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Cherry MX Lock

Cherry MX Lock
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Manufacturer Cherry
Family Cherry MX series
Part Number MX1A-3xxx
Switch Type Alternate Action
Travel 4.2mm
Sense method Metal contact
Mount Plate or PCB mount
Rated lifetime 500K Cycles
Quoted operating force 60cN

Cherry MX Lock is an alternate action switch in the Cherry MX Series.

Characteristics

The switch shares the same mount, sense method, and appearance as the Cherry MX family, but is completely different otherwise.

The locking mechanism is achieved through a small gear-like structure fit onto the stem that latches onto the top housing. Due to the locking mechanism, the LED cutout is also offset.

Additional Information

The switch was first introduced in 1984 and was discontinued on September 30th, 2015.

Three variants are known to exist: