Gateron's Baby Kangaroo 2.0 switches are tactile mechanical keyboard switches designed to provide a crisp and responsive typing experience. They feature several enhancements over the original Baby Kangaroo switches, aiming to deliver a more pronounced tactile feel and improved durability. 

Key Features:

• Type: Tactile
• Operating Force: 59±8 gf
• Pre-Travel Distance: 2.0±0.5 mm
• Total Travel Distance: 3.4 mm
• Tactile Peak Point: Occurs at 0.5 mm into the keypress, providing an early and prominent tactile bump.
  
  
• Materials:
  • Stem: Bright green Polyoxymethylene (POM)
  • Top Housing: Transparent Polycarbonate (PC)
  • Bottom Housing: Milky white Nylon PA66
• Spring: 22 mm double-stage gold-plated spring made of SUS304 material, offering a rigid and tight rebound.
  
  
• Mounting: 5-pin PCB mount, compatible with standard 5-pin MX mechanical keyboards
• Factory Pre-Lubed: Yes, utilizing Gateron's automated self-lubricating technology for a smoother typing experience.
  
  
• LED Support: SMD-compatible, with an upgraded light guide pole surface for more even and consistent lighting effects.
  
  
• Durability: Rated for approximately 80 million keystrokes, ensuring long-term reliability.
  
  

Design and Performance:

The Baby Kangaroo 2.0 switches are engineered with a tactile peak point at just 0.5 mm into the keypress, delivering a larger tactile drop for a more evident tactile feel compared to conventional tactile switches, which typically have a peak point at 1–1.5 mm. 

The 22 mm double-stage gold-plated spring provides a responsive and consistent keystroke, with the gold plating offering resistance to oxidation and corrosion.

The upgraded light guide pole structure enhances LED light consistency and brightness, contributing to an improved visual experience.

Sound Profile:

These switches produce a crisp and clean sound profile, offering satisfying auditory feedback during typing. The combination of materials and design elements contributes to a balanced and immersive sound experience.

Comparison with Other Tactile Switches:

Compared to Gateron's Quinn tactile switches, the Baby Kangaroo 2.0 switches offer a more pronounced tactile bump occurring earlier in the keypress, providing a distinct typing feel. Both switches have similar operating forces and total travel distances, but the early tactile peak of the Baby Kangaroo 2.0 sets it apart for users who prefer immediate tactile feedback.  

In summary, Gateron's Baby Kangaroo 2.0 switches are an excellent choice for users seeking a tactile switch with an early and prominent bump, smooth operation, and enhanced durability, suitable for both typing and gaming applications.