Gateron North Pole 2.0 Switch Set
Like Ice Blingbling
The Gateron North Pole 2.0 switches have an upgraded structure based on the original North Pole switch. They still retain a fully transparent body and have a nice exterior like glistening ice. These switches also upgraded its buckle from a right angle to an obtuse angle to make this switch easier to plug and unplug. By combining these features together, these Gateron North Pole 2.0 switches provide a smooth and extraordinary typing experience.
Gold-Plated Spring
By equipped these switches with a gold-plated spring and gold contact, it assures oxidation resistance and anti-vulcanization performance to increase the switch’s operational lifespan to last about 80 million times. The newly upgraded three-ply metal pins also provide excellent reliability and durability for hot-swappable use.
Gold-Plated Spring
By equipped these switches with a gold-plated spring and gold contact, it assures oxidation resistance and anti-vulcanization performance to increase the switch’s operational lifespan to last about 80 million times.
Better Backlight Effect
With a completely transparent body and a light-gathering structure, these switches bring the keyboard’s colorful lights into full effect. It’s perfect for those who want a bright and luminous RGB experience.
New Design Process
With exhaust holes set at the bottom, these switches incorporate aerodynamic principles to provide a smoother typing feel. The newly added color identification area on the housing base also helps us to distinguish these switch options.
New Design Process
With exhaust holes set at the bottom, these switches incorporate aerodynamic principles to provide a smoother typing feel. The newly added color identification area on the housing base also helps us to distinguish these switch options.
Product Information
Box Red Switch
| Type | Linear |
|---|---|
| Operation Force | 45±10 gf |
| Pre-Travel | 2.0±0.5 mm |
| Total Travel | 3.8 mm Max. |
| Operation Life | Up to 80M cycles |
| Finger Strike Feeling | Vertical, light pressing force, soft rebound, strong bottom-out feeling |
Box Brown Switch
| Type | Tactile |
|---|---|
| Operation Force | 55±10 gf |
| Pre-Travel | 2.0±0.5 mm |
| Total Travel | 4.0 mm Max. |
| Operation Life | Up to 80M cycles |
| Finger Strike Feeling | Bump, moderate pressing force, clear rebound |
North Pole Yellow
| Type | Linear |
|---|---|
| Operation Force | 50±10 gf |
| Pre-Travel | 2.0±0.5 mm |
| Total Travel | 4.0 mm Max. |
| Operation Life | Up to 80M cycles |
| Finger Strike Feeling | Vertical, moderate pressing force, clear rebound |
Box Brown Switch
| Type | Tactile |
|---|---|
| Operation Force | 55±10 gf |
| Pre-Travel | 2.0±0.5 mm |
| Total Travel | 4.0 mm Max. |
| Operation Life | Up to 80M cycles |
| Finger Strike Feeling | Bump, moderate pressing force, clear rebound, strong bottom-out feeling |
Box Silver Switch
| Type | Linear |
|---|---|
| Operation Force | 43±10 gf |
| Pre-Travel | 1.2±0.3 mm |
| Total Travel | 3.4+0/-0.4 mm |
| Operation Life | Up to 80M cycles |
| Finger Strike Feeling | Vertical, light pressing force, fast rebound, moderate bottom-out feeling |
Specs
| Product Name | Gateron North Pole 2.0 Switch |
|---|---|
| Stem | Thermoplastic, MX stem |
| Upper Housing | PC, transparent housing |
| Housing Base | PC, transparent base |
| Spring | Spring steel |
| Pins | 5-pin switch |
| Lubrication | Lubed version |
| 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
Compatible with any 5-Pin MX hot-swap mechanical gaming keyboards/5-Pin MX DIY custom keyboards with SMD-LED, or RGB-SMD lights.
Note that the North Pole Box Red, Silver, and Brown switches can't be compatible with the keyboard with OSA Profile ABS keycaps. Please make sure your keycaps can be compatible with them before purchasing.
