Gateron KS-22 Optical Switch Set (Version 2)
Newly Upgraded Structure
The Gateron KS-22 Optical switch is crafted with a transparent cover and black base. As an upgraded version of the KS-15 switches, we designed the KS-22 switches with a new structure and a more stable, smooth hand feel. Unlike a mechanical switch, an optical switch uses light for actuation instead of a metal-to-metal connection, enhancing the trigger speed over mechanical switches.
Enlarged Light-Transmitting Opening
Compared to the first-generation optical switch, we enlarged the Gateron KS-22 Optical Switch’s light-transmitting opening to increase the switch’s operational lifespan to 100 million.
Enlarged Light-Transmitting Opening
Compared to the first-generation optical switch, we enlarged the Gateron KS-22 Optical Switch’s light-transmitting opening to increase the switch’s operational lifespan to 100 million.
New Waterproof Design Concept
These optical switches will introduce a new waterproof design concept that protects its body from water.
Factory Pre-Lubed
The Gateron KS-22 Optical Switch is lightly pre-lubed in the factory to offer a smooth and tactile typing experience, just like the mechanical switch.
Note: Optical Blue Switch are unlubed.
Factory Pre-Lubed
The Gateron KS-22 Optical Switch is lightly pre-lubed in the factory to offer a smooth and tactile typing experience, just like the mechanical switch.
How They Work
The infrared optical sensing component uses light-sensing principles to generate different but equivalent resistance to form two states of open circuits and paths, thereby triggering the key signal command.
Specs
| Product Name | Gateron KS-22 Optical Switch |
|---|---|
| Stem | POM, MX stem |
| Upper Housing | PC, transparent housing |
| Housing Base | Nylon PA66, black base |
| Spring | Spring steel |
| Pins | No |
| Lubrication | Pre-lubed version (Not include optical blue switch) |
| SMD LED Support | Yes |
| Spec Sheet | Download PDF |
PS: SMD is an acronym for Surface Mounted Device. Their LEDs are attached to a rectangular printed circuit board (PCB). These LED chips can come in a variety of shapes and sizes that can produce different light intensities and colors.
Compatible Keyboards
No pins on the switches, compatible with keyboards supports Gateron Optical switches (version 2).
Note: Gateron KS-22 optical switch cannot be compatible with regular mechanical keyboards and KS-15 Gateron Optical keyboards. Make sure it is compatible with your keyboard before buying.
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Customer Reviews
Great switches
Love tactile switches, and it’s hard to find a good tactile that’s also quiet, these are pretty silent. My only gripe is the actuation is pretty close to the total travel distance and I bottom out my keys a lot with these switches, could just be an adjusting period to get used to them but very happy regardless.
Fantastic switches, very smooth, very light. Sadly had to modify them with a saw meant for jewellery to fit version 1 PCB. It would be nice though if they mentioned that there is pretty much only 1 keyboard (that can at least be found and purchased easily) that supports version 2 – the Keychron K8 (version with the backlight).
However, if you're willing to cut off the stud from the bottom housing, it can fit probably any keyboard that supports the older KS-15 switches. I think it's worth it.
I had to make some adjustments to the bottom studs by cutting them out for the corsair k70 rgb tkl opx and lubricating them.
great feel and sound
They are perfect but, they should be prelubed