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02 / THE ESSENTIALS
Xuhua Doll Linear Switch at a Glance
Linear
Switch Type
3.8 mm
Total Travel
PA66
Top Housing
5-pin
Mount
Yes
Factory Lubed
FIT & COMPATIBILITY
Will it fit your keyboard?
Check the 5-pin PCB footprint first
Xuhua Doll is a conventional 5-pin mechanical switch. The footprint includes two plastic locating legs in addition to the electrical contacts, so a hot-swap socket alone does not guarantee that the PCB has the matching holes.
Confirm 5-pin MX-style support on your keyboard before ordering. This is not a Hall Effect or magnetic switch, so it is intended for compatible mechanical-switch PCBs.
5-pin mountConfirm that the PCB accepts the two locating legs.
Mechanical switchNot intended for Hall Effect or magnetic-only keyboards.
PRODUCT DETAILS
What does the Xuhua Doll feel like?
LINEAR / FORCE
Pick lighter 37 gf or firmer 45 gf
The keypress is linear, with no tactile bump or click mechanism. The 37 gf version reduces spring resistance for a lighter press, while the 45 gf version gives the same linear format with a firmer feel.
Both options are listed with 3.8 mm total travel and factory lubrication. The published specification does not provide pre-travel or bottom-out force, so this page does not invent those values.
CONSTRUCTION
PA66 housings, Y3 stem and factory lubrication
The Doll switch uses a Y3-designated smooth polymer stem, a PA66 top housing and a PA66 + GF bottom housing. Both listed force options share the same material stack and 3.8 mm total travel.
Y3 is the published material designation for the stem; its exact polymer chemistry is not specified here. Factory lubrication is included, but final sound still depends on the keyboard around the switch.
Switch TypeLinear
Operating Force37 gf / 45 gf
Total Travel3.8 mm
Stem MaterialY3 smooth polymer designation
Top HousingPA66
Bottom HousingPA66 + GF
Factory LubedYes
Mount5-pin
DECIDE QUICKLY
Is the Xuhua Doll right for your build?
A GOOD MATCH IF
You want a straightforward light-to-medium linear
Choose the Doll when you want a conventional mechanical linear switch with a clear force choice, factory lubrication and a 5-pin footprint.
- 37 gf for lower resistance
- 45 gf for a firmer press
- 3.8 mm total travel
CHECK BEFORE BUYING
It may not suit every board or preference
- Not for Hall Effect or magnetic-only keyboards
- No published pre-travel or bottom-out-force figure
- No dedicated sound test is used to promise a fixed tone
Choose your options
Operating Force: 37 gf / 45 gf · Pack Size: 35 PCS / 70 PCS / 105 PCS
CHOOSE IN TWO STEPS
Choose force first, then pack size
Start with 37 gf for a lighter press or 45 gf for a firmer one. Then match 35, 70 or 105 switches to the actual number of switch positions in your keyboard, leaving room for spares if you want them.
USE CASES
Where the Doll switch fits best
Compact mechanical builds
The 70-pack is the practical middle option for many compact builds; count your exact positions rather than relying on a layout label alone.
Larger layouts and spares
The 105-pack gives more coverage when your build has a higher switch count or when you want spare switches on hand.
How many switches should you order?
Choose your keyboard layout to get a practical starting quantity. Then confirm the exact key count for your board and decide how many spare switches you want for testing or replacement.
Recommended for 65%
Select an available configuration
Recommendations require verified pack sizes, prices and availability from the current variation data.
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Use verified force, travel, mount and lubrication fields to see how this switch differs from nearby alternatives.
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| Type Linear | Type Linear | Type Linear | Type Linear |
| Operating force — | Operating force 37 gf | Operating force 42 gf | Operating force 32 / 40 / 48 / 53 |
| Bottom-out force — | Bottom-out force 42 gf | Bottom-out force — | Bottom-out force 37 / 45 / 53 / 63 |
| Pre-travel — | Pre-travel 2 mm | Pre-travel — | Pre-travel 2.0 |
| Total travel 3.8 mm | Total travel 3.6 mm | Total travel 3.7 mm | Total travel 3.6 |
| Mount 5-pin | Mount 5-pin | Mount 5-pin | Mount 5-pin |
| Factory lube Yes | Factory lube Yes | Factory lube Yes | Factory lube Yes |
DETAILS
Detailed specifications
Switch Type
Linear mechanical
Operating Force
37 gf / 45 gf
Total Travel
3.8 mm
Pre-travel
Not published
Bottom-out Force
Not published
Stem Material
Y3 smooth polymer designation
Top Housing
PA66
Bottom Housing
PA66 + GF
Factory Lubed
Yes
Mount
5-pin
Pack Options
35 / 70 / 105 switches
Sound Profile
Build-dependent; no fixed tone claimed
BUYING NOTES
Good to Know
WEIGHT CHOICE
37 gf or 45 gf?
The two Doll versions use the same linear format, 3.8 mm total travel, housing materials and factory lubrication. The decision is mainly spring resistance: 37 gf is the lighter option, while 45 gf gives a firmer press. Neither is a quality tier. Choose the force that matches how much resistance you want under your fingers, especially if you already know whether very light switches cause accidental presses for you.
PCB FIT
Five-pin still needs a matching PCB
A 5-pin mechanical switch uses two plastic locating legs in addition to its electrical contacts and center post. Many custom PCBs support this footprint, but a hot-swap socket by itself does not prove that the two extra holes are present. Check your PCB before ordering. Xuhua Doll is a conventional mechanical switch, so it is not a replacement for Hall Effect or magnetic switches used by sensor-based keyboards.
PACK PLANNING
Count switches before choosing a pack
The available packs contain 35, 70 or 105 switches. Keyboard layout names do not always tell you the exact switch count, especially when a board includes extra macro keys, split keys or unusual arrangements. Count the switch positions on your exact keyboard, then choose the smallest pack that covers the build plus any spares you want. The 70-pack is the middle option; 105 gives more room for larger layouts.
FAQ
Questions about the Xuhua Doll Linear Switch
Is the Xuhua Doll switch linear or tactile?
It is a linear mechanical switch. The keypress does not include a tactile bump or click mechanism.
What is the difference between the 37 gf and 45 gf versions?
Operating force is the main published difference. Choose 37 gf for lower resistance or 45 gf for a firmer press. Both versions are listed with 3.8 mm total travel and the same material stack.
What is the total travel?
The listed total travel is 3.8 mm for both force options.
Is the Xuhua Doll factory lubed?
Yes. The listed switch options are factory lubricated.
Is it a 5-pin switch?
Yes. It uses a 5-pin mechanical footprint. Check that your PCB has the matching locating holes before ordering.
Will it work in a hot-swap keyboard?
It can when the keyboard uses compatible mechanical hot-swap sockets and the PCB accepts the 5-pin footprint. It is not for Hall Effect or magnetic-only boards.
What pack sizes are available?
The current product configuration uses 35, 70 and 105 switch packs. Count the exact switches required by your keyboard and allow for spares if desired.
What does the Xuhua Doll sound like?
No fixed sound profile is claimed here. Final sound depends on the case, plate, mounting style, keycaps, damping and typing force.