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NovelKeys Cream

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NovelKeys Cream

Switches · Linear · 55 g · MX · 36 per pack

A full-POM linear made by Kailh. It's famous for feeling rough out of the box and getting noticeably smoother with break-in, plus a sharp, clean clack.

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≈£18List price, converted

For a pack of 36.

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Some specs from reviews or retailers · sources

NovelKeys lists 55 g operating, 70 g bottom-out, 2 mm actuation, 4 mm travel, PCB mount (5-pin), all-POM housing and stem, 36 per box. The original Cream ships unlubed. The NK listing says 'sold out' at the time of research and is linked to the Cream+ successor, which Mechboards stocks.

Specs

Type
Linear
Mechanism
Mechanical
Actuation force
55 g
Bottom-out force
70 g
Pre-travel
2 mm
Total travel
4 mm
Pins
5-pin
Footprint
MX
Factory lubed
No
Housing
top POM, bottom POM
Stem material
POM
Pack size
36 switches

Works with

Checked against mounting standard, switch footprint, stabilizer mount and keycap coverage. Confirm with the maker before you buy.