Lubricating mechanical keyboard switches can be a bit time-consuming, but it’s a relatively easy process that can significantly improve your typing experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What You’ll Need<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Before you begin, make sure you have the following items ready:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- A mechanical keyboard<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Switch puller or keycap puller<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Tweezers<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Lubricant suitable for mechanical switches<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Brush (0 or 1 sized) or applicator<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Clean cloth or microfiber cloth<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Lubricant Selection<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
There are a variety of lubricants available for mechanical keyboard switches, each with its own advantages and disadvantages. There are two popular lubricant types for mechanical keyboards:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Grease:<\/strong> Grease is a thicker lubricant that can provide more lubrication and protection to the moving parts of the switch. However, grease can also be more difficult to apply and can make the switches feel “mushy.”<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Oil:<\/strong> Oil is a thinner lubricant that can provide less lubrication than grease. However, oil is easier to apply and can make the switches feel smoother.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
It’s important to choose a lubricant that is specifically designed for electronics and switches. This will help to ensure that the lubricant does not damage the switches or the keyboard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Here are a few popular lubricants for mechanical keyboard switches:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Krytox 205g0:<\/strong> Krytox 205g0 is a high-viscosity grease that is well-suited for linear switches. It provides a smooth and quiet typing experience.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Tribosys 3203:<\/strong> Tribosys 3203 is a medium-viscosity grease that is well-suited for tactile switches. It provides a smooth and tactile typing experience.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- G-Lube Glorious:<\/strong> G-Lube Glorious is a versatile lubricant that can be used for both linear and tactile switches. It provides a smooth and quiet typing experience.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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Popular lubricants for mechanical keyboard switches<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n Here is a table that summarizes the key differences between the three lubricants:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Lubricant<\/th> Viscosity<\/th> Suitability<\/th> Advantages<\/th> Disadvantages<\/th><\/tr> Krytox 205g0<\/td> High<\/td> Linear switches<\/td> Smoothest possible typing experience<\/td> More difficult to apply<\/td><\/tr> Tribosys 3203<\/td> The smoothest possible typing experience<\/td> Tactile switches<\/td> Smooth and tactile typing experience<\/td> Easier to apply than Krytox 205g0<\/td><\/tr> G-Lube Glorious<\/td> Versatile<\/td> Linear and tactile switches<\/td> Smooth and quiet typing experience<\/td> Easiest to apply of the three lubricants<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n If you are looking for the smoothest possible typing experience, then Krytox 205g0 is a good option. If you are looking for a smooth and tactile typing experience, then Tribosys 3203 is a good option. If you are looking for a versatile lubricant that is easy to apply, G-Lube Glorious is a good option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Sections of a mechanical switch<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n Want to know more about mechanical switches<\/a> then this article will be a good option for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Step-by-Step Guide<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Step 1: Preparation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Before you start lubing your mechanical keyboard switches, you’ll need to disconnect the keyboard from your computer to prevent any accidental key presses. This will also give you more space to work on the keyboard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Once the keyboard is disconnected, place it on a clean and flat surface. This will help to prevent the lubricant from getting on any other surfaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Step 2: Removing Keycaps<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
To remove the keycaps from the switches, you can use a switch puller or a keycap puller. A switch puller is specifically designed for removing switches from keyboards, while a keycap puller can be used for both keycaps and switches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Tribosys 3203:<\/strong> Tribosys 3203 is a medium-viscosity grease that is well-suited for tactile switches. It provides a smooth and tactile typing experience.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Oil:<\/strong> Oil is a thinner lubricant that can provide less lubrication than grease. However, oil is easier to apply and can make the switches feel smoother.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- Grease:<\/strong> Grease is a thicker lubricant that can provide more lubrication and protection to the moving parts of the switch. However, grease can also be more difficult to apply and can make the switches feel “mushy.”<\/li>\n\n\n\n
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