Gateron Box Ink Pink
Box (dustproof, low-wobble) stem in the smoky Ink housing. 50gf actuation. Some listings cite a shorter total travel; treated here as the standard 4.0mm.
Actuation force
50 gf
Bottom-out force
60 gf
Pre-travel
2 mm
Total travel
4 mm
| Type | Linear |
| Brand | Gateron |
| Mount | 5-pin |
| Factory lubed | Yes |
| Stem | POM (box) |
| Top housing | Ink (proprietary blend) |
| Bottom housing | Ink (proprietary blend) |
| Spring | Stainless steel, 15.4mm |
| Sound | Higher-pitched, crisp clack from the box stem and Ink housing. |
| Price tier | $$$ |
Some specs for this switch are community estimates rather than official numbers and can vary by batch. Treat force/travel as approximate.
Building with the Gateron Box Ink Pink?
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Gateron Box Ink Pink FAQs
Is the Gateron Box Ink Pink linear, tactile or clicky?
The Gateron Box Ink Pink is a linear switch. Smooth medium-light linear with the extra stability of a box stem.
How heavy is the Gateron Box Ink Pink?
It actuates at about 50 grams-force and bottoms out around 60 gf.
Is the Gateron Box Ink Pink good for gaming or typing?
Enthusiasts who want box-stem stability with the Ink sound signature.