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Outemu Dustproof Blue

Outemu Dustproof Blue

Series: Dustproof Series Released: September 20, 2023
Switch Type
Mechanical
Technology
Operating Force
50 ± 10 gf
Actuation Weight
Total Travel
4 ± 0.4 mm
Full Stroke

Switch Highlights

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

About Outemu Dustproof Blue

Outemu Dustproof Blue is a clicky mechanical switch from Outemu released in September 2023 with a 50 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

57

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

Tactile Profile

79

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 Blue

Switch Name

Outemu Dustproof Blue

Brand

Outemu

Manufacturer

Dongguan Gaote Electronics Co., Ltd.

Series

Dustproof Series

Variant Color

Blue Stem & Clear Top

Release Date

September 20, 2023

Availability

Available

Switch Type

Mechanical

Feel Type

Clicky

Switch Form Factor

MX

Mount Type

Plate Mount

Force and Travel of Outemu Dustproof Blue

Operating Force

Top tier

50 ± 10 gf

90% of the current best Operating Force score

Bottom-out Force

Top tier

60 gf

100% of the current best Bottom-out Force score

Tactile Force

Top tier

60 ± 10 gf

98% of the current best Tactile 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 Blue

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 Blue

Feel Type

Clicky

Stem Shape

Dustproof

Silent Dampeners

No

Sound Level

Loud

Sound Profile

Clicky

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 Blue

Clicky switch with click jacket mechanism and dustproof perimeter stem.

Profile Radar Of Outemu Dustproof Blue

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 Blue

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

The Outemu Dustproof Blue has an operating force of 50 gf. That sits in the common middle range for everyday typing and gaming.

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

The Outemu Dustproof Blue lists tactile force: 60 gf. These specs describe how noticeable the bump or click feels during a keypress.

The Outemu Dustproof Blue 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 Blue 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 Blue include sound profile: Clicky, sound level: Loud. Case, plate, keycaps, and desk mat can still change the final keyboard sound.

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

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