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Small rectangular ABS plastic RCM jig tool for Nintendo Switch, 3.5cm by 1.8cm, with compact storage box

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Ruth's sister RCM Short Circuit Recovery Mode Tool for Nintendo Switch 3.5cm x 1.8cm

SKU CH-9B9D-25QG1

A compact RCM short-circuit tool that puts a Nintendo Switch into recovery mode for homebrew software, measuring 3.5cm x 1.8cm and supplied with a storage box

  • Enters RCM mode instantly with a simple short-circuit jig
  • Compact 3.5cm x 1.8cm design fits inside a Joy-Con rail
  • Durable ABS plastic construction withstands repeated insertion and removal
  • Includes a protective storage box to keep the tool safe
  • Enables homebrew and custom firmware loading on Nintendo Switch

Recovery-mode tool for Nintendo Switch

This small ABS jig bridges the RCM pins on a Nintendo Switch so the console boots into recovery mode. It is intended for owners who want to run homebrew applications, custom firmware or emulator software on their device. The tool requires no soldering or permanent modification.

Pocket-sized ABS construction with storage box

The moulded plastic body measures 3.5cm x 1.8cm and fits on a key-ring or in the supplied storage box. No insertion into the console’s USB-C port is needed; the jig simply clips onto the right-hand Joy-Con rail. A black screen confirms the short circuit has been established.

Limited to RCM entry on unpatched Switch units

The jig only triggers recovery mode; it cannot bypass hardware fuse checks or enable homebrew on patched consoles. Users must still provide a payload injector and compatible software on a separate host device. It offers no function for online services or official firmware updates.

Highlights

  • Enters RCM mode instantly with a simple short-circuit jig
  • Compact 3.5cm x 1.8cm design fits inside a Joy-Con rail
  • Durable ABS plastic construction withstands repeated insertion and removal
  • Includes a protective storage box to keep the tool safe
  • Enables homebrew and custom firmware loading on Nintendo Switch

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

How does the RCM tool connect to the Nintendo Switch?

The short connector cap fits onto the right-hand rail of the console without needing insertion into the bottom port, bridging the required contacts to trigger recovery mode.

What are the physical dimensions of the jig?

The ABS plastic tool measures approximately 3.5cm by 1.8cm (1.38in by .71in) and comes with a small storage box for safe keeping.

What indicates a successful RCM entry when using this tool?

The console screen will remain black, signalling that the short circuit has successfully placed the Switch into Recovery Mode for payload injection.

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