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Gateron Root Beer Float Tactile Switch
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Gateron Root Beer Float Tactile Switch

Gateron Root Beer Float switches are tactile switches featuring a unique combination of Ink and Milky housing materials with a new long-pole Ink stem for a smooth and crisp typing experience.

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24 Mar 2023

Community Sentiment

16 votes

🔥 HIGH INTEREST
Positive56%
Neutral31%
Negative13%

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Sentiment Analysis

16
Total Votes
8
Feedback Items
56%
31%
13%
Positive (56%)
Neutral (31%)
Negative (13%)

Positive Feedback

  • Users are excited about the root beer float switches and find them visually appealing.
  • Many commenters are looking forward to trying the switches, especially those who enjoyed similar past switches.
  • Feedback highlights the enjoyable typing experience and brief updates on pre-orders are met with enthusiasm.

Negative Feedback

  • Concerns raised about travel length causing issues with key stability.
  • Some users expressed disappointment over the lack of factory lube, which was appreciated in previous switches.

Suggestions

  • Consider securing more UK vendors to facilitate shipping for customers in the region.

Common Questions

  • Will vendors restock if they are sold out before the group buy opens?
  • Clarification on the nature of packaging options for the switches.
🤖 AI Summary

The thread has diverse engagement with users actively discussing their thoughts on the switches, which contributes to a high interest level. Feedback is varied, capturing excitement but also addressing genuine concerns.

Project Specs

21
Specs Listed
Name
Gateron Root Beer Float Tactile Switch
Release year
2023
Switch type
Tactile
Profile
Actuation force
58g
Bottom out force
58g
Pre travel
3.5mm
Total travel
Pins
Top Housing Material
Milky
Bottom Housing Material
Ink
Stem Material
Gateron Long Pole Ink Material
Sound profile
Spring type
Gold Plated Dual Stage
Weight
62g
Factory lubed
false
Magnetic Hall Effect
false
Double stage
true
Long pole
true
Dust proof
false
Water resistant
false