MMD Princess V3

Linear MMD

MMD Princess V3 switch
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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Spec fields marked n/a are unpublished by the maker; we list only verifiable numbers rather than guesses.

Unverified: specs compiled from manufacturer listings

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. Compare: MMD Princess V3 vs HMX Poro
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. Compare: MMD Princess V3 vs Akko V3 Cream Yellow Pro

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.

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