Mechanical Keyboard is a type of keyboard. In terms of structure, each key on a mechanical keyboard has a separate switch to control its closing. This switch is also known as “axis”. According to the classification of microswitches, mechanical keyboards can be divided into brown axis, green axis, white axis, black axis, and red axis. It is precisely because each button is composed of an independent micro motion that the sense of key paragraph is strong, resulting in a special feel suitable for game entertainment. Therefore, it is often used as a relatively expensive high-end game peripheral and is also an ideal device for programmers. Here are the things you should consider when selecting a mechanical keyboard.
Why Should I Buy A Mechanical Keyboard?
Advantages:
1. The most important thing about mechanical keyboards is the shaft. Mechanical keyboards have a longer lifespan than ordinary thin film keyboards. Good mechanical keyboards have a lifespan of more than 10 or even 20 years.
2. After using a mechanical keyboard for a long time, the feel of the keys changes very little, while the film cannot achieve this.
3. Mechanical keyboards have different touch sensations for different axes, while thin films have a single touch sensation.
4. Mechanical keyboards can achieve no conflict with more than 6 keys, and some mechanical keyboards can achieve full key conflict free, while there are fewer membrane keyboards with no conflict with more than 6 keys.
5. You can replace the key cap yourself, making it convenient for personalized DIY.
Disadvantages:
1. The selling price is on the high side, as the cost is relatively high.
2. Although the keyboard has a long lifespan, its waterproof ability is poor, and more care should be taken when using it.
3. The noise is quite loud when using
What Level of Noise Can You Accept?
Mechanical keyboards have different shafts, and their hand feel and noise levels vary. For example, when typing with a green axis, you may not be aware of it, but it is actually as noisy as a traditional typewriter… Therefore, when selecting and purchasing, you need to first consider the occasions in which to use it and whether it will affect others. If you use it in a company and the seat is close to your colleagues, it is best to avoid using a green shaft.
Which Shaft Body Is Suitable For You?
Nowadays, many manufacturers use Cherry MX as the shaft body for mechanical keyboards. The mainstream ones are green, red, brown, and black axis, and others such as green, gray, and white.
The stroke (button depth), trigger stroke, pressure, rebound pressure, and sound of different shaft bodies are different. Let’s briefly introduce the current four main shaft bodies.
– Green axis: The sound of pressing is loud (crisp), with a strong sense of paragraph, and the feedback force is light. It can be used for playing games and text entry.
– Black axis: Called the “game axis” by players, pressing it down is like a spring, going straight up and down without any obstacles. The sound of pressing is low, there is no sense of paragraph when playing, and the feedback is strong.
– Brown axis: Known as the “universal shaft”, it has a low sound when pressed, a paragraph feel when played, and a light feedback force.
– Red axis: It is currently the most comprehensive mechanical shaft and Cherry is proud of being a mechanical shaft. With a high trigger on the black axis, it has an unbeatable lightweight feel. The sound of pressing is low, there is no sense of paragraph when playing, and the feedback force is light.
Make A Decision After Personal Trial
Good mechanical keyboards can cost hundreds of thousands of dollars. Before purchasing them, it’s best to experience them yourself, test whether their feel is suitable for you, and then listen to the sound. Some mechanical keyboards also have steel plates under the shaft to enhance feedback. For first-time buyers, it is advisable to start with the most popular representative works of each major brand. After using habits, make targeted pursuits based on your own preferences.