• Based on 10+ years of experience

    Over the years, NSC Modz has continuously refined his technique. Since 2013, he has dedicated himself to the art of delidding, perfecting his methods. In 2021, the first prototype finally launched – the result of years of research and optimization.

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  • Engineered with precision in Germany

    The tool is made in Germany and is hand sharpened and tested by NSC. Every Tool undergoes strict quality controls.

    The blade, bracket, and handle are made out of stainless steel. A lasered logo ensures a premium finish.

  • Ships fully assembled

    • Pre-bent blade
    • Fully assembled
    • Ready to delid, no waiting or bending required
    • Unique serial number to verify authenticity

Purpose & Design

  • Purpose-built for safely removing glued CPU lids from processors used in PS3 systems. Designed by NSC and made in Germany, this tool combines precision engineering with exceptional craftsmanship.
  • Backed by over 10 years of delidding experience, the NSC Modz Original represents a high-quality solution for safe and reliable delidding.
  • Unlike many DIY tools and low-quality alternatives, NSC's Original features a rigid blade design that maintains stability during use, helping to ensure a safer and more controlled delidding process.

Maximum Control. Minimum Risk.

  • Engineered with an optimized blade thickness, it allows precise access to tight CPU spaces while requiring reduced force compared to typical tools.
  • Each blade is hand-sharpened to efficiently cut through adhesive.
  • When used correctly, the tool is designed to minimize the risk of damaging CPU traces, supporting a safer and more controlled delidding process.

What's Included

Each package contains:

  • 1x pre-bent blade,
  • 1x tool handle,
  • 1x blade holder bracket,
  • 2x M3 screws.
  • The tool arrives fully assembled and ready to use—no waiting required. Simply start delidding your console right away.
  • (If you choose the Variant „with extra blade“, You will receive an additional blade)

Build Quality

  • The NSC Modz Original Delid Tool for PS3 systems is designed with a strong focus on precision and craftsmanship. Each tool begins as a laser-cut component, ensuring exact dimensions and consistency, and is then individually finished by hand to achieve the level of control and rigidity required for safe delidding.
  • This combination of industrial accuracy and manual finishing allows the tool to perform reliably in tight CPU spaces while maintaining durability and stability. It is not a mass-produced item, but a carefully refined tool built for professionals who demand precision and consistency in their work.

Maintenance & Safety

Replacement blades are available separately on our website to keep your tool performing at peak efficiency. If needed, you can easily purchase replacement blades to restore your tool's functionality. Always wear safety glasses and gloves during use—the sharp blade can cause injury if handled carelessly. Handle the tool and blade with care, as the blade may snap if used for purposes other than its intended delidding application. Do not change the blade geometry or bend it in the other direction. To make the delidding easier, you might want to use some grease.

Frequently Asked Questions

Manual methods (razor blades, screwdrivers, etc.) are risky and can easily damage the CPU.
A proper delid tool applies controlled, even pressure while cutting, significantly reducing the chance of cracking the die or damaging components.

  • Blade made from high-quality stainless steel
  • Designed to withstand high force without bending under normal operating conditions
  • Precision-engineered for consistent and controlled cuts.
  • Built for long-term durability rather than disposable use
  • Compared to lower-quality alternatives, this tool maintains its rigidity under load, which is critical when working with tougher CPUs.

The tool fully supports all PS3 FAT models and early Slim revisions CECH-20xx and CECH-21xx.

Be aware: Later revisions like the CECH-25xx, CECH-30xx, CECH-40xx, CECH-42xx, CECH-43xx are not officially supported by the tool!

You need more help? Contact us via E-Mail under support@nscmodz.com

If you are e.g. handicapped or have other disabilities which make using the tool harder for you, make sure to contact us too!