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The HMX Canglan V3 and HMX Hibiscus switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature PA66 bottom housing, standard stem shape, 42 g actuation, 2 mm pre-travel, however, they come with different top housing (modified PA12 vs PA12), stem material (modified UPE (sphere tip) vs T3), spring (20 mm single-stage vs 20 mm KOS single-stage extended), bottom-out force (50 g vs 48 g), total travel (3.80 mm vs 3.50 mm). That said, they are only slightly 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 HMX Canglan V3 is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with modified PA12 top housing, PA66 bottom housing, and modified UPE (sphere tip) stem (standard shape). It features a 20 mm single-stage spring. The 42g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 50g bottom-out occurs at 3.80mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by HMX. | The HMX Hibiscus is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PA12 top housing, PA66 bottom housing, and T3 stem (standard shape). It features a 20 mm KOS single-stage extended spring. The 42g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 48g bottom-out occurs at 3.50mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Soulcat X SPM. Manufactured by HMX. |
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| Name | HMX Canglan V3 | HMX Hibiscus |
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| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | modified PA12 | PA12 |
| Bottom housing | PA66 | PA66 |
| Stem material | modified UPE (sphere tip) | T3 |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | 20 mm single-stage | 20 mm KOS single-stage extended |
| Actuation | 42 g | 42 g |
| Bottom-out | 50 g | 48 g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 3.80 mm | 3.50 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! | Factory lubing? Yes! Mixed GPL105&GPL205 on leaf spring, stem feet, and bottom housing rails. Dry film lube on springs |
| Designer | - | Soulcat X SPM |
| Manufacturer | HMX | HMX |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the HMX Canglan V3 is much more widely available, but the HMX Hibiscus is also available in 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!
HMX Canglan V3 sound test | HMX Hibiscus sound test |
No HMX Hibiscus sound test available. |
Comments on HMX Canglan V3 switches | Comments on HMX Hibiscus switches |
HMX Canglan V3 switches are the last iteration of the Canglan series. The Canglan V3 switches are not a re-color of the Canglan V2 or any other existing HMX switches. The reasons are as follows: Canglan V3 switches are made with HMX's new housing and stem mold. Canglan V3 is the first HMX switch that uses the sphere stem tip to lower the pitch and deepen the sound profile. A UPE stem and PA66 bottom housing with no fiberglass are chosen this time, also to achieve a deep and thocky sound – unikeys. | HMX Hibiscus switches come with a T3 stem, PA12 top housing, and PA66 bottom housing. Spec-wise, it is a bit similar to the Canglan V2 and EVA switches which are one of the deepest and most thocky HMX switches. We are not sure what the T3 stem is made of nor its formula, but based on the sound comparison to Canglan V2 and EVA, the T3 stem makes them sound a bit deeper and quieter than both Canglan V2 and EVA switches. In the meantime, they still come with that signature HMX clack and solid bottom out sound – Unikeys. |
