Neo Oat

Overview

Linear mechanical switches that deliver a smooth typing experience with a pleasing, “thocky” sound — a fan favorite among custom keyboard enthusiasts.

Key Features

• Switch type: Linear (no tactile bump) for consistently smooth travel

• Factory lubrication: Yes — GPL105 & GPL205 mix applied to spring, stem legs, and lower rails

• Acoustic profile: Full, “thocky” tone; less glassy than a clack — ideal if you prefer a softer sound signature

Technical Specifications

• Actuation force: 36 ± 2 gf

• Bottom-out force: 45 ± 2 gf

• Pre-travel: 2.0 mm

• Total travel: 3.6 ± 0.2 mm

• Top housing: PA6 (or PA66 on similar variants)

• Bottom housing: PA6

• Stem: L4 (POM)

• Spring: 22 mm, single-stage

• Mounting: 5-pin PCB mount (MX-standard compatible)

Sound & Feel

• Surprisingly smooth keystrokes with minimal scratchiness

• Comfortable, full bottom-out with a slightly “glossy” feel

• Very low stem wobble (especially east-west) for precise keypresses

• No films required thanks to tight tolerances and quality factory lube