WS Pearl – Linear Mechanical Switches with Bearings, 35 pcs

Set of 35 linear WS Pearl switches with built-in bearings for smooth typing and precise gaming experience.

WS Pearl Linear

WS Pearl are linear mechanical switches designed for users who prioritize exceptionally smooth and stable key travel with minimal stem wobble. They are the perfect choice for gamers and intensive typists seeking consistent travel without tactile bumps or clicks. Their solid construction and precise factory lubrication aim to reduce friction and wobbling, providing a refined operating feel.

Feel and Sound

• Impeccable Linear Travel: The switch depresses completely smoothly, without physical feedback or audible click.

• Maximum Stability: The design minimizes stem wobble and deviation, ensuring stable presses even when the key is touched off-center.

• Buttery Smooth Glide: Factory lubrication provides a quiet, gliding motion, effectively eliminating any scratchiness.

Actuation and Characteristics

• Balanced Pre-travel: A pre-travel distance of approximately 2.0 mm offers a moderate distance that perfectly balances fast response and comfort.

• Standard Depth: The total travel is around 3.5 mm, allowing for full depression without feeling harsh or firm at the bottom-out.

• Firm Bottom-out: The bottom-out force is around 58gf, providing a stable yet not overly heavy feel – ideal for users who like a distinct press.

Build Quality and Innovations

• Durable Polyamide Housing: The top and bottom housings are made from high-grade polyamide (PA/nylon) – a durable plastic that enhances the stability of the entire switch.

• Super Smooth POM Stem: The stem is made from POM material, known for its low friction, which increases smoothness and reduces wear over time.

• Innovative Bearing System: Each switch includes four ball bearings in the stem and base, which aid perfect centering and dramatically reduce lateral wobble.

• Consistent Spring: The 16mm single-stage spring contributes to a perfectly even force distribution throughout the key's travel.

Things to Consider (Potential Trade-offs)

• As a purely linear model, the switch has no tactile "bump" or click – if you rely on physical or audible confirmation for actuation, this model may not be for you.

• The relatively firm bottom-out force (58gf) might cause slight finger fatigue during extremely prolonged and intense typing.

• Detailed data on compatibility with hot-swap sockets or LED backlighting is missing, which might limit full customization options for some specific keyboards.

Who is it suitable for?

• Ideal for gamers and copywriters who want a super stable, smooth, and fast linear switch for work or play without distracting noises.

• Less suitable for fans of tactile feedback or for those seeking extremely quiet and soft office switches.

Characteristics:

• Type: Linear

• Quantity: 35 pieces per box

• Top Housing: PA (Polyamide)

• Bottom Housing: PA (Polyamide)

• Stem: POM (Polyoxymethylene)

• Total Travel Distance: 3.5±0.3mm

• Pre-travel: 2.0±0.5mm

• Initial Force (preload): ≥30gf

• Bottom-out Force: 58±10gf

• Durability: 500 million presses

• Spring: 16mm / Single Stage

• Factory Lubricated: Yes

• Unique: Built-in quadruple bearing in stem and base