{"product_id":"gateron-oil-king-switches-lienar-pack-of-10","title":"Gateron Oil King Linear Switches – Deep, Smooth, Self-Lubricating with Ink V2 Housing | 5-Pin, Pack of 10","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"nn-product-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.zyrosite.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/format=auto,fit=crop,q=80,w=768\/cdn-ecommerce\/store_01J86NYPAF0NMNVY57FR2NG0FA\/assets\/85cdb5c5-0eb5-40ee-9167-23672e04e6f3.png\" alt=\"Gateron Oil King, Gateron Oil King switches, Oil King linear switches, 5 pin linear switches, Gateron Ink V2 switches, POM stem switches, factory lubed linear switches, deep linear switches, heavy linear switches, 55g linear switches, 20mm spring switches, self lubricating switches, Gateron switches Pakistan, mechanical keyboard switches, smooth linear switches, Gateron linear switches, Oil King 10 pack, keyboard switch pack, backlit compatible switches, gold contact switches, 80 million click switches, mid weight linear switches, Ink V2 bottom housing, nylon housing switches\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOne of the hobby's most recognised linears — a deep, smooth, mid-weight 55gf switch with an automatic self-lubricating POM stem, Ink V2 bottom housing, and a long 20mm progressive spring.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; border-radius: 8px; padding: 12px 16px; margin: 16px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 600; padding: 4px 0;\"\u003eRead the full description\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Gateron Oil King is one of the most recognised linear switches in the mechanical keyboard hobby — a switch that built its reputation on a distinctly deep, smooth keystroke that stands apart from the lighter, brighter feel of most standard linears. Its identity is rooted in an automatic lubrication design: the POM stem works against the housing to distribute lubrication through the stroke, so the switch holds its smooth feel over time rather than relying solely on the factory grease applied at manufacture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe character comes from the material combination — a nylon PA66 top housing paired with Gateron's Ink V2 bottom housing and a POM stem. The Ink V2 bottom is known for a deeper, more muted acoustic profile than standard housings — a controlled, low-pitched thud rather than a higher clack. The POM stem adds a naturally low-friction surface that complements the factory lube and reduces wobble, and Gateron upgraded the stem-to-upper-housing fit specifically for lateral stability, giving a keystroke that tracks cleanly with near-zero side play — immediately noticeable against looser-tolerance switches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 55gf actuation and 65gf bottom-out across a standard 2mm pre-travel and 4mm total travel, the Oil King sits in a mid-weight range that gives meaningful resistance without being stiff. The 20mm black-plated spring is longer than the typical 14–16mm spring in most linears, contributing a distinctive, progressive force curve — the build across the travel feels more gradual and deliberate, adding to the sense of a premium, controlled keystroke. Gold-plated contacts improve oxidation resistance across the switch's 80-million-click rated life, and reinforced three-layer pins are built to hold shape and connection quality through extended use and repeated hot-swap cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Oil King comes factory lubed to address spring ping and reduce friction from the first keypress, with plug-in SMD LED support for backlit builds (note: not compatible with SMD LEDs that protrude above the PCB surface). For builders who want a heavier, deeper linear with a self-lubricating design, genuine stability, and a well-earned community reputation, the Oil King remains a strong, time-tested choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌟 Key Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutomatic Lubrication Design\u003c\/strong\u003e — POM stem and housing interaction distributes lube through the stroke for lasting smoothness beyond the initial factory lube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInk V2 Bottom Housing\u003c\/strong\u003e — Gateron's premium bottom housing for a deep, controlled, muted sound distinct from standard linears\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNylon PA66 Top Housing\u003c\/strong\u003e — Stable, durable upper housing with an upgraded stem fit for near-zero lateral wobble\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePOM Stem\u003c\/strong\u003e — Low-friction, self-lubricating stem material for a consistently smooth feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e20mm Black-Plated Spring\u003c\/strong\u003e — Longer-than-standard spring for a progressive, deliberate force curve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFactory Pre-Lubed\u003c\/strong\u003e — Applied at manufacture to reduce spring ping and friction from first use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGold-Plated Contacts\u003c\/strong\u003e — Improved oxidation resistance for consistent electrical performance and long-term reliability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReinforced 3-Layer Pins\u003c\/strong\u003e — Harder pins for reduced deformation and a reliable hot-swap connection over repeated cycles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e80M-Click Rated Lifespan\u003c\/strong\u003e — Premium-grade durability for extended daily use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSMD LED Compatible\u003c\/strong\u003e — Plug-in LED support for backlit builds (not compatible with protruding SMD LEDs)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5-Pin Compatible\u003c\/strong\u003e — Fits all 5-pin hot-swap and soldered PCBs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e⚙️ Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin: 8px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; font-weight: 600; width: 40%;\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eGateron\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eOil King\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSwitch Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eLinear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003ePin Count\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e5-Pin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eOperating Force\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e55gf\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eBottom-Out Force\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e65gf\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003ePre-Travel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e2mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eTotal Travel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e4mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSpring Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e20mm (Black-Plated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eStem Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003ePOM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eTop Housing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eNylon PA66\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eBottom Housing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eInk V2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eContacts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eGold-Plated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eLubrication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eFactory Pre-Lubed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eLED Support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003ePlug-In SMD (Non-Protruding Only)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eRated Life\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e80M Clicks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: 600;\"\u003ePack Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 10px;\"\u003e10 Switches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-left: 3px solid #b0b0b0; background: #f7f7f7; padding: 12px 16px; margin: 16px 0; border-radius: 0 6px 6px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e📦 How Many Do I Need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 8px 0 0;\"\u003eSwitches are sold in packs of 10. As a rough guide: a 60\/65% board needs ~68 switches (7 packs), a 75% ~84 (9 packs), a TKL ~87 (9 packs), and a full-size ~104 (11 packs). Buy a pack or two extra if you want spares for the hot-swap sockets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-left: 3px solid #4a9; background: #eef7f2; padding: 12px 16px; margin: 16px 0; border-radius: 0 6px 6px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e✅ Genuine Gateron\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 8px 0 0;\"\u003eSourced directly from Gateron \/ official distribution — these are genuine Gateron Oil King switches, not clones or relabels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🎯 Perfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilders who prefer a heavier, deeper-sounding linear over light, bright options like Yellows or Reds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnthusiasts who want a self-lubricating switch that holds its feel through extended use without re-lubing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone building a sound-dampened or acoustically tuned board who wants a naturally muted, deep tone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHobbyists who want a community-proven, well-regarded linear with genuine Gateron Ink heritage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Nerdy Nest","offers":[{"title":"10 Switches","offer_id":52925937025341,"sku":null,"price":2000.0,"currency_code":"PKR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0995\/9735\/3277\/files\/gateron_oil_king_1.jpg?v=1791097480","url":"https:\/\/nerdy-nest.com\/products\/gateron-oil-king-switches-lienar-pack-of-10","provider":"Nerdy Nest","version":"1.0","type":"link"}