Kailh Low-Profile Pink Switch 5 Pin Thiner Key Switches DIY Replaceable Switches for Mechanical Gaming Keyboard (110pcs)

Product DescriptionAll low-shaft mechanical keyboards hand feel is completely different from regular and notebook keyboards.User experience is improve. The key travel of the short shaft is shorter than that of the regular shaft body, but the trigger key travel is not shorter than that of the regular shaft body.There is no keystroke combo and keypress delay, and the switching between multiple devices is also very stable.

• 1. Low profile structure,which mean touch more fast,good for thin keyboard design.
  2. Strong return force to avoid “key stuck”,more responsive.
  3. Super long life with 50 million cycles.
  4. Kailh switch with well packing, Provides an unparalleled smooth typing experience and a better sense of percussion.
  5. Provide a firmer fit for the keycaps, so that you can choose from a variety of available keycaps, which is better compatible with mechanical keyboards
• 1. Switch Type and Feel
  Type: Linear Switch
   
  Linear switches are characterized by a smooth actuation process without any tactile bump or audible click. The press is straight down and consistent, making them ideal for scenarios requiring rapid, continuous input such as typing and gaming.
   
  Feel:
   
  Due to its low-profile design, the key travel (total travel approximately 2.5mm–3.0mm) is shorter than that of standard switches (≈4.0mm), resulting in faster actuation and a crisper bottom-out feeling.
   
  Combined with its silent design, the typing feel is soft, quiet, and smooth. The bottom-out feedback is relatively gentle, unlike the harsh impact of some standard switches.
• 2. Technical Specifications
   
  The standard specifications of the Kailh Choc Pink switch are as follows (may vary slightly between batches or custom versions):
   
  Operating Force: ≈ 50 gf
   
  Pre-travel: ≈ 1.2 mm
   
  Total Travel: ≈ 2.5 mm – 3.0 mm
   
  Lifespan: Up to 50 million clicks
   
  Feature: Silent design. The addition of silicone or other damping materials to the stem and bottom housing significantly reduces the noise from bottoming out and rebound.
• 3. Appearance and Structure
   
  Color: The switch top housing is semi-transparent pink, allowing for LED backlighting.
   
  Structure: Uses the Kailh Choc V1 (Low Profile) standard structure. The pins and dimensions are not compatible with standard MX-style switches.
   
  Pins: Unique "chocolate bar"-style metal pins, unlike the two metal pins of MX switches.
   
  Mounting: The size and mounting method are also different from MX switches. Therefore, it must be used with a PCB and keycaps specifically designed for Kailh low-profile switches.
   
  Keycaps: Requires dedicated low-profile keycaps. These keycaps have a smaller and more square-shaped cross-shaped stem opening compared to MX keycaps, and their profile is lower, typically resembling MDA or DSA flat spherical profiles.
   
• 4. Suitable Scenarios and Users
   
  Users pursuing extreme portability and slimness: Often used in small-form-factor custom keyboard kits (e.g., 60%, 65%) for easy carrying.
   
  Those who need a quiet environment for work/study: Suitable for libraries, offices, dormitories, and other settings where noise must be minimized.
   
  Gamers (especially those who value fast actuation): Short key travel enables quicker operational response.
   
  Laptop users seeking an external mechanical feel: The low-profile keyboard height matches well with laptop built-in keyboards, while providing a far superior typing experience compared to membrane keyboards.