A mouse consists of many components that need to work together to give you, the end-user, the best experience you would expect from a mouse. Micro switches are no exception when it comes to this.
A mouse will contain a few of these micro switches, and when one of these are faulty, you will have a bad experience. A very common problem with some micro switches is that they “double-click”. In simple terms, the mouse tells the host that the user has double-clicked, when in fact, only a single click was produced. This will create a problem in all types of scenarios, from gaming or working. Kailh GM8.0 micro switches are some of the best that you will find in the market today and are used by millions of people all over the world. Not only that, they come factory fitted on a few mouse models..
Micro switches consist of 3 pins that are soldered onto a PCB, making them extremely easy and simple to replace. However, you will need to remove the mouse feet to get to them.
Type: Kailh GM8.0 Micro Switches
Brand: Kailh
Package: 2 x Switches
Current: 0.1A (maximum)
Voltage: 30V DC (maximum)
Rating: 30V DC/0.1A
Contact resistance: 100mΩ
Insulation resistance: 100mΩ
Withstand voltage: 500V AC (50 to 60Hz)
Operating force: 65±10gf
Releasing force: 25gf (Min)
Operating position: 6.90±0.2(mm)
Mechanical lifespan: 80,000,000 cycles (minimum)
Kobus (verified owner) –
Bought 2 Packs of Micro Switches as replacements. Have not done a replacement yet, But I am very happy with my purchase, Also got an extra surprise in my packet.
Delivery was Super Quick, there nothing quite like a quick delivery.
Thanks Cookie Atom.
Apoc79 (verified owner) –
Ordered as replacement switches for my Corsair M65, installed and testing perfectly. Little heavier press than the original Omron switches but it feels more responsive, accepting rapid firing like a champ! Great switches so far. Delivery was super quick but the surprise snack was the best 😉
You saved a live today, that of my favorite mouse. Thank you!