Kailh Box Black

Linear Kailh

Kailh Box Black switch
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The Kailh Box Black is the 60g heavy linear of the dustproof Box line, giving MX Black-style weighting with the shorter 3.6mm Box travel.

Kailh Box Black specs

Type Linear
Actuation force 60g
Bottom-out force n/a
Pre-travel 1.8 mm
Total travel 3.6 mm
Stem POM
Top housing PC
Bottom housing nylon
Spring single-stage
Factory lube none
Pins 3-pin
Typical price $0.30 / switch
Sound profile firm, muted
Released 2017

Spec fields marked n/a are unpublished by the maker; we list only verifiable numbers rather than guesses.

Unverified: specs compiled from manufacturer listings

Switches similar to the Kailh Box Black

Cherry MX Black Linear The Cherry MX Black is the original 1984 MX linear, a firm 60g switch whose vintage "broken-in" examples are still hunted by enthusiasts for frankenswitch builds. Compare: Kailh Box Black vs Cherry MX Black
Kailh Box Red Linear The Kailh Box Red is a light linear whose IP56 dust- and moisture-resistant box stem design makes it a favorite for gaming setups that need durability. Compare: Kailh Box Black vs Kailh Box Red

Which keyboards can use it?

Any hot-swap board with standard MX sockets accepts the Kailh Box Black. Use KeebScout to shortlist hot-swap boards that fit your budget and size, or browse the keyboard database.

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