Kailh BOX White V2
V2 revision of BOX White with a reworked stem and leaf for a more consistent click and improved keycap-stem fit. Operating weight is unchanged from V1.
Actuation force
45 gf
Bottom-out force
55 gf
Pre-travel
1.8 mm
Total travel
3.6 mm
| Type | Clicky |
| Brand | Kailh |
| Mount | 3-pin |
| Factory lubed | No |
| Stem | BOX V2 click-bar stem (POM) |
| Top housing | Polycarbonate |
| Bottom housing | Nylon |
| Spring | Standard coil |
| Sound | Crisp, high-pitched click, slightly cleaner and more consistent than the original BOX White. |
| Price tier | $$ |
Some specs for this switch are community estimates rather than official numbers and can vary by batch. Treat force/travel as approximate.
Building with the Kailh BOX White V2?
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Kailh BOX White V2 FAQs
Is the Kailh BOX White V2 linear, tactile or clicky?
The Kailh BOX White V2 is a clicky switch. Light clicky with a refined click-bar snap and reduced stem wobble versus V1.
How heavy is the Kailh BOX White V2?
It actuates at about 45 grams-force and bottoms out around 55 gf.
Is the Kailh BOX White V2 good for gaming or typing?
Those who want the classic BOX White click with the updated, smoother V2 mechanism.