Deskeys V2 Switch Films
Switch films are thin shims that sit between a switch's top and bottom housings, tightening up loose-fitting housings to reduce stem wobble and sharpen the sound. Deskeys V2 films are the gasket-style favorite: 0.3mm thick and precisely cut, sold here as a pack of 120 films plus 16 stabilizer pads — enough for a full board with spares left over.
Key specifications
- 0.3mm thick gasket-style films
- 120 switch films per pack
- 16 stabilizer pads included
- Fits MX-style mechanical switches
What's in the box
- 120 × Deskeys V2 switch films
- 16 × stabilizer pads
Compatibility
Works with any MX-style switch that can be opened. The film sits between the top and bottom housings; the stabilizer pads go under screw-in stabilizers to cushion them against the PCB.
Who is this for
Builders chasing a tighter, more consistent sound and feel across every switch — the difference is most noticeable on budget switches with looser housing tolerances.
Frequently asked questions
Do films actually change the sound?
They cut housing rattle and can deepen the bottom-out slightly, but the bigger win is reduced wobble and a more uniform feel from switch to switch.
Are they hard to install?
Open the switch with a switch opener, lay the film on the bottom housing, and close the top. It adds a few seconds per switch.
Will they fit my switches?
They are cut for standard MX-style housings. On very tight housings they can be skipped — films help most where housings are loose.
What are the stabilizer pads for?
Thin pads placed under screw-in stabilizers to cushion them against the PCB and reduce hollow noise under the spacebar and large keys.