The Gateron KS-3 Milky Black and Gateron Oil King switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature standard stem shape, 2 mm pre-travel, 4 mm total travel, however, they come with different actuation (60 g vs 55 g), bottom-out force (70 g vs 65 g). That said, they are quite similar. Let's check out this side-by-side specs rundawn with details, availability -- and even current prices -- to figure out which one fits you the best!
The Gateron KS-3 Milky Black is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with top housing, bottom housing, and stem (standard shape). The 60g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 70g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. No factory lubing. Manufactured by Gateron. | The Gateron Oil King is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with Nylon PA66 top housing, proprietary INK blend bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a 20 mm black plated spring. The 55g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 65g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by Gateron. |
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| Name | Gateron KS-3 Milky Black | Gateron Oil King |
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| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | - | Nylon PA66 |
| Bottom housing | - | proprietary INK blend |
| Stem material | - | POM |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | - | 20 mm black plated |
| Actuation | 60 g | 55 g |
| Bottom-out | 70 g | 65 g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 4 mm | 4 mm |
| Lube | No factory lubing. | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | - | - |
| Manufacturer | Gateron | Gateron |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the Gateron KS-3 Milky Black is not available at the moment, while the Gateron Oil King can be found in 21 stores.
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Prices, discounts, and stock status are checked regularly; however, changes since the last update cannot be ruled out. Everything here is for informational purposes only. Check the product pages for the latest prices!
Gateron KS-3 Milky Black force curve | Gateron Oil King force curve |
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Comments on Gateron KS-3 Milky Black switches | Comments on Gateron Oil King switches |
Gateron KS-3 Milky Black switches uses Gateron's popular milky housings for a great switch at an affordable price – Divinikey. | No comments on Gateron Oil King switches. |
