Switch OUTEMU HEAVY LINEAR
Outemu Dustproof Black

Outemu Dustproof Black

Series: Dustproof Series Released: October 28, 2023
Switch Type
Mechanical
Technology
Operating Force
60 ± 10 gf
Actuation Weight
Total Travel
4 ± 0.4 mm
Full Stroke

Switch Highlights

Feel Type : Heavy Linear
Pre-travel : 2 ± 0.6 mm
Factory Lubed : No
Switch Form Factor : MX

About Outemu Dustproof Black

Outemu Dustproof Black is a heavy linear mechanical switch from Outemu released in October 2023 with a 60 gf operating force and 2 mm pre-travel, 4 mm total travel, and a manufacturer rating of 50 million keystrokes.

Last updated: September 07, 2026

Switch Profile Scores

Three focused profiles from published switch specifications. No overall score is generated because feel and use case are personal.

Gaming Profile

55

Measures actuation, travel, and force. Shorter, lighter movement favors speed. Advanced input features add capability.

Tactile Profile

45

Measures bump or click intensity. It uses feel type and tactile-force rise. Higher scores mean stronger feedback.

Build and Durability

73

Measures published lifespan evidence. It uses documented construction details. It does not predict real-world reliability.

General Information of Outemu Dustproof Black

Switch Name

Outemu Dustproof Black

Brand

Outemu

Manufacturer

Dongguan Gaote Electronics Co., Ltd.

Series

Dustproof Series

Variant Color

Black Stem & Clear Top

Release Date

October 28, 2023

Availability

Available

Switch Type

Mechanical

Feel Type

Heavy Linear

Switch Form Factor

MX

Mount Type

Plate Mount

Force and Travel of Outemu Dustproof Black

Operating Force

Excellent

60 ± 10 gf

75% of the current best Operating Force score

Bottom-out Force

Excellent

75 gf

82% of the current best Bottom-out Force score

Pre-travel

Good

2 ± 0.6 mm

60% of the current best Pre-travel score

Total Travel

Excellent

4 ± 0.4 mm

83% of the current best Total Travel score

Compatible Keyboard Input Features of Outemu Dustproof Black

Adjustable Actuation on Compatible Keyboard

No

Rapid Trigger on Compatible Keyboard

No

Analog Input on Compatible Keyboard

No

Hall-effect Keyboard Required

No

Build and Durability of Outemu Dustproof Black

Feel Type

Heavy Linear

Stem Shape

Dustproof

Silent Dampeners

No

Sound Level

Standard

Sound Profile

Clacky

Top Housing

Polycarbonate

Bottom Housing

Nylon

Stem Material

POM

Spring Type

Stainless Steel

Housing Transparency

Semi-Transparent

Light Diffuser

No

Factory Lubed

No

Rated Lifespan

Good

50 M cycles

50% of the current best Rated Lifespan score

Pin Count

Good

3

60% of the current best Pin Count score

MX Keycap Compatible

Yes

Hot-swap Compatible

Yes

SMD LED Compatible

Yes

Through-hole LED Support

No

Special Note of Outemu Dustproof Black

Heavy linear switch with 60 gf actuation force and dustproof wall structure.

Profile Radar Of Outemu Dustproof Black

A three-axis view of compatible-keyboard input capability, tactile profile, and published durability evidence. Missing evidence remains unavailable rather than being scored as zero.

Profile Radar

Gaming capability, tactile intensity, and build durability (0 to 100)

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Frequently Asked Questions about Outemu Dustproof Black

The Outemu Dustproof Black is a Mechanical switch from Outemu with a Heavy Linear feel, so its keypress character is primarily defined by that mechanism and feedback style.

The Outemu Dustproof Black has an operating force of 60 gf. That is a heavier switch feel suited to users who prefer more resistance.

The Outemu Dustproof Black has a pre-travel of 2.00 mm. Shorter actuation distances usually feel quicker because the key registers earlier in the press.

The Outemu Dustproof Black has a total travel distance of 4.00 mm. Total travel describes the full stroke from rest to bottom-out.

The Outemu Dustproof Black is listed as 3-pin, MX keycap compatibility is yes, and hot-swap compatibility is yes. Always match the switch pins and keyboard PCB/socket before buying.

No. The Outemu Dustproof Black is listed as not factory lubed. Factory lubrication can affect out-of-box smoothness and sound, but its effect can vary with the keyboard build and keycaps.

Available sound-related specs for the Outemu Dustproof Black include sound profile: Clacky, sound level: Standard. Case, plate, keycaps, and desk mat can still change the final keyboard sound.

The Outemu Dustproof Black is rated for 50 M cycles. Lifespan ratings are lab-cycle estimates, so real-world durability can also depend on build quality and usage.

The Outemu Dustproof Black lists top housing: Polycarbonate, bottom housing: Nylon, stem: POM. These parts influence feel, sound, wobble, and long-term switch consistency.

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