Epomaker Sea Salt Silent V3 is a linear mechanical switch from Epomaker released in March 2024 with a 45 gf operating force and 1.8 mm pre-travel, 3.5 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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Epomaker Sea Salt Silent V3
Epomaker
Epomaker
Sea Salt
Light Blue / Cream Yellow
March 2024
Available
Mechanical
Linear
MX
PCB Mount
45 ± 5 gf
51 ± 5 gf
1.8 ± 0.4 mm
3.5 ± 0.4 mm
No
No
No
No
Linear
MX Cross
Yes
Silent
Muted
PC
PA66
POM
Single-stage
51 gf
Translucent
Factory pre-lubed on stem rails and spring
Yes
Yes
At least 50 M cycles
5
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Gold-plated alloy
Editor's Note: The Epomaker Sea Salt Silent V3 is engineered for near-total silence, utilizing dual silicone dampening pads on the stem rails to silence both bottom-out and top-out clatter. Unlike overly mushy silent switches, typing tests demonstrate a soft yet surprisingly crisp landing that keeps long typing sessions pleasant. Featuring a light blue PA66 base, a transparent PC top with an integrated optical condenser lens, and light factory lube, it glides smoothly at 45g with virtually zero acoustic presence.
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 Epomaker Sea Salt Silent V3 is a Mechanical switch from Epomaker with a Linear feel, so its keypress character is primarily defined by that mechanism and feedback style.
The Epomaker Sea Salt Silent V3 has an operating force of 45 gf. That sits in the common middle range for everyday typing and gaming.
The Epomaker Sea Salt Silent V3 has a pre-travel of 1.80 mm. Shorter actuation distances usually feel quicker because the key registers earlier in the press.
The Epomaker Sea Salt Silent V3 has a total travel distance of 3.50 mm. Total travel describes the full stroke from rest to bottom-out.
The Epomaker Sea Salt Silent V3 is listed as 5-pin, MX keycap compatibility is yes, and hot-swap compatibility is yes. Always match the switch pins and keyboard PCB/socket before buying.
Yes. The Epomaker Sea Salt Silent V3 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 Epomaker Sea Salt Silent V3 include sound profile: Muted, sound level: Silent. Case, plate, keycaps, and desk mat can still change the final keyboard sound.
The Epomaker Sea Salt Silent V3 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 Epomaker Sea Salt Silent V3 lists top housing: PC, bottom housing: PA66, stem: POM, contact: Gold-plated alloy. These parts influence feel, sound, wobble, and long-term switch consistency.
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