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Cherry MX Green Clicky Heavy Switch

Cherry MX Series Introduced circa 1987

Cherry MX Green — heavy clicky for space bars and single-key applications.

Common Applications

The heaviest Cherry clicky at 70g. Originally designed for space bars on Cherry keyboards to match the feel of lighter switches on smaller keys. Popular for macro pads and single-key accessories where a deliberate, loud press is desired.

Specifications

Actuation Force
70cN (70g)
Color
Green stem
Mechanical Life
100,000,000 cycles
Travel Distance
2.2mm actuation, 4mm total

Installation Quick Reference

Panel cutout: 22mm. Insert from the front of the panel, secure with mounting nut from behind (tighten to 2-3 Nm).

Contact block: Snap or screw the contact block onto the rear of the button body. Ensure the contact block orientation matches the wiring diagram — NO terminals are usually marked.

Wiring: Use 0.5-2.5mm² stranded wire with ferrules. Tighten screw terminals to 0.8 Nm. Test the button function before energizing the circuit.

Dimensions

Troubleshooting

Button doesn't respond when pressed

Check the contact block first — it's the most common failure point. Test continuity across the NO or NC terminals with a multimeter. If no click is felt, the return spring in the head may be broken.

Works intermittently

Contact block contacts are pitted or burned. Replace the contact block — don't try to file the contacts. Check if the rated cycle count has been exceeded.

Button feels mushy or doesn't click

The spring return mechanism in the button head is worn. Replace the head. The contact block can usually be reused if it tests OK.

Where to Buy

Price range

$47.87 — $59.33

across 2 distributors

Quick Specs

Actuation Force
70cN (70g)
Color
Green stem
Mechanical Life
100,000,000 cycles
Travel Distance
2.2mm actuation, 4mm total

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