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Chazhu Switches (IC)

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The Chazhu switch is a light tactile switch inspired by the Cherry MX Vintage Brown, featuring a modified nylon housing and POM stem for a smooth and nostalgic typing experience.

Community Feedback & Sentiment

Medium Interest
Positive – 36%
Neutral – 36%
Negative – 29%
Positive0%
Neutral0%
Negative0%

Feedback Highlights

Positive (5)

  • "Interest in the project as a potential decent alternative to vintage browns."

  • "Desire for content creators to review to increase visibility."

  • "Acknowledgment that the switches may be an improvement over current brown clones."

  • "Appreciation for the attempt to recreate the feel of vintage browns."

  • "Open to trying the product despite reservations about its marketing."

Negative (4)

  • "Concerns that the switch design isn't what it claims to be."

  • "Criticism of the sound test due to the use of foam."

  • "Skepticism about marketing the switch as vintage browns."

  • "Comparison with other switches, suggesting lack of originality."

Suggestions (2)

  • Consider sending switches to content creators for reviews.

  • Keep transparency regarding the switch's features to avoid misleading marketing.

Questions (2)

  • Is there a Canadian vendor for the switches?

  • Are there options for purchasing through Asian vendors?

Duckeebs Analysis

The thread includes diverse opinions with a mix of concerns and interest. The number of unique replies and the balanced sentiment indicate a moderate level of community engagement.

Project Specs

Name
Chazhu Switches (IC)
Release year
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Switch type
Tactile
Profile
-
Actuation force
45
Bottom out force
60
Pre travel
2.0
Total travel
4.0
Pins
-
Top Housing Material
Nylon
Bottom Housing Material
-
Stem Material
POM
Sound profile
-
Spring type
18mm
Weight
-
Factory lubed
-
Magnetic Hall Effect
-
Double stage
-
Long pole
-
Dust proof
-
Water resistant
-