MonsGeek & Akko Green Fog Switches: Heavy Linear Switches
📅Dec 18 2024
We’ve got tons of comments before with requests of releasing heavy linear switches!!
And we got you!
Developed by MonsGeek Team, Akko and MonsGeek also introduces their first collab switches-Green Fog Linear Switches!
Inspired by MonsGeek’s signature deep green color, these switches evoke the mystique of a foggy forest. With a 60g actuation force, they offer a heavier, more responsive typing experience, enhanced by vibrant RGB effects through an LED diffuser.
What are its specifications?
Specification
- Type: Linear
- Operating Force: 60gf ± 10gf
- Bottom-out Force: 70gf max
- Total Travel: 3.6 ± 0.4mm
- Pre-Travel: 2.0 ± 0.4mm
- Top Cover: PC
- Bottom Housing: PA66
- Stem: POK
How does it perform? And what makes it different?
LED Diffuser
Green Fog Switch comes with an LED diffuser offering better RGB. The diffuser optimizes light dispersion for sharper, more defined keycap legends. Switches with LED condenser are perfect for gamers and typists who want both superior typing performance and stunning aesthetics.
60g Actuation Force
The Green Fog Switches are 5-pin linear switches featuring a heavier 60g actuation force for a more responsive typing experience.
These switches feature a POK stem, PC top cover, and PA66 bottom housing, offering a smooth typing experience with a deep and heavy thock sound.
Pre-lubed
With added lubrication on the rails, these lubed switches offer an enhanced out-of-the-box experience, providing smoother performance right from the start.
How do These Switches Sound?
*Please note that various factors can affect sound tests, including the keyboard’s structure, keycaps used, materials, and foams.
M1W V3
M1 V5
Are Green Fog Switches compatible with my keyboard?
The Green Fog switches feature a Cherry-style structure, making them compatible with most mechanical keyboards, including most of our M Series, MG Series, FUN60 Ultra TMR Version, and more.
✔Hot-swappable Mechanical Keyboards with 5-Pin PCBa
✔ Hot-swappable Mechanical Keyboards with 3-Pin PCBa
Please note that these switches are 5-pin, and for compatibility with 3-pin hot-swappable mechanical keyboards, users will need to trim the extra pins to ensure proper fit.
✔ Mechanical keyboards with soldered PCBs (Non-hot-swappable)
Swapping switches on a soldered mechanical keyboard involves desoldering the old switches and soldering new ones, making the process more complex than on hot-swappable keyboards. First, the keyboard must be disassembled to access the PCB. Next, a soldering iron and desoldering tool are used to melt and remove the solder from each switch pin. Once the solder is removed, the switches can be gently pushed out from the top plate.
To install new switches, they are inserted into the PCB and plate, ensuring proper alignment. Each switch is then soldered securely in place using minimal solder for clean connections. Finally, the keyboard is reassembled, and all functions are tested.
While the process is not overly difficult, it requires patience, precision, and familiarity with soldering tools. For beginners, it may take time to learn, and those seeking a simpler option may prefer hot-swappable keyboards.
Where can I purchase them, and how many should I get?
These linear switches are jointly released by MonsGeek and Akko and are available for purchase through their official channels.
Each box includes 45 switches, so please ensure you order sufficient quantities for your keyboard. For a full-sized keyboard, three boxes (135 switches) are recommended.