HMX Hibiscus switch
The HMX Hibiscus is a linear mechanical switch with PA12 top housing, PA66 bottom housing, and T3 stem (standard). 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.
Where to buy HMX Hibiscus switches?
Here are some notable keyboard shops offering HMX Hibiscus 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Keyboards | US | 0.33 USD / 1 pcs 5% off, KBDNEWSMK | 0.33 USD | buy | |
| Zkeebs | US | 3.33 USD / 10 pcs 5% off, KBDNEWS | 0.33 USD | buy | |
| UniKeys | CN | 2.60 USD / 10 pcs 7% off, KBDNEWS | 0.26 USD | sold out | |
| Lume Keebs | US | 2.85 USD / 10 pcs 5% off, KBDNEW (not kbdnewS) | 0.29 USD | sold out | |
| DeskHero | CA | 4.50 CAD / 10 pcs | 0.32 USD | sold out | |
| Kinetic Labs | US | 6.84 USD / 18 pcs | 0.38 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 Hibiscus data sheet
| Name | HMX Hibiscus |
|---|---|
| Type | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin |
| Top housing | PA12 |
| Bottom housing | PA66 |
| Stem | T3 standard |
| Spring | 20 mm KOS single-stage extended |
| Actuation | 42 g |
| Bottom-out | 48 g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 3.50 mm |
| Lube | 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 |
Comments on HMX Hibiscus switches
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.
HMX Hibiscus alternatives
Here are some notable alternatives to the HMX Hibiscus, 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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 94% | XLLAB Keygeek Briny linear, 5-pin, PA12/PA66/UPE (U4), 42/50gF, 2.0/3.6mm | Compare | ||
| 94% | HMX TT Red linear, 5-pin, PA12/PA66/POM, 40/45gF, 2.0/3.5mm | Compare | ||
| 93% | HMX Caramel Pudding linear, 5-pin, PA12/PA66/UPE, 45/52gF, 2.0/3.6mm | Compare | ||
| 92% | HMX Pine Moon linear, 5-pin, PA12/PA66/T2, 43/50gF, 1.0/3.1mm | Compare | ||
| 91% | HMX Twilight linear, 5-pin, PA12/PA-2/LY, 42/50gF, 2.0/3.9mm | Compare | ||
| 91% | YG Studio x HMX Canglan V2 linear, 5-pin, P3/PA66/T2 (mix of POM, LY, and P3 nylon), 42/48gF, 2.0/3.5mm | Compare | ||
| 91% | MMD Vivian linear, 5-pin, PA12/PUM (modified)/UPE (modified), 43/48gF, 2.0/3.6mm | Compare | ||
| 91% | MMD Princess Linear Ultra linear, 5-pin, PC/PA66/LY, 42/48gF, 1.9/3.6mm | Compare | ||
| 91% | MMD Vivian V2 linear, 5-pin, PA12/PUM (modified)/UPE (modified), 43/48gF, 2.0/3.6mm | Compare | ||
| 91% | HMX EVA linear, 5-pin, PA12/PA4/T2, 42/48gF, 1.8/3.6mm | Compare | ||
| 91% | HMX Jelly linear, 5-pin, PA12/PA4/T2, 42/48gF, 2.0/3.8mm | Compare | ||
To recap: we were looking for linear mechanical switches possibly with PA12 top housing, PA66 bottom housing, and T3 stem (standard). The 42g actuation occuring at 2mm. The 48g bottom-out being at around 3.50mm. Factory lubing? Yes! — similar to the HMX Hibiscus.