Keychron Silent K Pro Red Switches - 110 pcs

A tribute to switches

Imagine keyboards are having a beach day. The mechanical switches would cling to their laptops as if they couldn't miss their deadlines, while the rubber keys would sway in the sea breeze, enjoying the relaxed atmosphere without worrying about work.

What are switches?

Mechanical switches are the mechanisms located under the keycaps of mechanical keyboards. Switches come in various types and sizes. In principle, they all do the same thing; the mechanism ensures that a keystroke is registered when you press a key. Each colour or type of switch provides a different feel when pressed.

Some mechanical keyboards are hot-swappable, which means you can easily remove the switches and replace them with new ones. This way, you can customise a keyboard to your liking.

About the Keychron K Pro Switches

The factory pre-lubricated Keychron Silent K Pro switches aim for an extra smooth, quiet, and natural typing experience. As the name suggests, the noise level with a silent switch is significantly lower.

Silent K Pro switches are designed with gold alloy contacts to offer higher antioxidant performance. This means they last up to 50 million keystrokes. With an ultra-transparent top housing, these SMD-LED-compatible switches provide a better backlight effect, fully showcasing the keyboard's backlight.

Red vs brown

Colour:	Red	Brown
Type:	Linear	Tactile
Force (g):	45	55
Actuation point (mm):	2	2
Max. travel (mm):	4	3.9
Lifespan (clicks):	80 million	80 million
Noise level:
Ideal for:	Office & gaming	Typing
Keystroke feel	Vertical, light press force, soft rebound	Bump, moderate press force, clear rebound

Types of switches

Linear switches have the simplest operation. They move straight up and down without any tactile feedback or click sound. The smooth keystroke allows for fast movement, which is why linear switches are very popular among gamers. Red switches are often linear.

Tactile switches provide a slight counter-pressure at the point of actuation to indicate that the keystroke has been registered. There is a noticeable bump. They are ideal for typing because you get an indication without having to press the key all the way down. Brown switches are often tactile.

Clicky switches work similarly to tactile switches, as they also have a noticeable bump. However, there is a small difference: a click sound is added at the moment of key activation. Clicky switches are suitable for people who want to hear a clear indication of their keystroke or for those who want to retain the clicking sound. Blue switches are often clicky.

Differences between types

Not only does the keystroke feel differentiate the switches, but several other characteristics are also involved. Depending on what suits you and your work, you can choose the right switch.

Force (or Operating Force) indicates how hard you need to press the key. This is expressed in gram-force (e.g., 50gf).

Also known as Pre-travel. This is the point at which the keystroke is recognised by the keyboard. This is indicated in millimetres (e.g., 2.3mm).

Also known as Travel distance. This is the distance between the resting position and the full depression of the key. This is also indicated in millimetres (e.g., 4.0 mm).