Kailh Box Summer Switch
Best clicky switch for enthusiasts building custom mechanical keyboards.
These switches deliver a crisp, rhythmic click that turns every keystroke into a tactile event. While the pronounced feedback might be too loud for shared offices, they offer the kind of satisfying, deliberate typing experience that makes custom builds feel truly premium.
$16.00
In stock
at
Nouvolo
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/
5
Category Rank
4377
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6544
#4377 in Keyboard Keys & Caps
Price vs Category Average
-63%
Below average
Type
5
/
Clicky ( pin)
Who it's for
- Users seeking long-term reliability and reduced keycap wobble
- Typists who prefer sharp, audible feedback with every keystroke
- Custom builders wanting a stable, plate-less mounting experience
Who should skip it
- Office workers needing a quiet environment for colleagues
- Typists who prefer a smoother, less jarring tactile sensation
- Collectors using fragile or thin-walled keycap sets
Performance breakdown
Tactile Feedback
Crisp, defined click provides a highly satisfying and rhythmic typing experience.
Build Stability
Five-pin mounting ensures a rock-solid connection to your custom PCB.
Material Durability
PC and POM construction offers excellent resistance to long-term wear.
Actuation Consistency
Reliable force curves deliver uniform performance across every single key.
Customization Potential
Standard MX-style stems accommodate a vast array of aftermarket keycaps.
Typing Ergonomics
Balanced travel distance reduces finger fatigue during extended typing sessions.
Key Specs
Type
Clicky (5 pin)
Material
Translucent PC / POM
Operation Force
50±15 gf
Pre-travel
1.8±0.4 mm
Return Force
≥15 gf
Tactile Force
55±15 gf
Total Travel
3.6±0.3 mm
Key Switch Type
Mechanical
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