CHERRY MX2A Silent Black is a silent linear mechanical switch from CHERRY released in 2023 with a 60 gf operating force and 1.9 mm pre-travel, 3.7 mm total travel, and a manufacturer rating of At least 50 million keystrokes.
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Measures actuation, travel, and force. Shorter, lighter movement favors speed. Advanced input features add capability.
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CHERRY MX2A Silent Black
CHERRY
CHERRY
MX2A Series
Black Housing / Dark Stem
2023
Mechanical
Silent Linear
Standard (MX)
Variant Dependent (3-Pin / 5-Pin)
60 gf
1.9 mm
3.7 mm
No
No
No
No
Standard MX Cross with Integrated Dampers
Yes
Silent
Muted / Dampened / Deep
Thermoplastic Polymer
Glass-Fiber-Reinforced Thermoplastic
Two-Component Thermoplastic Polymer
Noise-Reducing Barrel Spring
Variant Dependent
Factory-applied premium-grade lubricant
Yes
At least 50 M cycles
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
MX Gold Crosspoint
Editor's Note: CHERRY's Silent Black materials contain a stale conflict: the product highlights state 60 cN operating force while one Properties block shows 45 cN. The technical datasheet confirms 60 cN and the silent-specific 1.9 mm pre-travel / 3.7 mm total travel, so those datasheet-backed values are used. No consistent bottom-out force is published.
A three-axis view of compatible-keyboard input capability, tactile profile, and published durability evidence. Missing evidence remains unavailable rather than being scored as zero.
Gaming capability, tactile intensity, and build durability (0 to 100)
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The CHERRY MX2A Silent Black is a Mechanical switch from CHERRY with a Silent Linear feel, so its keypress character is primarily defined by that mechanism and feedback style.
The CHERRY MX2A Silent Black has an operating force of 60 gf. That is a heavier switch feel suited to users who prefer more resistance.
The CHERRY MX2A Silent Black has a pre-travel of 1.9 mm. Shorter actuation distances usually feel quicker because the key registers earlier in the press.
The CHERRY MX2A Silent Black has a total travel distance of 3.7 mm. Total travel describes the full stroke from rest to bottom-out.
The CHERRY MX2A Silent Black is listed as documented pin count, MX keycap compatibility is yes, and hot-swap compatibility is yes. Always match the switch pins and keyboard PCB/socket before buying.
Yes. The CHERRY MX2A Silent Black is listed as factory lubed. Factory lubrication can affect out-of-box smoothness and sound, but its effect can vary with the keyboard build and keycaps.
Available sound-related specs for the CHERRY MX2A Silent Black include sound profile: Muted / Dampened / Deep, sound level: Silent. Case, plate, keycaps, and desk mat can still change the final keyboard sound.
The CHERRY MX2A Silent Black is rated for At least 50 M cycles. Lifespan ratings are lab-cycle estimates, so real-world durability can also depend on build quality and usage.
The CHERRY MX2A Silent Black lists top housing: Thermoplastic Polymer, bottom housing: Glass-Fiber-Reinforced Thermoplastic, stem: Two-Component Thermoplastic Polymer, contact: MX Gold Crosspoint. These parts influence feel, sound, wobble, and long-term switch consistency.
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