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Gateron Baby Kangaroo Tactile Switches
Gateron Baby Kangaroo Tactile Switches
Gateron Baby Kangaroo Tactile Switches
Gateron Baby Kangaroo Tactile Switches
Gateron Baby Kangaroo Tactile Switches
Gateron Baby Kangaroo Tactile Switches
Gateron Baby Kangaroo Tactile Switches
Gateron Baby Kangaroo Tactile Switches
Gateron Baby Kangaroo Tactile Switches

Baby Kangaroo

BrandGateron
CategoryTactile

We are super excited to be offering these Baby Kangaroo switches. We experience a crisp, light switch-like tactility along with a marbley sound profile when using them.

$6.00

$4.90

10 switches/order

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Orders ship from California and arrive within 2-5 days.

Weight

The Baby Kangaroo's bottom-out of 67g is heavier than 4 out of 5 switches

Light

Heavy

Depth

The Baby Kangaroo's total travel distance is 3.4mm (standard travel is 4mm)

Shallow

Regular

Technical data

Switch typeTactile
Switch brandGateron
ManufacturerGateron
Top housing materialPolycarbonate
Bottom housing materialNylon
Mount typePCB (5-pin)
Stem constructionStandard
Stem materialPOM
Spring22mm double-stage gold-plated
Actuation weight59g
Bottom-out weight67g
Factory lube statusYes, factory lubed
Pre-travel distance2.00 mm
Total travel distance3.40 mm

The technical data of a switch can be hard to understand. Our goal here is to demystify how these specs affect feel and sound. We hope this helps you discover whether or not a switch might be a good fit.

Actuation: 59g

A switch's actuation force, or force required to trigger a keystroke, on the Gateron Baby Kangaroo requires 59g of force. This is heavier than 69% of other switches' actuation force in our selection.

A switch's actuation force is based on the entire switch design.

Bottom-out: 67g

Bottoming out, or pressing all the way down, on this Gateron Baby Kangaroo switch requires 67g of force. With a heavier bottom-out than 81% of switches in our selection, the Gateron Baby Kangaroo is considered heavy.

A switch's bottom-out force is dependent solely on its spring weight.

What matters more: Actuation or Bottom-out Force?

If you prefer to bottom-out when you type, bottom-out force is the more relevant measurement. If you do not, then actuation force is more relevant.

Factory Lubed

The Gateron Baby Kangaroo is factory lubed. This is done to reduce friction and improve the feel of the switch. Other effects include reduced noise and if a tactile switch, slightly decreased tactility. Choosing a factory lubed switch saves you time and energy from having to lube the switch yourself. Factories have drastically improved the lubing process over the years, meaning more and more factory-lubed switches are great to use out-of-the-box.

Top Housing: Polycarbonate

Polycarbonate is the Gateron Baby Kangaroo's top housing material. The use of polycarbonate in housings creates a sharper, higher-pitched, and crisper sound profile. In part, this is because polycarbonate is a relatively stiffer plastic, which leads to a more clear and resonant sound profile. Aesthetically speaking, if a switch features a clear housing, it is more likely than not to be polycarbonate. Therefore, due to its translucency, polycarbonate is especially useful to have in the top housing of a switch if you plan to use RGB lighting.

Bottom Housing: Nylon

Nylon is the Gateron Baby Kangaroo's bottom housing material. Nylon is a classic switch housing material. Typing on switches that use nylon elicits a deeper and fuller sound profile. In part, this is because nylon is a relatively softer plastic and absorbs more sound than harder plastics, thereby creating a duller and rounder sound.

A note on housings

The Gateron Baby Kangaroo uses different materials in its top and bottom housings. As such, the qualities each housing material brings to the switch will be split between the bottom and the top of the switch.

When you press down on this switch you will feel the qualities of the bottom housing: the bottom housing has more of an impact on the bottom-out sound and feel. On the other hand, the top housing will have more of an impact on the sound when you let go of a key.

Mount type: PCB (5-pin)

The Gateron Baby Kangaroo is a PCB (5-pin) mount switch. PCB-mount, or 5-pin, switches feature 2 extra alignment pins when compared to their 3-pin counterparts. This ensures alignment (i.e. switch won't rotate and will stay in place) if your keyboard does not feature a plate or if you choose not to use one. If your keyboard's PCB does not have holes for these alignment pins, you will need to trim them off before installing them.

Stem construction: Standard

The cross-shaped stem construction is the most standard as well as the most classic, as it is derived from the original Cherry switches.

Descriptors

#snappy

Snappy switches are super responsive. Frequently, this is due to longer or dual-staged springs which makes the typing experience feel more alive.

#polished

When referring to a polished switch, this indicates a switch has a smooth and refined finish, resulting in a sleek typing experience. This is due to either materials used and/or due to factory lubing. You can expect reduced friction and smooth key travel with these switches.

#bouncy

Bouncy switches provide a spring-like or elastic feedback sensation. The keys have a lively feel, giving you rebound when pressed.

#marbly

Marbly switches are resonant, high-pitched, and clean. To better concretize the marbly adjective in the context of keyboard switches, imagine tapping on a rock-solid piece of marble; alternatively, imagine the sound of two billiard balls colliding.

#clacky

A clacky keyboard switch produces a sharp and snappy sound when pressed. The sound can be described as crisp, bright, and percussive.

#high-pitched

High-pitched switches produce a sharp and crisp sound when pressed. If you do not like the more rich and bassy sound profiles of certain keyboard switches, be sure to pick higher-pitched ones.

#resonant

When typing on a resonant switch, you can expect a higher-pitched sound profile and an immersive auditory experience. The sound profile is clean and sharp.

Sound test

Try Gateron Baby Kangaroo switches before buying them

Pick 10 switches and we'll send them your way to try at home for 5 days.

How it works

First, pick 10 switches you want to try. Then, we'll send you those 10 switches to try at home for 5 days. You'll get to experience the switches and see how they feel. We'll also include a guide to help you pick your favorite switch and a preprinted return shipping label.

What comes in my try at-home box?

The 10 switches you choose will be installed on switch tester bases so you can type on them as you would on a normal keyboard. Your try at-home kit comes with a preprinted return shipping label.

How much does this try-before-you-buy program cost?

At just $15—shipping included—the try at-home program is the most cost-effective way to try switches before buying them. At less than half the cost of switch testers and with more than triple the variety to choose from, you can try before you buy without breaking the bank so you can be sure you're getting the right switch for your needs.

How do I buy the switches I want?

Send back the switches in your box using your prepaid label and purchase your favorite (or favorites)!

Everything that's included

First, try switches at home with shipping included both ways. After purchasing the switches you love most, know your switches come with a 30-day, hassle-free return or exchange policy. If you don't love your switches, we'll take them back—no questions asked.