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What is the difference between a mechanical switch and a standard “rubber dome” switch?

April 26, 2017difference mechanical standard Switch

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What is the difference between a mechanical switch and a standard “rubber dome” switch?

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A rubber dome switch which is used on most regular keyboards today needs to be bottomed out to make contact. Some rubber domes allow a little travel beyond this point but it requires considerably more force. A mechanical switch like the Cherry MX actuates after about 50% of the travel so it’s not necessary to bottom out.