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OWLAB Stabilizer V3 PCB Screw-in Stabilizers

The End of the Rattle

The final tick. The persistent rattle. The slight wobble on your spacebar. For keyboard builders, these aren't small details—they're the final hurdles to a perfect sound profile. The OWLAB Stabilizer V3 is an evolution in stabilizer design, engineered for builders who refuse to compromise on the final details of their board. It addresses the most common sources of stabilizer noise with precision engineering and a material rarely seen in the keyboard space: Liquidmetal.

The End of the Rattle

Refined for a Flawless Feel

The Owlstab V3 is a screw-in stabilizer that combines a proven material with a completely revised manufacturing process. The full POM construction for both the stem and housing provides a naturally smooth travel without the scratchiness found in other materials. This is just the first step. All of the components use a new mold, engineered specifically to reduce variance and tighten tolerances from one stabilizer to the next.

Subtle but important improvements have been made across the design. The wire clip-in mechanism has been reworked for easier application, while the wire entry hole has been reduced in size to decrease unwanted movement. When paired with an outer housing that minimizes contact with the stem, the result is a significant reduction in both wire and stem wobble right out of the box.

Refined for a Flawless Feel

The Liquidmetal Difference

At the heart of the V3 revision are the wires themselves. Made from Liquidmetal, a shape-memory alloy, these wires are built to resist the permanent bends that cause ticking and unevenness. If a wire gets slightly warped during shipping or installation, it has the unique property of returning to its original, perfectly straight form. This isn't just a material choice; it's a direct solution to one of the most persistent frustrations in keyboard building.

The Liquidmetal Difference
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Key Features

Full POM Construction

The stabilizer stems and housing are crafted from high-quality POM for a smoother key press and improved durability.

Liquidmetal Wires

Shape-memory alloy wires resist bending and return to their original straight shape, eliminating a common source of ticking.

Revised V3 Molds

A new molding process delivers less overall wobble and enhanced stability across every stabilizer.

Reduced Wobble

Tighter tolerances on the housing and stem dramatically reduce unwanted movement for a more solid feel.

Secure Screw-in Mount

Gold-plated screws and included washers ensure a secure connection to your keyboard's PCB.

Complete Kit

Each pack includes enough components for a TKL build or smaller, with your choice of a 6.25U or 7U spacebar wire.

What's in the Box

  • Stems & Housings: 10x (Full POM)
  • 2u Wires: 4x (Liquidmetal)
  • Spacebar Wire: 1x 6.25u or 7u (Liquidmetal)
  • Screws: 10x (Gold)
  • Washers: 10x
  • Dampening Pads: 10x (Teflon)
What's in the Box

Each package includes all the hardware you need to outfit a TKL, 75%, 65%, or 60% keyboard.

Frequently Asked Questions & Specifications

Questions & Answers

Do I still need to lube these stabilizers?

Yes. While the POM material provides excellent smoothness out of the box, applying lubricant to the housings, stems, and wires is still the best practice for achieving a near-silent and perfectly stable keystroke.

What PCB thickness do these support?

Owlstabs V3 are designed for standard 1.6mm thick PCBs. If you are building with a 1.2mm PCB, you must use the included Teflon dampening pads between the stabilizer and the PCB.

What is the difference between the 6.25U and 7U kits?

The only difference is the length of the spacebar wire. 6.25U is the most common spacebar size for standard layouts. 7U is often used in specific custom layouts like WKL (winkeyless) or Alice-style boards. Check your keyboard's specifications to confirm which size you need.

Specifications

  • Product: OWLAB Stabilizer V3 (Owlstabs V3)
  • Mounting Type: PCB Screw-in
  • Housing & Stem Material: POM
  • Wire Material: Liquidmetal (Shape-Memory Alloy)
  • PCB Compatibility: 1.6mm (1.2mm with included pads)
  • Available Colours: Black, Beige, Pink, Purple, White

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Specifications

• Material: Full POM housing and stems
• Mounting Style: PCB screw-in
• Wire Sizes Included: 2u and 6.25u (set type varies)
• Stabilizes larger keys such as Spacebar, Shift, Enter, Backspace
• Color Options: Black, Beige, Pink, Purple
• Smooth travel with minimal wobble
• Compatible with MX-style PCBs

Inside the box

• OWLAB V3 stabilizer housings and stems
• 2u stabilizer wires
• 6.25u/7U (depending on your order) stabilizer wire (or variant depending on kit)
• Screws and pads if required for PCB fitment

Compatibility

• Works with most MX-style custom mechanical keyboards
• Suitable for 60%, 65%, 75%, TKL, and full-size layouts

(check whether your keyboard has 7u spacebar or 6.25u)

Warranty

1 year manufacturer's warranty – further warranty provided at OZO's discretion depending on the situation