HMX DuckDuck (Sunset Gleam) switch
The HMX DuckDuck (Sunset Gleam) is a linear mechanical switch with PC top housing, modified PA66 bottom housing, and LY stem (standard). It features a 22 mm spring. The actuation occurs at 2mm. The 50g bottom-out occurs at 3.50mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Knock Knock Studio. Manufactured by HMX.
Where to buy HMX DuckDuck (Sunset Gleam) switches?
Here are some notable keyboard shops offering HMX DuckDuck (Sunset Gleam) switches. When available, the prices indicated already include the discount - use the KBDNEWS coupon code at checkout to claim your saving!
Currency:
| Store | Area | Offer | Price | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swagkeys | KR | 2.66 USD / 10 pcs 5% off, KBDNEWS | 0.27 USD | buy | |
| pkkeyboards | US | 4.99 USD / 15 pcs 5% off, KBDNEWS | 0.33 USD | buy | |
| Zkeebs | US | 3.33 USD / 10 pcs 5% off, KBDNEWS | 0.33 USD | buy | |
| DIYKEY | CN | 0.41 USD / 1 pcs 10% off, KBDNEWS | 0.41 USD | buy | |
| InputGear | DE | 0.48 EUR / 1 pcs 5% off, KBDNEWS | 0.56 USD | buy | |
| Lume Keebs | US | 2.80 USD / 10 pcs 5% off, KBDNEW (not kbdnewS) | 0.28 USD | sold out | |
| UniKeys | CN | 29.76 USD / 90 pcs 7% off, KBDNEWS | 0.33 USD | sold out | |
| SerpentKeys | UK | 3.14 GBP / 10 pcs 5% off, KBDNEWS | 0.42 USD | sold out |
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 DuckDuck (Sunset Gleam) data sheet
| Name | HMX DuckDuck (Sunset Gleam) |
|---|---|
| Type | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin |
| Top housing | PC |
| Bottom housing | modified PA66 |
| Stem | LY standard |
| Spring | 22 mm |
| Actuation | - g |
| Bottom-out | 50 g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 3.50 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | Knock Knock Studio |
| Manufacturer | HMX |
Comments on HMX DuckDuck (Sunset Gleam) switches
Bottom Housing of DuckDuck is a mix of PA66 and fiberglass. It provides a unique bottom-out sound compared to other switches. It has been renamed from Sunset Gleam to DuckDuck. Designed by Knock Knock Studio. Factory lubed with 205g0 and 105g0.
HMX DuckDuck (Sunset Gleam) alternatives
Here are some notable alternatives to the HMX DuckDuck (Sunset Gleam) , our reference switch. Competitors with comparable specs across parameters like switch type, housing material, actuation and bottom-out forces and travel distances — even color. Not perfect matches but the closest results in order of similarity.
| Sim. | Similar switches | Comparison | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 91% | BSUN Raw linear, 5-pin, PC/Nylon/UMPE, 0/50gF, 2.0/3.4mm | Compare | ||
| 91% | Keygeek Cheese V2 linear, 5-pin, PC/Nylon N3 (fibreglass-reinforced)/M4, 0/53gF, 2.0/3.5mm | Compare | ||
| 90% | JWK Ultimate Black linear, 5-pin, PC/Nylon/POM, 0/58.5gF, 2.0/4.0mm | Compare | ||
| 90% | HMX Emo linear, 5-pin, PC/P2/LY, 40/46gF, 2.0/3.5mm | Compare | ||
| 89% | MMD Princess Linear Ultra linear, 5-pin, PC/PA66/LY, 42/48gF, 1.9/3.6mm | Compare | ||
| 89% | Keygeek MZ Z1 linear, 5-pin, PC/PA12 Nylon/LY, 48/53gF, 2.0/3.6mm | Compare | ||
| 89% | Dangkeebs Blueberry Milk linear, 5-pin, PC/Nylon PA66/POM, 0/63.5gF, 0.0/3.5mm | Compare | ||
| 89% | DK Roastery - Iced Latte linear, 5-pin, PC/PC/POM, 0/55gF, 0.0/3.5mm | Compare | ||
| 88% | DNDKB JingWei linear, 5-pin, PC/Nylon/POM, 0/53gF, 0.0/4.0mm | Compare | ||
| 88% | DK Creamery - Blueberry Swirl linear, 5-pin, PC/Nylon/POM, 0/63.5gF, 0.0/4.0mm | Compare | ||
| 88% | Invokeys Matcha Latte V2 linear, 5-pin, PC/Nylon/13.6mm POM, long pole, 0/60gF, 0.0/3.3mm | Compare | ||
To recap: we were looking for linear mechanical switches possibly with PC top housing, modified PA66 bottom housing, and LY stem (standard). The actuation occuring at 2mm. The 50g bottom-out being at around 3.50mm. Factory lubing? Yes! — similar to the HMX DuckDuck (Sunset Gleam) .