{"product_id":"kailh-smd-mechanical-keyboard-switches-brown-red-black-3-pin","title":"Kailh SMD Mechanical Keyboard Switches – Brown, Red \u0026 Black","description":"\n\u003ch2\u003eKailh Traditional SMD Mechanical Keyboard Switches\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElevate your typing and gaming experience with \u003cstrong\u003eKailh SMD Mechanical Keyboard Switches\u003c\/strong\u003e — precision-engineered by Dongguan Kaihua Electronics Co., Ltd (Kailh), a manufacturer with over 30 years of expertise in precision electronics. Available in three distinct variants — \u003cstrong\u003eBrown, Red, and Black\u003c\/strong\u003e — these 3-pin switches let you customize your keyboard's feel and actuation to match your exact preference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're building a custom mechanical keyboard from scratch or upgrading an existing one, these SMD-compatible switches offer consistent, reliable performance with every keystroke.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree Switch Variants:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose from Brown (tactile, no click), Red (linear, smooth), or Black (linear, heavier actuation) to match your typing or gaming style\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSMD LED Compatible:\u003c\/strong\u003e Surface-mount device (SMD) design supports RGB or single-color LED backlighting for a vivid, customizable keyboard aesthetic\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3-Pin Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard PCB-mount footprint compatible with a wide range of custom and pre-built keyboard PCBs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact \u0026amp; Precise Dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13.95mm × 15.6mm × 12.25mm — engineered to precise tolerances for consistent feel across every key\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Pedigree:\u003c\/strong\u003e Made by Kailh (Dongguan Kaihua Electronics Co., Ltd), specialists in R\u0026amp;D, manufacturing, and marketing of precision switches and electronic components since 1990\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDurable Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built for the repetitive demands of gaming and heavy typing sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSwitch Variants at a Glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVariant\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrown\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTactile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBump, no click\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTyping \u0026amp; gaming balance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLinear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmooth, light\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFast gaming keystrokes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLinear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmooth, heavier\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeliberate, precise typing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13.95mm × 15.6mm × 12.25mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePin Configuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3-pin (PCB mount)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLED Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e SMD LED\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor Options:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brown, Red, Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kailh (Dongguan Kaihua Electronics Co., Ltd)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor more information on keyboard hardware standards and safety guidelines for electronic components, visit the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: What is the difference between Kailh Brown, Red, and Black SMD switches?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Kailh Brown switches are tactile — you feel a subtle bump at the actuation point, making them great for both typing and gaming. 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