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TACTILE · 45g
tactile medium-thocky Wuque

Wuque Studio Heavy 45g

The Wuque Studio Heavy 45g is a factory-lubed nylon tactile with a short 3.2mm travel and a snappy partial-box stem — deep sound, quick reset.

45g
Actuation
2mm pre-travel
3.2mm
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

Full review

Quick Summary

The Heavy 45g is a short-travel tactile with an all-nylon housing and a POM partial-box stem. It pairs a clear, rounded bump with a compact 3.2mm stroke, so presses feel quick and the reset comes back fast. The nylon gives it a deeper, more muted character than a polycarbonate tactile, making it a solid pick for typists who want feedback without a clacky, hollow sound.

Specs and Feel

Actuation and bottom-out are both rated 45g, with 2.0mm of pre-travel and 3.2mm total travel on a 22mm single-stage spring. That short bottom-out is the defining trait — the keypress ends sooner than a standard 4mm switch, which makes the tactile event feel punchier and the typing rhythm faster. The partial-box stem reduces wobble and keeps the bump consistent, while the nylon top and bottom housing absorb high frequencies for that medium-thocky, slightly damped tone. Factory lube keeps the leaf and rails smooth, so scratch is minimal for a stock tactile.

Tuning

These are good stock. The factory lube is applied sensibly, so most builders can drop them in without touching them. If you want to refine further, a thin film cuts any top-housing rattle and a careful stem-lube pass (keeping grease off the leaf contact) smooths the upstroke. Avoid over-lubing the tactile leg — it will round off the bump you bought these for.

Verdict

Buy the Heavy 45g if you want a short, snappy tactile with a deeper nylon voice and an easy stock experience. It is a more compact, faster-feeling alternative to a full-travel tactile like the Zeal Purple Zealios, trading bump size and travel for speed and a quieter sound. If you prefer an even lighter actuation, the Wuque Studio Light 35g is the sibling to reach for.

Frequently asked

How heavy does the Heavy 45g actually feel?

Despite the name it is a fairly approachable tactile — 45g at both actuation and bottom-out. The "heavy" refers to the bump character more than a punishing spring.

Do I need to lube these?

No. They ship factory-lubed and feel good stock. A light film or stem-lube pass can clean up minor housing rattle, but it is optional.

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