The HMX Canglan V3 and YG Studio x HMX Canglan V2 switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature PA66 bottom housing, standard stem shape, 20 mm single-stage spring, 42 g actuation, 2 mm pre-travel, however, they come with different top housing (modified PA12 vs P3), stem material (modified UPE (sphere tip) vs T2 (mix of POM, LY, and P3 nylon)), bottom-out force (50 g vs 48 g), total travel (3.80 mm vs 3.50 mm). 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 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 YG Studio x HMX Canglan V2 is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with P3 top housing, PA66 bottom housing, and T2 (mix of POM, LY, and P3 nylon) stem (standard shape). It features a 20 mm single-stage spring. The 42g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 48g bottom-out occurs at 3.50mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by YG Studio. Manufactured by HMX. |
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| Name | HMX Canglan V3 | YG Studio x HMX Canglan V2 |
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| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | modified PA12 | P3 |
| Bottom housing | PA66 | PA66 |
| Stem material | modified UPE (sphere tip) | T2 (mix of POM, LY, and P3 nylon) |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | 20 mm single-stage | 20 mm single-stage |
| 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! |
| Designer | - | YG Studio |
| Manufacturer | HMX | HMX |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the YG Studio x HMX Canglan V2 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 | YG Studio x HMX Canglan V2 sound test |
No YG Studio x HMX Canglan V2 sound test available. |
Comments on HMX Canglan V3 switches | Comments on YG Studio x HMX Canglan V2 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. | The Canglan V2 switches could be the first ever thocky HMX switches. Of course, thocky and clacky are just subjective perceptions of individuals, but if you compare them with other HMX linear switches out there, you will notice the difference. All thanks to the material composition of the stem, the Canglan V2 switches get to sound deeper. However, I never said these switches are quiet… – unikeys. |
