MMD Princess V3
Linear MMD
The MMD Princess V3 is an ultra-budget linear with a self-lubricating POM/PTFE stem that punches far above its roughly fifteen-cent price; multiple spring weights are sold.
MMD Princess V3 specs
| Type | Linear |
|---|---|
| Actuation force | 53g |
| Bottom-out force | n/a |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 3.6 mm |
| Stem | POM/PTFE blend |
| Top housing | PC |
| Bottom housing | PA66 |
| Spring | n/a |
| Factory lube | light |
| Pins | 5-pin |
| Typical price | $0.16 / switch |
| Sound profile | thocky, deep |
| Released | 2024 |
Spec fields marked n/a are unpublished by the maker; we list only verifiable numbers rather than guesses.
Switches similar to the MMD Princess V3
HMX Poro Linear The HMX Poro is a rounded, creamy 50g-bottom linear with a slightly shorter 3.7mm travel; a lighter 42g-bottom version is also sold. Akko V3 Cream Yellow Pro Linear The Akko V3 Cream Yellow Pro is a budget 50g linear with a dustproof POM stem and a poppy, clacky sound that makes it one of the best sub-$0.25 stock switches.
Which keyboards can use it?
Any hot-swap board with standard MX sockets accepts the MMD Princess V3 (5-pin: check that your plate or PCB supports 5-pin, or clip the legs). Use KeebScout to shortlist hot-swap boards that fit your budget and size, or browse the keyboard database.