BSUN ANIYA Linear Switches R2
$0.45
🌸 BSUN ANIYA R2 · Smooth Thock Linear
BSUN ANIYA R2
Full POM Housing · LY Stem · 42g · 3.2mm Short Travel
Remarkably smooth actuation | Deep, satisfying bottom‑out thock | Factory precision lubed
🌸 Smooth + Thocky
⚡ 42g Operating Force
📏 2.0mm Pre‑travel · 3.2mm Total
🧈 Full POM Housing + LY Stem
🔧 20mm Extended Spring
🔒 5‑Pin PCB Mount
42g
Operating Force
50g
Bottom-out Force
3.2mm
Total Travel
5‑Pin
Rock‑Solid Mount
Tired of linears that sacrifice smoothness for thock?
Harsh, Hollow Acoustics
Many linears produce thin, unsatisfying bottom‑outs or metallic pings that ruin the typing experience.
Scratchy, Inconsistent Feel
Poor material choices lead to friction and wobble, forcing you to spend hours hand‑lubing.
Long, Fatiguing Travel
Standard 4.0mm travel can feel sluggish; a shorter, punchier stroke keeps you in the zone.
🌸 ANIYA R2 – The Smooth Thock Virtuoso — Full POM housing delivers a deep, satisfying thock; LY stem provides ultra‑low friction for buttery‑smooth actuation; 3.2mm short travel keeps responses quick and precise.
Why ANIYA R2 Is the Enthusiast's Choice
🎵 Deep, Resonant Thock
Full POM Housing – The Thock You've Been Searching For
Feature Both top and bottom housings are crafted from premium POM (polyoxymethylene). This material is renowned for its self‑lubricating properties and its ability to produce a deep, full, and satisfying bottom‑out sound.
Advantage Unlike switches that sound hollow or metallic, the ANIYA R2 delivers a warm, controlled thock that’s both immersive and non‑intrusive. The full POM construction also ensures consistent acoustics across every switch.
Benefit Enjoy a premium auditory experience that rivals high‑end custom switches. The rich, deep sound turns every keystroke into a pleasure.
Evidence BSUN/YOK’s engineering paired with PH Studio’s design has created a switch praised by reviewers for its “addictive thock” and “remarkably consistent sound profile.”
🧈 LY Stem (Ultra‑Low Friction)
✨ 205 + 105 Mixed Lube
⚙️ Dry Film Lube on Spring
🔧 20mm Extended Spring
🧈 Buttery‑Smooth, Factory‑Optimized
LY Stem + Precision Lubrication – Frictionless Glide
Feature LY stem material offers a lower friction coefficient than standard POM, delivering an exceptionally smooth keystroke. Factory lubrication uses a 205/105 mix on sliders and dry film lube on springs.
Advantage The combination of LY and full POM housing creates a near‑frictionless glide. The precision lubrication eliminates scratch and spring ping right out of the box, saving you hours of hand‑lubing.
Benefit Enjoy a consistently smooth, luxurious feel from the very first press. The switch only gets smoother with use, maintaining its performance over millions of keystrokes.
Evidence BSUN’s proprietary LY material has become a favorite in the enthusiast community for its exceptional smoothness. Users report “zero scratch, just pure, effortless glide.”
⚡ 42g → 50g Force Curve · 3.2mm Short Travel
Snappier, more responsive feel⚡ Quick, Punchy, Responsive
42g Actuation + 3.2mm Total Travel – The Speed & Control Balance
Feature 42g operating force with a 20mm single‑stage extended spring, bottoming out at 50g. Pre‑travel of 2.0mm, total travel of 3.2mm – shorter than standard 4.0mm linears.
Advantage The shortened travel distance creates a punchier, more responsive feel. The 20mm spring provides consistent return, making rapid inputs feel crisp and controlled. Perfect for gamers and speed typists.
Benefit React faster without sacrificing precision. The 3.2mm total travel gives you a satisfying bottom‑out sooner, keeping your rhythm tight during intense sessions.
Evidence PH Studio’s tuning of the spring and travel distance has been optimized for a “snappy, controlled” feel, praised by early adopters as “the perfect balance for both gaming and typing.”
Key Specs at a Glance
Type
Linear (Thocky)
Linear (Thocky)
Operating Force
42 g
42 g
Bottom-out Force
50 g
50 g
Pre‑Travel
2.0 mm
2.0 mm
Total Travel
3.2 mm
3.2 mm
Spring
20mm Extended
20mm Extended
Stem Material
LY
LY
Housing
Full POM
Full POM
📋 Full Specifications
| Switch Type | Linear |
|---|---|
| Designer | PH Studio |
| Manufacturer | BSUN / YOK |
| Stem Material | LY |
| Top and Bottom Housings | POM |
| Operating Force | 42 g |
| Bottom-out Force | 50 g |
| Spring | 20 mm single-stage extended spring |
| Pre-travel | 2.0 mm |
| Total Travel | 3.2 mm |
| Factory Lubed | 205 and 105 mix on sliders. Dry film lube on the sliders of the stem and on the spring. |
| Pin Count | 5-pin (PCB mount) – can be clipped to 3-pin |
| SMD LED Compatibility | Fully compatible |
| Sound Profile | Deep, full thock with minimal spring ping |
| Compatibility | Works with any PCB compatible with Cherry‑style switches. This 5‑pin (PCB mount) switch can be clipped to 3‑pin if needed. |
💬 What the Community Says
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"The ANIYA R2 is exactly what I wanted – smooth, thocky, and perfectly weighted. The full POM housing gives it that deep sound, and the LY stem glides like butter. No scratch, no ping."
— @ThockEnthusiast
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"The 3.2mm travel is a game‑changer. It feels so responsive compared to 4.0mm switches. Factory lube is spot on – I didn’t have to do a thing. Highly recommend."
— @SpeedTypist
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"Finally a switch that sounds as good as it feels. The deep thock is addictive, and the 42g actuation is perfect for long gaming sessions. A new favorite for my daily driver."
— @KeebAddict
🛡️ Our Promise
Free worldwide shipping on orders over $80, 30‑day hassle‑free returns, and a 1‑year warranty. If the switches are incompatible with your keyboard, we'll cover return shipping.
Fast Global Shipping
Orders ship within 24 hours, fully trackable
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30‑Day Easy Returns
Return for any reason; we’ll cover return shipping if compatibility is an issue
1‑year warranty covers manufacturing defects
Fast Processing
Orders are quality‑checked and shipped within 24 hours
Refunds processed within 4 weeks
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the ANIYA R2 different from the original ANIYA?▼
The R2 features refined factory lubrication (205/105 mix on sliders, dry film on springs), improved consistency across the batch, and a slightly refined spring for a smoother force curve. The core materials (full POM housing, LY stem) remain the same, delivering the same beloved thocky sound and smooth feel.
How does the LY stem compare to POM?▼
LY (Liquid Crystal Polymer blend) offers an even lower coefficient of friction than standard POM, resulting in an ultra‑smooth, nearly frictionless glide. It’s a proprietary BSUN material that has become highly sought after in the enthusiast community for its exceptional smoothness.
Is 42g too light for gaming?▼
42g is a popular weight for both gaming and typing – light enough for rapid inputs and fatigue‑free sessions, yet with a 50g bottom‑out that prevents accidental presses. The 3.2mm total travel also makes it feel snappier and more responsive.
Do I need to lube these switches?▼
No. The ANIYA R2 comes factory‑lubed with a 205/105 mix on sliders and dry film lube on the springs. The LY stem also provides inherent smoothness. Lubing is optional if you want to further customize the sound, but it’s not necessary.
Will the 5‑pin design fit my 3‑pin hot‑swap board?▼
Yes. The two plastic positioning pins can be clipped off with flush cutters to convert to a 3‑pin switch, making it compatible with most 3‑pin hot‑swap PCBs. Note that these switches are designed for socket‑based hot‑swap keyboards (like Kailh/Gateron sockets).
What is the expected lifespan?▼
The ANIYA R2 is rated for 80 million keystrokes. The durable POM housing, LY stem, and quality spring ensure consistent performance for years.