HMX

HMX Aster

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Linear

Type

43 / 48 g

Bottom-out

3.6mm

Total Travel

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Overview

The HMX Aster is a linear mechanical keyboard switch from HMX, built on the earlier Cheese V1 and revised to the brand's more current manufacturing standard. It reuses that switch's stem mold, pairs nylon top and bottom housings with an LY stem, and ships factory lubed.

Sources describe a smooth keystroke and a bright, clacky sound, and position it as an accessible option needing little tuning out of the box.

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Specs

Type: Linear
Silent: No
Magnetic (HE): No
Profile: Normal
Actuation Force: 42 g
Bottom-out Force: 43 / 48 g
Initial Force: N/A
Pre-travel: 2.0 mm
Total Travel: 3.6 mm
Top Housing: PA12
Bottom Housing: PA-2
Stem: LY
Stem Length: N/A
Spring Length: 22.0 mm
Spring Stage: N/A
Factory Lubed: Yes
Pins: N/A
Box Structure: No
Diffuser: Yes
Reference price (each): $0.34Market price · as of 2026-08-16
Brand: HMX
Manufacturer: HMX