Lubing your switches results in smoother switches, a deeper "thockier" sound profile, and more consistent key presses. There are a lot of options for lubing, and everyone has their own preference for how they like their switches to feel and sound.
💡 Read our Switch Lubes - The Basics article, written by guest contributor Ashkeebs. It covers what lubing your switches does, the different kinds of lubricants available, and other factors to consider.
▶️ Watch a video tutorial by Alexotos on how to lube your switches.
Here's a brief comparison of four of the options:
Krytox 205g0
- Viscosity: high
- General usage: bottom housing, spring, stem
- Intended effect: buttery smooth press, deeper acoustic, reducing tactility
- Recommended for: linears, tactiles (high-tactility), silent switches.
- 👉 Highly effective for lubing stabilizers
Krytox 105g0
- Viscosity: low
- General usage: spring (common) / bottom housing & stem (uncommon)
- Intended effect: reduce spring ping and very slight reduction on friction
- Recommended for: springs, linears
TriboSys 3203
- Viscosity: medium
- General usage: bottom housing, spring, stem
- Intended effect: reducing some friction while retaining acoustic and tactility
- Recommended for: tactiles
TriboSys 3204
- Viscosity: medium-high
- General usage: bottom housing, spring, stem
- Intended effect: smooth press, retaining acoustic and tactility
- Recommended for: linears, tactiles, silent switches
Breakdown and recommendations by Ashkeebs. Learn more in his intro article on Switch Lubes.
