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Outemu Standard 3-Pin Blue

Outemu Standard 3-Pin Blue

Series: Standard Series Released: May 14, 2023
Switch Type
Mechanical
Technology
Operating Force
60 ± 10 gf
Actuation Weight
Total Travel
4 ± 0.4 mm
Full Stroke

Switch Highlights

Feel Type : Clicky
Pre-travel : 2.2 ± 0.6 mm
Factory Lubed : No
Switch Form Factor : MX

About Outemu Standard 3-Pin Blue

Outemu Standard 3-Pin Blue is a clicky mechanical switch from Outemu released in May 2023 with a 60 gf operating force and 2.2 mm pre-travel, 4 mm total travel, and a manufacturer rating of 50 million keystrokes.

Last updated: September 07, 2026

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Switch Profile Scores

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

Gaming Profile

52

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

Tactile Profile

74

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

Build and Durability

72

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

General Information of Outemu Standard 3-Pin Blue

Switch Name

Outemu Standard 3-Pin Blue

Brand

Outemu

Manufacturer

Dongguan Gaote Electronics Co., Ltd.

Series

Standard Series

Variant Color

Blue Stem & Clear Top

Release Date

May 14, 2023

Availability

Available

Switch Type

Mechanical

Feel Type

Clicky

Switch Form Factor

MX

Mount Type

Plate Mount

Force and Travel of Outemu Standard 3-Pin Blue

Operating Force

Excellent

60 ± 10 gf

75% of the current best Operating Force score

Bottom-out Force

Top tier

65 gf

94% 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

2.2 ± 0.6 mm

55% 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 Standard 3-Pin 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 Standard 3-Pin Blue

Feel Type

Clicky

Stem Shape

Standard MX

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 Standard 3-Pin Blue

Standard classic clicky mechanical switch.

Profile Radar Of Outemu Standard 3-Pin 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 Standard 3-Pin Blue

The Outemu Standard 3-Pin 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 Standard 3-Pin Blue has an operating force of 60 gf. That is a heavier switch feel suited to users who prefer more resistance.

The Outemu Standard 3-Pin Blue has a pre-travel of 2.20 mm. Shorter actuation distances usually feel quicker because the key registers earlier in the press.

The Outemu Standard 3-Pin Blue has a total travel distance of 4.00 mm. Total travel describes the full stroke from rest to bottom-out.

The Outemu Standard 3-Pin Blue lists tactile force: 60 gf. These specs describe how noticeable the bump or click feels during a keypress.

The Outemu Standard 3-Pin 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 Standard 3-Pin 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 Standard 3-Pin Blue include sound profile: Clicky, sound level: Loud. Case, plate, keycaps, and desk mat can still change the final keyboard sound.

The Outemu Standard 3-Pin 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 Standard 3-Pin 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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