Gateron Ink V2 Black Silent is a silent linear mechanical switch from Gateron released in April 2020 with a 60 gf operating force and 2 mm pre-travel, 4 mm total travel, and a manufacturer rating of At least 60 million keystrokes.
Three focused profiles from published switch specifications. No overall score is generated because feel and use case are personal.
Measures actuation, travel, and force. Shorter, lighter movement favors speed. Advanced input features add capability.
Measures bump or click intensity. It uses feel type and tactile-force rise. Higher scores mean stronger feedback.
Measures published lifespan evidence. It uses documented construction details. It does not predict real-world reliability.
Gateron Ink V2 Black Silent
Gateron
Gateron
Ink V2
Smoky Black
April 2020
Available
Mechanical
Silent Linear
MX
PCB Mount
60 ± 15 gf
70 gf
2 ± 0.6 mm
4 ± 0.2 mm
1.80 mm
No
No
No
No
Silent Linear
MX Cross
Yes
Low
Muted
PC
Macromolecule material
POM
Single-stage
15.40 mm
70 gf
Translucent
Factory dry / unlubed with black-plated spring
No
No
At least 60 M cycles
5
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Gold-plated alloy
Editor's Note: The Silent Black Ink V2 features Gateron's proprietary smoky translucent polymer housing, famous for producing deep, muted acoustics. The revised V2 tooling solved earlier contact leaf loosening issues, providing excellent long-term durability. With a hefty 60 gf actuation and silicone dampening pads on the stem, each keystroke lands with quiet, cushioned authority. Enthusiasts love applying Krytox 205g0 to unlock an extraordinarily smooth, near-silent gliding sensation.
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 Gateron Ink V2 Black Silent is a Mechanical switch from Gateron with a Silent Linear feel, so its keypress character is primarily defined by that mechanism and feedback style.
The Gateron Ink V2 Black Silent has an operating force of 60 gf. That is a heavier switch feel suited to users who prefer more resistance.
The Gateron Ink V2 Black Silent has a pre-travel of 2.00 mm. Shorter actuation distances usually feel quicker because the key registers earlier in the press.
The Gateron Ink V2 Black Silent has a total travel distance of 4.00 mm. Total travel describes the full stroke from rest to bottom-out.
The Gateron Ink V2 Black Silent 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.
No. The Gateron Ink V2 Black Silent is listed as not 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 Gateron Ink V2 Black Silent include sound profile: Muted, sound level: Low. Case, plate, keycaps, and desk mat can still change the final keyboard sound.
The Gateron Ink V2 Black Silent is rated for At least 60 M cycles. Lifespan ratings are lab-cycle estimates, so real-world durability can also depend on build quality and usage.
The Gateron Ink V2 Black Silent lists top housing: PC, bottom housing: Macromolecule material, stem: POM, contact: Gold-plated alloy. These parts influence feel, sound, wobble, and long-term switch consistency.
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