T
LINEAR · 45g
linear medium-thocky TTC

TTC Flame Red

My take on the TTC Flame Red 45g: a light, factory-lubed linear with a built-in light condenser that makes RGB pop. Specs, sound, feel and tuning notes.

45g
Actuation
2mm pre-travel
4mm
Travel
total key travel
4.0/5
Smoothness
our feel rating
3/5
Noise level
medium-thocky

How it feels

Smoothness silky → scratchy 8.0

How it sounds

medium-thocky
Profile medium-thocky
Noise level 3/5
Spring ping None

Frequently asked

How heavy is the TTC Flame Red?

It actuates at 45g and bottoms out around 54g, so it sits in the light-medium range — easy on the fingers for long sessions without feeling flimsy.

Does it need lube out of the box?

It ships factory lubed and is perfectly usable stock. A light hand-lube on the rails and spring tightens it up if you want the last bit of polish.

Is the RGB really brighter?

The redesigned light condenser genuinely improves shine-through and color consistency, so on a north-facing or RGB board the Flame Red lights up more evenly than a standard linear.

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