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All 3-Pin Mechanical Keyboard Switches: Complete Plate-Mount List

Browse every 3-pin plate-mount mechanical keyboard switch in one place. Compare actuation force, travel distance, and pricing across brands like Cherry, Gateron, and Kailh. Filter by linear, tactile, or clicky to find the right 3-pin switch for your hot-swap build.

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Found 123 products

Out of stock
$0.21
Gateron Green Clicky
Gateron Green Clicky
Clicky,
3-Pin,
Nylon bottom,
PC top,
POM stem

View on MK
Out of stock
$0.65
Kailh Hako Clear Tactile
Kailh Hako Clear Tactile
Tactile,
Long pole,
3-Pin

View on MK
Out of stock
$0.50
Kailh BOX Silent Pink Linear
Kailh BOX Silent Pink Linear
Linear,
Silent,
Dust proof,
Water resistant,
3-Pin,
Nylon bottom,
PC top,
POM stem

View on MK
Out of stock
$0.30
KTT Purple Click Clicky
Ktt Purple Click Clicky
Clicky,
Factory lubed,
3-Pin,
Nylon bottom,
PC top,
POM stem

View on MK
Out of stock
$0.28
Geon Lucifer HE
Geon Lucifer HE Linear
Linear,
Magnetic,
Factory lubed,
3-Pin,
Nylon bottom,
PC top,
POM stem

View on Divinikey
Out of stock
$0.59
KTT Phalaenopsis Tactile
Ktt Phalaenopsis Tactile
Tactile,
Long pole,
Factory lubed,
3-Pin,
PC bottom,
PC top,
POM stem

View on MK
Out of stock
New
$0.38
Gateron KS-33 Low Profile Banana Chocolate Tactile
Gateron KS 33 Low Profile Banana Chocolate Tactile
Tactile,
Low profile,
Double stage,
Factory lubed,
3-Pin,
POM bottom,
POK top,
POM stem

View on MK
Out of stock
$0.25
KTT Ash Grey Tactile
Ktt Ash Gray Tactile
Tactile,
Factory lubed,
3-Pin,
Nylon bottom,
PC top,
POM stem

View on MK
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Out of stock
$0.23
KTT Silent Linear
Ktt Silent Linear
Linear,
Silent,
Factory lubed,
3-Pin,
PC bottom,
PC top,
POM stem

View on MK
Out of stock
New
$0.38
Gateron Aurora Double-Rail Magnetic x110
Gateron Aurora Double Rail HE Linear
Linear,
Magnetic,
Factory lubed,
3-Pin,
Nylon bottom,
PC top,
Nylon stem

View on Input Gear
Out of stock
$0.80
TTC Frozen Silent Linear
Ttc Frozen Silent Linear
Linear,
Factory lubed,
3-Pin,
Nylon bottom,
PC top,
POM stem

View on MK
Out of stock
New
$0.38
Gateron KS-33 Low Profile Bamboo Clicky
Gateron KS 33 Low Profile Bamboo Clicky
Clicky,
Low profile,
Double stage,
Factory lubed,
3-Pin,
POM bottom,
POK top,
POM stem

View on MK
Out of stock
New
$0.38
Gateron KS-33 Low Profile White Silent 2.0 Linear
Gateron KS 33 Low Profile White Silent V2 Linear
Linear,
Silent,
Low profile,
Factory lubed,
3-Pin,
Nylon bottom,
PC top,
POM stem

View on MK
Out of stock
New
$0.38
Gateron KS-33 Low Profile Black Silent 2.0 Linear
Gateron KS 33 Low Profile Black Silent V2 Linear
Linear,
Silent,
Low profile,
Factory lubed,
3-Pin,
Nylon bottom,
PC top,
POM stem

View on MK
Out of stock
$0.57
OUTEMU Crystal
Outemu Crystal Linear
Linear,
3-Pin

View on Yunzii
Out of stock
New
$0.38
Gateron KS-33 Low Profile Brown Silent 2.0 Tactile
Gateron KS 33 Low Profile Brown V2 Silent Tactile
Tactile,
Silent,
Low profile,
Factory lubed,
3-Pin,
Nylon bottom,
PC top,
POM stem

View on MK
Out of stock
New
$0.45
Gateron G Pro Silver
Gateron G Pro Silver Linear
Linear,
Silent,
Factory lubed,
3-Pin,
Nylon bottom,
PC top,
POM stem

View on Input Gear
Out of stock
New
$0.90
DROP x Invyr Holy Panda
Input Gear DROP x Invyr Holy Panda Tactile
Tactile,
3-Pin,
POM bottom,
Nylon top,
POM stem

View on Input Gear
Out of stock
$0.57
OUTEMU Ocean
Outemu Ocean Tactile
Tactile,
3-Pin

View on Yunzii
Out of stock
New
$0.45
Gateron G Pro Yellow
Gateron G Pro Yellow Linear
Linear,
Factory lubed,
3-Pin,
Nylon bottom,
PC top,
POM stem

View on Input Gear
Out of stock
$0.57
OUTEMU Mute White
Outemu Mute White Linear
Linear,
3-Pin

View on Yunzii
Out of stock
New
$0.45
Gateron G Pro Black
Gateron G Pro Black Linear
Linear,
Factory lubed,
3-Pin,
Nylon bottom,
PC top,
POM stem

View on Input Gear
Out of stock
New
$1.00
Kailh Hako True Tactile
Kailh Hako True Tactile
Tactile,
Long pole,
3-Pin

View on MK
Out of stock
New
$0.40
Jerrzi Avocado Milk
Jerrzi Avocado Milk Linear
Linear,
3-Pin,
Nylon bottom,
PC top,
LY stem

View on Input Gear
Out of stock
$0.80
Outemu Brown Tactile
Outemu Brown Tactile
Tactile,
3-Pin,
Nylon bottom,
Nylon top

View on MK
Out of stock
$0.57
OUTEMU Jadeite
Outemu Jadeite Linear
Linear,
3-Pin

View on Yunzii
Out of stock
New
$0.38
Gateron KS-33 Low Profile Strawberry Chocolate Linear
Gateron KS 33 Low Profile Strawberry Chocolate Linear
Linear,
Low profile,
Factory lubed,
3-Pin,
POM bottom,
POK top,
POM stem

View on MK
Out of stock
$0.37
MONKA Sea Salt Tactile Mechanical
Monka Sea Salt Tactile
Tactile,
3-Pin

View on Mechkeys
Out of stock
$0.18
KTT Kang White Linear
Ktt Kang White Linear
Linear,
Long pole,
3-Pin,
Nylon bottom,
PC top,
POM stem

View on MK
Out of stock
$0.30
Durock Mocha T1 Tactile
Durock Mocha T1 Tactile
Tactile,
Long pole,
3-Pin,
POK bottom,
POK top,
POM stem

View on MK
Out of stock
$0.35
Kailh BOX Brown Tactile
Kailh BOX Brown Tactile
Tactile,
Dust proof,
Water resistant,
3-Pin,
Nylon bottom,
PC top,
POM stem

View on MK
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Complete 3-Pin Switch List

Looking for 3-pin plate-mount switches? Browse every available option from top brands and compare specs, prices, and real-time stock. Use our filters to narrow down by actuation type, force, and brand.

All 3-Pin Plate-Mount Switches Available Now

Our database tracks every 3-pin switch currently on the market from brands like Cherry, Gateron, Kailh, Akko, and more. 3-pin switches are the most widely compatible option for hot-swap keyboards and plate-mount builds. Filter by price range, actuation type, and brand to find exactly what you need.

3-Pin vs 5-Pin Switches: Which Do You Need?

3-pin switches have two metal contact pins and one central plastic post, while 5-pin switches add two extra plastic guide pins for PCB stability. Any 5-pin switch can be converted to 3-pin by clipping the extra legs, but not vice versa. If your keyboard has a plate, 3-pin switches work perfectly since the plate handles alignment.

Best 3-Pin Switches for Hot-Swap Keyboards

Most hot-swap keyboards accept both 3-pin and 5-pin switches. Popular 3-pin options include Gateron Yellow for budget linear builds, Cherry MX Red for proven reliability, and Kailh Box switches for dust resistance. All of these drop right into standard hot-swap sockets without modification.

3-Pin Linear Switches for Gaming

For gaming, 3-pin linear switches deliver smooth, consistent actuation without a tactile bump. Options range from light 35g Gateron Clears to standard 45g Cherry MX Reds. The plate-mount design ensures stable keystrokes during intense gaming sessions, and hot-swap compatibility lets you experiment freely.

3-Pin Tactile and Clicky Options for Typing

Typists can choose from 3-pin tactile switches like Cherry MX Brown or Gateron Brown for subtle feedback, or clicky options like Cherry MX Blue and Kailh Box White for audible confirmation. These plate-mount variants offer the same performance as their 5-pin counterparts in any keyboard with a switch plate.

Are 3-Pin Switches Compatible with 5-Pin PCBs?

Yes, 3-pin switches fit into any 5-pin PCB without issues. The extra holes simply remain empty. This universal compatibility makes 3-pin switches a safe choice if you plan to use them across different keyboards or future builds.

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5-Pin SwitchesLinear SwitchesTactile SwitchesFactory-Lubed Switches