What is the difference between the kamikaze method and the dat0 adapter?

If you’re looking to mod your Nintendo Switch OLED, you may have heard about different ways to establish the DAT0 connection— A necessary connection for installing the picofly chip. While some some installers use quick-and-easy friction-fit adapters, at ModMySwitch.eu, we go the extra mile by using the superior Kamikaze method for unbeatable reliability.

Why is DAT0 Connection Needed?

Nintendo made the OLED model harder to mod by hiding the DAT0 trace deep inside the motherboard. Unlike the original Switch or Lite, you can’t just solder to an easy-access point—you need a secure, permanent connection to ensure your modchip works flawlessly for years.

What is the Dat0-adapter?

Some modders use friction-based DAT0 adapters that press against the eMMC chip. While this method is faster, it comes with major downsides:

Prone to Failure – The connection can loosen over time due to heat, movement, or oxidation.
Temporary Fix – Even if it works at first, friction adapters are not a long-term solution. The ball can oxidise causing a severed connection, and thus having the Switch be unable to boot.
Requires further dissasembly – The kamikaze method does not necessitate taking the motherboard out of the switch, therefore there are less risks of damaging ribbon cables.

The Kamikaze Method: The Only True Permanent Fix

A properly exposed dat0 point using the kamikaze method

At ModMySwitch.eu, we use the Kamikaze method, which involves carefully exposing the DAT0 trace inside the motherboard and making a direct, soldered connection.

Why is Kamikaze Better?

✅ 100% Reliable – No loose connections, no random failures.
✅ Permanent Solution – Won’t degrade over time like friction adapters.
✅ Professional-Grade – The only method trusted by high-end modding shops.

Yes, it’s much harder to do—but that’s why most shops avoid it. We’ve mastered this technique to ensure your OLED mod works perfectly, forever.

Don’t Risk Your Switch with Cheap Methods

Many failed mods on eBay or Facebook Marketplace are the result of poor friction-fit installations. Once the DAT0 connection fails, the console may stop booting entirely, requiring expensive repairs.

Note: This method is only needed for the OLED model—Nintendo made it harder to mod on purpose. Original Switch and Lite models don’t require this advanced technique.