Cherry MX2A Brown
Tactile Cherry
The Cherry MX2A Brown updates the classic 55g office tactile with MX2A-generation lubrication and spring geometry for a smoother, quieter bump.
Cherry MX2A Brown specs
| Type | Tactile |
|---|---|
| Actuation force | 55g |
| Bottom-out force | n/a |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 4 mm |
| Stem | POM |
| Top housing | nylon |
| Bottom housing | nylon |
| Spring | single-stage |
| Factory lube | light |
| Pins | 5-pin |
| Typical price | $0.35 / switch |
| Sound profile | soft, rounded |
| Released | 2023 |
Spec fields marked n/a are unpublished by the maker; we list only verifiable numbers rather than guesses.
Switches similar to the Cherry MX2A Brown
Cherry MX Brown Tactile The Cherry MX Brown is the classic light 55g tactile that defined the "quiet office switch" category, with a subtle bump that enthusiasts either rely on or mod away. Gateron G Pro Brown Tactile The Gateron G Pro Brown is a gentle 55g pre-lubed tactile that gives prebuilt keyboards a soft, unobtrusive bump suitable for offices.
Which keyboards can use it?
Any hot-swap board with standard MX sockets accepts the Cherry MX2A Brown (5-pin: check that your plate or PCB supports 5-pin, or clip the legs). Use KeebScout to shortlist hot-swap boards that fit your budget and size, or browse the keyboard database.