Kailh Box switches feature a unique box design to the stem. The design keeps the stem protected to provide an IP56 rating for dust and moisture. The box design of the stem also reduces any keycap wobble. I find the Kailh Box Red to be more scratchy than Cherry MX or Gateron Red. I recommend you look elsewhere for linear switches.
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Summary
I find the Kailh Box Red to be more scratchy than Cherry MX or Gateron Red. Kailh make great tactile and clicky switches. I recommend you look elsewhere for linear switches.
Criteria
- Box design results in little stem wobble.
- IP56 rating for dust and moisture.
- Slightly scratchy compared to Cherry MX or Gateron Red switches.
Specifications
Key Switch Features | |
Switch Type | Linear |
Plate Mount Available - 3 Pin | Yes |
PCB Mount Available - 5 Pin | No |
Backlight Compatible | Yes |
Physical Specifications | |
Activation Force | 45g |
Bottom-out Force | 60g |
Activation | 1.8mm |
Travel | 3.6mm |