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02 / THE ESSENTIALS
Gateron × MCHOSE Apollo Magnetic HE Switches — 10PCS at a Glance
Linear
Switch Type
3.1 mm
Total Travel
PC
Top Housing
Yes
Factory Lubed
What to Expect
A linear magnetic press with 35±10gf initial spring force and short 3.1±0.2mm total travel. The actual actuation point and Rapid Trigger availability depend on the HE keyboard PCB and firmware—not the switch by itself.
No independent controlled sound test for this exact switch and keyboard combination.
Hall Effect magnetic
TechnologyHall Effect magnetic
FeelLinear
Initial force35 ± 10 gf
Total travel3.1 ± 0.2 mm
ActuationAdjustable by compatible HE keyboard firmware
Initial magnetic flux120 ± 15 Gs at 1.2 mm PCB
Bottom-out magnetic flux570 ± 80 Gs at 1.2 mm PCB
Top housingFrosted transparent PC
StemPOM
Factory lubricationYes
Check your PCB and preferred feel before choosing the 10-switch pack.
HE keyboard owners checking switch polarity and sensor support before upgrading
- Players looking for a lighter-initial-force magnetic linear switch
- Builders comparing compact travel among current HE switch families
Not compatible with ordinary MX mechanical-contact keyboards or optical-only boards
- Magnet polarity, sensing range and keyboard software support must be confirmed for the exact PCB
- A keyboard-specific sound signature cannot be guaranteed from a switch alone
Choose your options
Compatibility: Check Before You Buy
For Hall Effect keyboards whose manufacturer confirms support for N-pole-down magnetic switches and the required flux range. Not a mechanical-contact 3-pin or 5-pin replacement.
Verify the exact keyboard PCB and socket technology
For HE: verify magnet polarity and sensor/firmware compatibility
Do not force incompatible pins or assume cross-technology interchangeability
How many switches should you order?
Choose your keyboard layout to get a practical starting quantity. Then confirm the exact key count for your board and decide how many spare switches you want for testing or replacement.
Recommended for 65%
Select an available configuration
Recommendations require verified pack sizes, prices and availability from the current variation data.
Detailed specifications
Technology
Hall Effect magnetic
Feel
Linear
Initial force
35 ± 10 gf
Total travel
3.1 ± 0.2 mm
Actuation
Adjustable by compatible HE keyboard firmware
Initial magnetic flux
120 ± 15 Gs at 1.2 mm PCB
Bottom-out magnetic flux
570 ± 80 Gs at 1.2 mm PCB
Top housing
Frosted transparent PC
Stem
POM
Factory lubrication
Yes
Durability
Manufacturer claims 100 million+ keystrokes
Practical purchase note
FAQ
Is the Apollo a regular mechanical switch?
No. This is a Hall Effect magnetic switch. It does not function as a drop-in switch for conventional mechanical-contact MX PCBs.
Does it support Rapid Trigger?
Only if your compatible Hall Effect keyboard and its firmware provide Rapid Trigger. The switch alone does not enable the feature.
Will it work in my Wooting or other HE keyboard?
Do not assume compatibility from the word magnetic. Confirm N-pole-down polarity, sensor calibration, magnetic flux compatibility and physical fit with your keyboard manufacturer.
How far does it travel?
Gateron specifies 3.1±0.2mm total physical travel. The sensing/actuation point is configured by supported keyboard firmware.
How many are in one pack?
10 switches. Keycaps and keyboard are not included.