The HMX Canglan V3 and MMD Princess Linear Ultra switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature PA66 bottom housing, standard stem shape, 42 g actuation, however, they come with different top housing (modified PA12 vs PC), stem material (modified UPE (sphere tip) vs LY), spring (20 mm single-stage vs 21.4 mm extended), bottom-out force (50 g vs 48 g), pre-travel (2 mm vs 1.90 mm), total travel (3.80 mm vs 3.60 mm). That said, they are not too 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 MMD Princess Linear Ultra is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, PA66 bottom housing, and LY stem (standard shape). It features a 21.4 mm extended spring. The 42g actuation occurs at 1.90mm. The 48g bottom-out occurs at 3.60mm. Extra: Light diffuser. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by MMD. |
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| Name | HMX Canglan V3 | MMD Princess Linear Ultra |
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| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | modified PA12 | PC |
| Bottom housing | PA66 | PA66 |
| Stem material | modified UPE (sphere tip) | LY |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | 20 mm single-stage | 21.4 mm extended |
| Actuation | 42 g | 42 g |
| Bottom-out | 50 g | 48 g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 1.90 mm |
| Total travel | 3.80 mm | 3.60 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | - | - |
| Manufacturer | HMX | MMD |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the MMD Princess Linear Ultra is available at a single shop at the moment, while the HMX Canglan V3 can be found in multiple 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 | MMD Princess Linear Ultra sound test |
No MMD Princess Linear Ultra sound test available. |
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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. | The MMD Princess Ultra Thock switches are the latest variant of the MMD Princess Series and were specially designed and manufactured for the Bridge75 keyboard. As usual with MMD Princess, the switches type very well and have an even deeper sound than the Princess V4 – Monacokeys. Produced by the latest mold, the new Princess Ultra switch offers smoother and more consistent typing feedback. We've also improved the factory lubrication and bottom material, elevating the "thock" sound profile to a new level – qwertyqop. |
