Sit down, relax, and see how a magnetic keyboard switch is made with Wooting’s CEO
Wooting has released a behind-the-scenes video documenting the manufacturing process of its Hall effect keyboard switches. The video, narrated by Wooting CEO Calder Limmen, follows the Lekker Tikken switch through each production stage, providing keyboard enthusiasts with detailed insight into how the switches are crafted and designed.
The manufacturing process begins with plastic injection molding, a fundamental technique used to create the switch’s top case, bottom case, and stem components. During this initial stage, plastic pellets are fed into a specialized machine that injects the melted material into precision molds. These molds are shaped to form the exact dimensions and features needed for each switch component.
Styled after the popular television series ‘How It’s Made,’ the video offers a relaxing, educational experience for keyboard aficionados interested in mechanical and magnetic switch technology. The production features sound effects throughout to enhance the viewing experience and showcase the tactile and mechanical nature of keyboard switch manufacturing. This behind-the-scenes transparency about production processes appeals to consumers interested in understanding the engineering, precision, and craftsmanship required to create premium keyboard products. The documentary-style approach makes the technical manufacturing process accessible and entertaining to a niche but passionate community of keyboard enthusiasts.