Kailh BOX Brown
BOX Brown gives a slightly more pronounced and earlier bump than a Cherry Brown thanks to the shorter 1.8mm pre-travel. Stem is dust and water resistant.
Actuation force
45 gf
Bottom-out force
60 gf
Pre-travel
1.8 mm
Total travel
3.6 mm
| Type | Tactile |
| Brand | Kailh |
| Mount | 3-pin |
| Factory lubed | No |
| Stem | BOX stem (POM) |
| Top housing | Polycarbonate |
| Bottom housing | Nylon |
| Spring | Standard coil |
| Sound | Quiet, muted with a soft bump; less rattle than a Cherry Brown. |
| Price tier | $$ |
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Kailh BOX Brown FAQs
Is the Kailh BOX Brown linear, tactile or clicky?
The Kailh BOX Brown is a tactile switch. Light tactile with a rounded, early bump around 1.8mm and a clean bottom-out.
How heavy is the Kailh BOX Brown?
It actuates at about 45 grams-force and bottoms out around 60 gf.
Is the Kailh BOX Brown good for gaming or typing?
People who want a gentle tactile daily driver with the BOX dustproof stem.