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Kailh BOX White V2 5-Pin Clicky Switch

Kailh Clicky 5-pin
At a glance

Key specifications

The most important verified numbers for this product, shown before the deeper sections.

45±15 gfOperating force
3.6±0.3 mmTotal travel
ClickySwitch type
5-pinMount
NoFactory lubed
POMStem material
LoudSound profile
Character

Sound & feel

How this product sounds and feels to type on, described in plain terms.

Sound profile

BOX White V2 is the expressive member of the BOX V2 trio. The audible click and 55±15 gf tactile event give each press a clear confirmation point, while the 45±15 gf operating force keeps the switch from feeling excessively heavy.

Kailh BOX White V2 5-Pin Clicky Switch — sound profile
Kailh BOX White V2 5-Pin Clicky Switch — typing feel

Typing feel

That matters if smooth linears feel too anonymous. White V2 turns sound and feedback into part of the experience, making long writing sessions feel more rhythmic and deliberate.

Fit & build

Compatibility & build notes

What to check before ordering, and how the build is put together.

Clicky 5-pin PCB Mount POM Stem

Compatibility

BOX V2 uses a 5-pin MX-style mount and supports SMD LEDs. It can be used in hot-swap keyboards when the PCB/socket supports standard MX-style mechanical switches and accepts the two extra plastic positioning pins. A 70-switch pack covers many 65% layouts, 90 switches gives room for many 75%/TKL builds, and 110 switches is the safer choice for full-size or spare-switch coverage. Always count your board before ordering. 5-pin mount — confirm PCB and plate support for your board.

Build notes

5-pin mount: verify PCB support. SMD LED support is listed by Kailh. 10/70/90/110 packs keep selection simple.

Fit & trade-offs

Decide quickly whether this product fits your build

A strong fit if you want

Typing-focused builds
Users who want audible confirmation
Clicky-switch fans upgrading from basic blues

Consider alternatives if you prefer

A different switch type

If you need tactile feedback or a silent build, compare other families.

A specific force target

Pick a switch whose operating force matches your preference.

Another build use case

Match the product to how and where you actually type.

Sizing help

How many switches do you need?

Switch count depends on your keyboard's layout. The typical ranges below are a starting point — the exact number depends on the specific model and any extra keys.

60% 61 – 68 keys
Recommended 65% 66 – 75 keys
75% 81 – 88 keys
TKL 87 – 92 keys
Full-size 104 – 110 keys

This product is available in packs of 10 / 70 / 90 / 110 switches — pick a pack that covers your layout with a small margin for testing or replacements.

Exact switch count depends on keyboard model / layout (and any novelties or extra keys). Always confirm against your board's official key count before ordering.

Product deep dive

Understand the product before you choose it

Focused sections explain the details buyers care about, supported by the product's specification data.

Kailh BOX White V2 5-Pin Clicky Switch — A click that makes typing feel intentional
TYPING FEEL & SOUND

A click that makes typing feel intentional

BOX White V2 is the expressive member of the BOX V2 trio. The audible click and 55±15 gf tactile event give each press a clear confirmation point, while the 45±15 gf operating force keeps the switch from feeling excessively heavy.

That matters if smooth linears feel too anonymous. White V2 turns sound and feedback into part of the experience, making long writing sessions feel more rhythmic and deliberate.

  • Crisp clicky confirmation for typing.
  • Light enough to avoid a heavy-switch feel.
  • Loud sound is a real trade-off in shared spaces.
Choose White V2 when click feedback is a feature, not a nuisance.
CONSTRUCTION & SPECS

BOX V2 structure focuses on stability and durability

White V2 keeps the BOX V2 family’s five-pin mounting structure and durability-focused platform. Those are shared construction benefits; White’s own reason to choose is its audible clicky feedback.

The BOX wall and dust-resistant structure are practical reasons to pay for the platform: the value is not just stem color, but a more stable mechanical package with broad MX-style compatibility.

  • 5-pin mounting adds PCB stability.
  • POM stem with PC/Nylon housing construction.
  • Longer gold-plated spring supports rebound and corrosion resistance.
You are buying a complete BOX V2 platform, not just a colored stem.
Kailh BOX White V2 5-Pin Clicky Switch — BOX V2 structure focuses on stability and durability
Kailh BOX White V2 5-Pin Clicky Switch — Five-pin fit plus pack sizes for real keyboard builds
BUILD FIT & QUANTITY

Five-pin fit plus pack sizes for real keyboard builds

BOX V2 uses a 5-pin MX-style mount and supports SMD LEDs. It can be used in hot-swap keyboards when the PCB/socket supports standard MX-style mechanical switches and accepts the two extra plastic positioning pins.

A 70-switch pack covers many 65% layouts, 90 switches gives room for many 75%/TKL builds, and 110 switches is the safer choice for full-size or spare-switch coverage. Always count your board before ordering.

  • 5-pin mount: verify PCB support.
  • SMD LED support is listed by Kailh.
  • 10/70/90/110 packs keep selection simple.
Choose pack size by keyboard layout, but verify the exact switch count and PCB mount first.
COMPARE ALTERNATIVES

White, Brown or Red: choose the feedback you actually want

White is the loud, clicky choice in the BOX V2 trio. Brown keeps feedback but drops the click; Red removes the bump for a smoother linear press.

The three models share the same BOX V2 family foundation, so the purchase decision should be driven primarily by feedback, sound and operating feel rather than by assuming one color is universally better.

  • White V2: clicky, loud, typing-first.
  • Brown V2: stronger tactile control, medium sound.
  • Red V2: smooth linear travel, low sound.
Choose White V2 if sound and feedback are part of the fun of typing and you want a lighter clicky option rather than a heavy spring.
Kailh BOX White V2 5-Pin Clicky Switch — White, Brown or Red: choose the feedback you actually want
Decision support

Compare Kailh BOX White V2 5-Pin Clicky Switch with realistic alternatives

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HMXLinear
Type
Clicky
Tactile
Tactile
Linear
Operating Force
45±15
45±10
45 gf
45 gf
Bottom-out Force
50 gf
50 gf
Total Travel
3.6±0.3
3.6±0.3
3.7 ± 0.3 mm
3.5 mm
Sound Profile
Loud
Medium
Light tactile; clean/clacky-leaning tendency
Crisp, loud, clacky; bright-leaning tendency
Factory Lubed
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Mount
5-pin
5-pin
5-pin
5-pin
Stem Material
POM
POM
POM
POM
Best For
Structured product data

Detailed specifications

General

Brand
Kailh
Switch type
Clicky
Mount
5-pin
Factory lubed
No

Performance

Operating force
45±15
Pre-travel
1.8±0.4
Total travel
3.6±0.3
Sound profile
Loud
Typing feel
Crisp, light clicky feedback for typists who want every keystroke to feel clearly confirmed.

Construction

Stem material
POM
Top housing
PC
Bottom housing
Nylon

Compatibility

PCB mount
5-pin
In the box

What's in the box

Exactly what ships with this product. The switch count and color update with the options you select.

Kailh BOX White V2 5-Pin Clicky Switch — what’s in the box
Selected pack
70 switchs
  • Included switches70 switchs
  • Selected color
Product-specific FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Straight answers to the questions that most often decide a purchase.

Yes. Kailh lists this BOX V2 model as Clicky. It uses a 5-pin MX-style structure and shares the BOX V2 housing platform with the White, Brown and Red versions, while the operating feel and sound are specific to this model.
Kailh rates this model at 45±15 gf operating force, 1.8±0.4 mm pre-travel and 3.6±0.3 mm total travel. Those figures come from the official BOX V2 technical data and are the best reference for comparing the three BOX V2 options.
No. Kailh specifically notes that White V2 is the exception in the BOX V2 family and is not factory pre-lubed. Do not apply the Red/Brown lubrication note to White.
It can work in hot-swap keyboards that support standard MX-style mechanical switches and accept a 5-pin mount. Some PCBs support only 3-pin switches, so check the socket and the two plastic positioning-pin holes before ordering.
Use 10 switches for testing or small projects. Around 70 switches covers many 65% boards, 90 switches is useful for many 75% or TKL builds, and 110 switches gives more coverage for full-size layouts or spares. Count your exact keyboard first.
White is the loud, clicky choice in the BOX V2 trio. Brown keeps feedback but drops the click; Red removes the bump for a smoother linear press. Because the housing platform is shared, choose mainly by feedback and sound rather than assuming the colors are cosmetic variations.
Skip White V2 if you work in a noise-sensitive room or specifically want a factory-lubed, quiet, bump-free keypress. The best switch is the one that matches your tolerance for sound, resistance and feedback, not simply the model with the strongest specification.

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