Lichicx Gentle V2 switch
The Lichicx Gentle V2 is a silent linear mechanical switch with POK top housing, Nylon PA66 bottom housing, and POM + silicone dampener stem (dust-proof). It features a 17 mm single-stage spring. The 49g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 58g bottom-out occurs at 3.80mm. Extra: Light diffuser. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by JKDK Studio. Manufactured by Lichicx.
Where to buy Lichicx Gentle V2 switches?
Here are some notable keyboard shops offering Lichicx Gentle 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SerpentKeys | UK | 4.75 GBP / 10 pcs 5% off, KBDNEWS | 0.64 USD | sold out | |
| The Thocc Exchange | UK | 4.75 GBP / 10 pcs 5% off, KBDNEWS | 0.64 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!
Lichicx Gentle V2 force curve
Lichicx Gentle V2 data sheet
| Name | Lichicx Gentle V2 |
|---|---|
| Type | silent linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin |
| Top housing | POK |
| Bottom housing | Nylon PA66 |
| Stem | POM + silicone dampener dust-proof |
| Spring | 17 mm single-stage |
| Actuation | 49 g |
| Bottom-out | 58 g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 3.80 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | JKDK Studio |
| Manufacturer | Lichicx |
Comments on Lichicx Gentle V2 switches
The Gentle V2 Switches from JKDK Studio feature light pink housings with a cherry blossom pink stem, as well as a light guide column. These switches utilise the same silencing method as the XCJZ Lucy switch – SerpentKeys.
Lichicx XCJZ Lucy recolor switches: Lichicx Gentle switches - same Mold but different springs and cheaper.
Lichicx Gentle V2 alternatives
Here are some notable alternatives to the Lichicx Gentle 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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88% | XCJZ Lucy Silent Linear V2 silent linear, 5-pin, MPC/MPA/POM with silicone silencer, 44/55gF, 2.0/3.8mm | Compare | ||
| 87% | XCJZ X WEKT Lucy R5 silent linear, 5-pin, POK/MPA/POM+TPU rubber, 44/55gF, 2.0/3.8mm | Compare | ||
| 87% | Lichicx Yogurt silent linear, 5-pin, PC/PA66/POM (with silicone silencer), 45/53gF, 2.0/3.8mm | Compare | ||
| 87% | HMX Sakura silent linear, 5-pin, PA12/PC/POM, 45/53gF, 2.0/4.0mm | Compare | ||
| 87% | KTT Silent Blue silent linear, 5-pin, PC/Nylon PA66/POM+TPE, 43/55gF, 1.9/4.0mm | Compare | ||
| 86% | Chosfox&Outemu Yichu silent linear, 5-pin, Nylon PA66//, 42/50gF, 2.0/4.0mm | Compare | ||
| 86% | XCJZ x JKDK Butterfly silent linear, 5-pin, PC/PC/POM+TPU, 37/42gF, 2.0/3.7mm | Compare | ||
| 86% | Outemu Silent Honey Peach V3 silent linear, 5-pin, nylon/nylon/POM, 40/50gF, 2.0/3.3mm | Compare | ||
| 85% | Akko Fairy (silent) silent linear, 5-pin, PA/PA/POM, 50/55gF, 2.0/3.3mm | Compare | ||
| 84% | BSUN Light Sakura silent linear, 5-pin, PC/PC/LY, 37/43gF, 2.0/3.6mm | Compare | ||
| 84% | HMX Moksae silent linear, 5-pin, PC/PA66 Nylon/POM + TPE (double-shot stem), 45/53gF, 2.0/3.8mm | Compare | ||
To recap: we were looking for silent linear mechanical switches possibly with POK top housing, Nylon PA66 bottom housing, and POM + silicone dampener stem (dust-proof). The 49g actuation occuring at 2mm. The 58g bottom-out being at around 3.80mm. Extra: Light diffuser. Factory lubing? Yes! — similar to the Lichicx Gentle V2.