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OUTEMU RGB Black Linear Switches Switches OUTEMU
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OUTEMU RGB Black Linear Switches Switches OUTEMU
OUTEMU RGB Black Linear Switches Switches OUTEMU
OUTEMU RGB Black Linear Switches Switches OUTEMU
OUTEMU RGB Black Linear Switches Switches OUTEMU
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OUTEMU RGB Black Linear Switches Switches OUTEMU 90
OUTEMU RGB Black Linear Switches Switches OUTEMU 110

OUTEMU RGB Black Linear Switches

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Linear force graph

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OUTEMU RGB Black Linear Switches

Outemu Black switches are ideal for users who prefer a heavier, more deliberate keystroke. As linear switches, they offer a smooth press from top to bottom with no tactile bump or audible click, but with a noticeably higher actuation force than Reds. This makes them great for typists who enjoy resistance, or gamers seeking more control to avoid accidental keypresses. With a 65g actuation force, Outemu Blacks deliver solid, consistent performance for those who like a firmer typing feel.

Key Features of Outemu Black Switches:

  • Heavy Linear Feedback: No bump or click, uninterrupted press from top to bottom.
  • Increased Actuation Force: 65g actuation force helps reduce accidental key presses, perfect for precise input.
  • Stable & Durable: Built for consistency and longevity, with up to 50 million keystrokes per switch.
  • Budget-Friendly: Offers a satisfying heavy linear typing experience at a wallet-conscious price point.

Compatible Keyboards

Outemu Black switches use the standard MX 3-pin footprint, so they fit most hot-swappable mechanical keyboards. Popular examples include:

  • Redragon keyboards (e.g., K552, K582, K630)
  • Tecware Phantom and Phantom Elite
  • Velocifire, E-Yooso, and other budget mechanical keyboards

Note: These are standard MX-style 3-pin switches. They drop straight into the vast majority of hot-swap mechanical keyboards, including boards using Kailh or Gateron MX sockets. The restriction runs the other way: boards fitted with Outemu-brand sockets, such as some Redragon models, are a tight fit for non-Outemu switches.

Why Choose Outemu Black Switches?

If you enjoy a firm, controlled keystroke with no tactile bump or click, Outemu Black switches are an excellent choice. They are especially suited to users with a heavier typing style or those who want added resistance for better key press accuracy. Compared to Cherry MX Black or Gateron Black, Outemu Blacks provide a similar feel at a much more affordable price — though they are not as smooth out of the box, and benefit from lubricant if you want to close that gap.

Ideal for Heavy Typists and Precision Gamers

Whether you're writing code, playing competitive games, or typing all day, Outemu Black switches deliver a smooth yet firm keystroke that gives you more control over every press. Perfect for users who want a quieter switch with plenty of resistance.

Switch TypeLinear
Fitment3-Pin
Actuation Force65g
Pre-Travel2mm
Total Travel4mm
Factory LubedNo
Stem MaterialPOM

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Switch Pins Actuation Travel Factory lubed Price each
OUTEMU RGB Black Linear Switches This switch 3-Pin 65g 4mm No from £0.24
Cherry MX Black RGB Linear Switches 3-Pin 60g 4mm No from £0.52
Gateron G Pro 3.0 Black Linear Switches 3-Pin 60g 4mm Yes from £0.26
Cherry MX Black SMD Linear Switches 3-Pin 60g 4mm No from £0.70
Cherry MX Red SMD Linear Switches 3-Pin 45g 4mm No from £0.54

In-stock linear switches that fit the same kind of board, closest match first. Price each is the lowest per-switch price across the pack sizes in stock.

Typical feel of a linear switch

What Linear means

Linear mechanical switches provide a smooth and consistent keystroke without tactile feedback or audible clicks. Ideal for fast typists and gamers, they offer quick and quiet keypresses for a seamless typing experience.

The graph shows the typical shape of how a linear switch feels through its travel, not measurements for this exact switch.

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3-Pin switch pins

About 3-Pin switches

3-Pin switches are standard mechanical keyboard switches with two metal pins for electrical connection and a single plastic pin for stabilization. They are lightweight, easy to install, and compatible with most keyboards using a mounting plate.

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1, 5, 10, 35, 70, 90, 110

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Frequently asked questions

What do the OUTEMU RGB Black Linear Switches feel like?

Linear, so the keypress travels straight down with no bump and no click. It is the quietest of the three switch types and the usual choice for gaming, because there is nothing interrupting the stroke.

That makes the OUTEMU RGB Black Linear Switches a linear switch - if you have used a linear switch before and liked it, these will feel familiar.

They actuate at 65g, which counts as a heavy switch.

As a rough guide, under 45g is light and fast but easier to press by accident, 45-60g suits most people for both typing and gaming, and above 60g is deliberate and firm - popular with heavy-handed typists who want to avoid mistakes.

The key registers after 2mm and bottoms out at 4mm of total travel.

A shorter actuation distance means the keypress is picked up sooner, which is why speed switches shorten it for gaming. A longer one gives you more room to rest your fingers on the keys without triggering them.

No - these ship unlubed.

That is normal at this price and many people fit them exactly as they are. If you want them smoother and quieter you can hand-lube them yourself with a switch opener and a thin lube such as Krytox 205g0 - it is a slow job, but it makes a noticeable difference.

These are 3-pin (plate mount) switches.

It has three pins: two metal contact pins and one central plastic post. 3-pin switches drop straight into plate-mounted and hot-swap keyboards. If your board is PCB-mounted and expects 5-pin switches, a 3-pin switch still works - it just relies on the plate for stability.

This listing is sold in packs of 1, 5, 10, 35, 70, 90, 110.

As a guide: a 60% keyboard needs about 61-68 switches, a TKL about 87, and a full-size board about 104. It is worth ordering a few spare in case one is faulty or you lose one during the build. If you only want to try the feel before committing, buy a single switch first.