Smooth and direct

CHERRY MX RED

The linear switching characteristic combined with the low spring resistance triggers directly. The CHERRY MX RED is the first choice for beginners in the world of mechanical keyboards. The smooth-running CHERRY MX technology enables balanced writing and gaming sessions.

Highlights

  • Linear switching characteristics
  • 45 cN operating force
  • 2.0 mm pre travel
  • 4.0 mm total travel
  • > 100 mil. keystrokes
  • Lubricated
  • No click
The Original

Inside CHERRY MX RED

1 UPPER HOUSING

Upper Housing is a CAD high precision component made of plastic polymer. With a tolerance of less than 0.01 mm, the component guides the switching slide precisely, forming the CHERRY MX keyswitch’s switching mechanism housing.
In the "MX RGB" version, CHERRY Refract technology is integrated into the component: A computer-calculated lens set that uses active light refraction to direct the illumination from the SMD LED on the circuit board into the keycap without loss.

2 SWITCHING SLIDE / STEM

A CAD high-precision component made of plastic polymer specifically for the Cherry MX creates the pre travel and the keystroke feel between the upper housing and coil spring. The key cap is attached on the upper part of the stem.

This red switching slide is responsible for the linear switch characteristics of the CHERRY MX RED. Due to the straight TLS surface, the switch triggers directly.

3 GOLD CROSSPOINT CONTACT

Gold-based, the crosspoint contact is the heart of every CHERRY MX keyswitch and the basis of its incredible reliability and durability. With absolute precision, these triangular cross-contacts meet each other at precise right angles. This unique CHERRY innovation and ornate gold-plating make the electrical contact enclosure self-cleaning and gives the keyswitch permanent protection against corrosion, guaranteeing the keyswitch for more than 100 million operations.

4 PRECISION COIL SPRING

The keyswitch’s coil spring pressure resistance is the CHERRY MX’s sparring partner for your fingers. The high-density molecular structure of the spring’s metal alloy is calculated individually on the keyswitch and consistently optimized for the keyswitch’s specific pressure force.

5 HOUSING BASE

Dual-functional, the housing base component is made of plastic polymer and glass fibre. The inner part forms the mounting for the CHERRY MX keyswitch’s switching mechanism. The outer part is both the base and mounting surface for CHERRY’s mechanical keyboards.
In the "MX RGB" version, the lower part of the housing is translucent and has a recess for the SMD LED on the circuit board.
More about the original

CHERRY MX RED

The linear switching characteristic combined with the low spring resistance triggers directly. The CHERRY MX RED is the first choice for beginners in the world of mechanical keyboards. The smooth-running CHERRY MX technology enables balanced writing and gaming sessions.

CHERRY MX RED

Key benefits

  • Engineered and Made in Germany
  • CHERRY MX2A RED switch: Linear easy actuation without pressure point with minimal resistance
  • Industry-leading CHERRY Gold Crosspoint technology
  • Factory-applied, premium-grade lubricant
  • Noise-reducing barrel spring design
  • Unique, spring-centering stem
  • Diamond polished stem and spring guidance
  • Glide-optimized stem guidance ribs
  • Short bounce time for high switching frequency (such as for fast typing)
  • Self-cleaning contacts
  • Switch resistant to dust and dirt
  • Over 100 million keystrokes with no loss of quality guaranteed
MX Experience Box
10 CHERRY MX SWITCHES IN ONE BOX

CHERRY MX Experience Box

CHERRY MX Switch How does it type? Switch characteristics Keystrokes
MX BLACK powerful and direct linear (no click) > 100 mil.
MX BLACK CLEAR TOP powerful, direct and retro linear (no click) > 50 mil.
MX BLUE powerful and noticeable tactile and acoustic (with click) > 50 mil.
MX BROWN targeted and noticeable tactile (no click) > 100 mil.
MX CLEAR focused, powerful and noticeable tactile (no click) > 50 mil.
MX ERGO CLEAR targeted, smooth and noticeable tactile (no click) > 50 mil.
MX GREEN loud, robust and noticeable tactile and acoustic (with click) > 50 mil.
MX GREY purposeful, robust and noticeable tactile (no click) > 50 mil.
MX PURPLE reactive and tactile tactile (no click) > 50 mil.
MX RED smooth-running and directly linear (no click) > 100 mil.
MX SILENT BLACK powerful and quiet linear (no click + quiet) > 50 mil.
MX SILENT RED smooth-running and quiet linear (no click + quiet) > 50 mil.
MX SPEED SILVER fast and direct linear (no click) > 100 mil.
MX LOW PROFILE RED quick-witted, smooth and direct linear (no click) > 100 mil.
MX LOW PROFILE SPEED quick-witted, fast and direct linear (no click) > 100 mil.
MX ULP CLICK ultra-low profile, clicky and noticeable tactile and acoustic (with click) > 50 mil.
MX ULP TACTILE ultra-low profile, focused and noticeable tactile (no click) > 50 mil.
CHERRY MX are the best switches on the market

Properties

Properties of the installed mechanics

Plunger color red
Actuation characteristic linear
Actuation force 45 cN
Initial force 30 cN
Final force 100 cN
Pre-Travel 2 mm
Total key travel 4 mm
Contact system MX Gold Crosspoint

Scope of delivery

Article number Color
MX2A-L1NA
EAN: 4025112104626
Red
MX2A-L1NB
EAN: 4025112106088
Red
MX2A-L1NN
EAN: 4025112104640
Red
MX2A-L1NW
EAN: 4025112106095
Red