Marquardt Series 6184
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| Manufacturer | Marquardt |
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| Introduced | 1987[1] |
| Discontinued | 2000[1] |
| Supersedes | Marquardt Series 6180 |
| Switch type | Linear |
| Sense method | Metal leaf |
| Actuation force | 65 cN |
| Keycap mount | Cherry MX mount |
| Patents | US4653179A (1985) |
Series 6184[1] is a low-profile keyboard switch series from Marquardt; series 6184 followed the fairly similar Series 6180. All known switches are linear.
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Description
Standard (non-LED) switches are all equipped with a diode, which is only visible if the switch top is removed[2]. Pictures of a disassembled switch can be seen here[2] as well.
The keyfeel of the Marquardt white (Linear) switch is similar to that of a Cherry MX Black, though it feels a bit stiffer.
US patent 4653179A covers the manufacture of the contact module used in several Marquardt types including Series 6184.
Variants
| Part | Description | |
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6184.0101 | Standard momentary |
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6184.1204 | Illuminated momentary, yellow LED |
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Illuminated momentary, green LED |
Keyboards
The keyswitches do not appear in their old product catalogues. For the most part, these switches have only been found in Marquardt keyboards.
Gallery
Top view of regular diode variant
Regular switches
LED version, green LED
Symmetrical (diode) and asymmetrical (LED) sliders; switches viewed from the rear
Disassembly, regular switch
Inside the casing[3]
Slider[3]
Switch pieces[3]
Spring, bottom casing and diode[3]
Contact mechanism[3]
Bottom casing and diode[3]
Two finger mechanism[3]
Bottom[3]
Top casing with contact mechanism and slider[3]
Specifications
- Marquardt 6184.0101 drawing — SPST (1987)
- Marquardt 6184.1204 drawing — SPST LED (1988)
