Gateron North Pole 2.0
Full PC housing gives a bright, clacky signature. Comes factory lubed with an Ink-blend stem.
Actuation force
50 gf
Bottom-out force
65 gf
Pre-travel
2 mm
Total travel
4 mm
| Type | Linear |
| Brand | Gateron |
| Mount | 5-pin |
| Factory lubed | Yes |
| Stem | Ink (proprietary blend) |
| Top housing | Polycarbonate |
| Bottom housing | Polycarbonate |
| Spring | Gold-plated |
| Sound | Clacky and bright with a full-bodied bottom-out. |
| Price tier | $$ |
Building with the Gateron North Pole 2.0?
I hand-build small-batch programmable macropads (QMK/VIA) in Barcelona, and repair keyboard PCBs. Pick your switch, pick your layout with the Shortcut Library, and stop reaching for chords.
Gateron North Pole 2.0 FAQs
Is the Gateron North Pole 2.0 linear, tactile or clicky?
The Gateron North Pole 2.0 is a linear switch. Smooth medium linear, factory lubed and ready to use.
How heavy is the Gateron North Pole 2.0?
It actuates at about 50 grams-force and bottoms out around 65 gf.
Is the Gateron North Pole 2.0 good for gaming or typing?
Buyers wanting a clacky, factory-lubed linear at a mid price.