Invokeys x Alas Nightshade switch
The Invokeys x Alas Nightshade is a silent linear mechanical switch with POK top housing, Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (dust-proof with silicone silencer). It features a 18 mm single-stage spring. The 63.5g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Invokeys in collaboration with Alas. Manufactured by Wikuo/LICHICX.
Where to buy Invokeys x Alas Nightshade switches?
Here are some notable keyboard shops offering Invokeys x Alas Nightshade 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Invokeys Co. | US | 55.56 USD / 90 pcs 5% off, KBDNEWS | 0.62 USD | sold out | |
| Keebz N Cables | AU | 9.83 AUD / 10 pcs 5% off, KBDNEWS | 0.70 USD | sold out | |
| SerpentKeys | UK | 5.70 GBP / 10 pcs 5% off, KBDNEWS | 0.77 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!
Invokeys x Alas Nightshade data sheet
| Name | Invokeys x Alas Nightshade |
|---|---|
| Type | silent linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin |
| Top housing | POK |
| Bottom housing | Nylon |
| Stem | POM dust-proof with silicone silencer |
| Spring | 18 mm single-stage |
| Actuation | - g |
| Bottom-out | 63.5 g |
| Pre-travel | - mm |
| Total travel | 4 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! Lightly factory lubed. |
| Designer | Invokeys in collaboration with Alas |
| Manufacturer | Wikuo/LICHICX |
Comments on Invokeys x Alas Nightshade switches
Inspired by the dark, hazy hues of the dusk sky.
The Nightshade switches expand upon our in-house offerings as a silent linear entry. The stems feature a unique multi-part construction including a custom silicone silencer that effectively reduces the bottoming and topping out sounds. With just a light touch of lubrication, these switches are smooth with the perfect amount of responsiveness from the medium length and weight spring – Invokeys.
Invokeys x Alas Nightshade alternatives
Here are some notable alternatives to the Invokeys x Alas Nightshade, 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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 87% | Durock Coral silent linear, 5-pin, PC/Nylon/POM, 0/65gF, 0.0/0.0mm | Compare | ||
| 87% | Wuque Studio WS Silent Linear silent linear, 5-pin, Nylon/Nylon/POM, 0/63.5gF, 2.0/3.5mm | Compare | ||
| 85% | Haimu x Geon HG Red silent linear, 5-pin, Nylon PA66/Nylon PA66/POM+PTFE, 0/65gF, 0.0/4.0mm | Compare | ||
| 82% | Kinetic Labs Gecko Silent silent linear, 5-pin, PC/Nylon/POM + silicone dampeners, 54/57.5gF, 0.0/4.0mm | Compare | ||
| 81% | XCJZ X WEKT Lucy R5 silent linear, 5-pin, POK/MPA/POM+TPU rubber, 44/55gF, 2.0/3.8mm | Compare | ||
| 80% | HMX Sakura silent linear, 5-pin, PA12/PC/POM, 45/53gF, 2.0/4.0mm | Compare | ||
| 80% | Kailh x Ainbell Ocean Heart silent linear, 5-pin, PC/PC/POM, 40/45gF, 1.7/4.0mm | Compare | ||
| 80% | Lichicx Gentle V2 silent linear, 5-pin, POK/Nylon PA66/POM + silicone dampener, 49/58gF, 2.0/3.8mm | Compare | ||
| 80% | HMX Taro silent linear, 5-pin, PC/PA66/POM, 45/53gF, 2.0/3.8mm | Compare | ||
To recap: we were looking for silent linear mechanical switches possibly with POK top housing, Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (dust-proof with silicone silencer). The 63.5g bottom-out being at around 4mm. Factory lubing? Yes! — similar to the Invokeys x Alas Nightshade.