HMX Cloud (42g) linear, 5-pin, Nylon PA12/Nylon PA2.0/LY, 42/50gF, 2.0/3.9mm | Compare | ||
| 91% | HMX Jelly linear, 5-pin, PA12/PA4/T2, 42/48gF, 2.0/3.8mm | Compare | ||
| 91% | XLLAB Keygeek Briny linear, 5-pin, PA12/PA66/UPE (U4), 42/50gF, 2.0/3.6mm | Compare | ||
| 91% | HMX YG Macchiato linear, 5-pin, PA12/Nylon/POK, 42/50gF, 2.0/4.0mm | Compare | ||
| 91% | HMX Bad Sweetheart linear, 5-pin, PA12/P4/T5, 45/50gF, 2.0/3.8mm | Compare | ||
To recap: we were looking for linear mechanical switches possibly with PA12 top housing, PA30 bottom housing, and LY stem (standard). The 42g actuation occuring at 2mm. The 50g bottom-out being at around 3.80mm. Light diffuser. New stem mold only. Old housing mold. Factory lubing? Yes! — similar to the HMX Swift V2.