Gateron Lunar Probe

Name: Gateron Lunar Probe switch
Brand: Gateron

Linear Gateron

Gateron Lunar Probe is a modern factory-lubed linear from Gateron's newer specialty lineup, aimed at smooth stock feel without hand-lubing.

Gateron Lunar Probe specs

Type	Linear
Actuation force	45g
Bottom-out force	n/a
Pre-travel	n/a
Total travel	3.6 mm
Stem	POM
Top housing	PC
Bottom housing	nylon
Spring	n/a
Factory lube	factory lubed
Pins	5-pin
Typical price	$0.60 / switch
Sound profile	smooth modern linear
Released	2023

Spec fields marked n/a are unpublished by the maker; we list only verifiable numbers rather than guesses.

Unverified: specs compiled from manufacturer listings

Switches similar to the Gateron Lunar Probe

Gateron Oil King Linear The Gateron Oil King is a heavily factory-lubed 55g linear that combines a nylon top with Gateron's INK bottom housing for a deep, oily thock straight out of the box. Compare: Gateron Lunar Probe vs Gateron Oil King

Gateron Melodic Clicky The Gateron Melodic is a modern 60g clicky switch that uses a tiny early-actuating click leaf and lubed third-rail stem design to produce an unusually clean, chiming click. Compare: Gateron Lunar Probe vs Gateron Melodic

Gateron Smoothie Linear The Gateron Smoothie is a full-POM 40g linear with a 22mm dual-stage spring that delivers a soft, muted keystroke at a very friendly price. Compare: Gateron Lunar Probe vs Gateron Smoothie

Which keyboards can use it?

Any hot-swap board with standard MX sockets accepts the Gateron Lunar Probe (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.