The Gateron Oil King Yellow Heavy Tactile is the heaviest tactile switch to join the acclaimed Oil King lineup. Built on the same housing and stem materials that made the original Oil King linear a fan favorite, this variant delivers a pronounced, deliberate tactile bump followed by a firm, satisfying bottom-out — all wrapped in the series' signature deep, full-bodied "thocky" acoustic profile.
A long 20mm black-plated dual-stage spring drives a heavier-than-average actuation force, giving each keystroke real weight and intentionality. That extra resistance helps cut down on accidental presses, making it a strong pick for typists who want unmistakable feedback with every key.
Key Features
Pronounced Tactile Bump: A firm, clearly defined bump gives immediate, confident feedback on every keystroke.
Heavy Actuation Force: At roughly 60gf, this switch demands deliberate presses — reducing accidental actuations while rewarding intentional typing.
Signature Oil King Acoustics: The nylon PA66 top housing paired with Gateron's proprietary Ink bottom housing produces a deep, rich, thocky sound distinct from lighter tactile switches.
Smooth POM Stem: Reduces internal friction for a cleaner keystroke feel despite the heavier spring.
Factory Pre-Lubed: Applied at the factory to minimize scratchiness and spring ping right out of the bag, cutting down on break-in time.
Long-Life 5-Pin Design: Reinforced 5-pin mounting for stable seating on both PCB-mount and hot-swap boards, rated for up to 80 million keystrokes.
Technical Specifications
Brand: Gateron
Series: Oil King
Switch Type: Tactile (Heavy Tactile)
Actuation Force: 60 ± 15 gf
Pre-Travel: approx. 2.0mm
Total Travel: 3.4mm
Lifespan: 80 million keystrokes
Stem Material: POM
Top Housing Material: Nylon PA66
Bottom Housing Material: Proprietary Ink blend
Spring: 20mm dual-stage, black-plated
Mounting: 5-pin (PCB-mount, hot-swap compatible)
LED Support: Plug-in
Factory Lubed: Yes
Note: Due to the design of the Oil King housing, backlighting is less visible through the switch than on standard translucent-housing switches.
