Friday, 27 February 2026

Introducing the Yanhua Btool BCP Key Cutting Kit

For BMW BCP keys, programming is usually not difficult. However, opening the key shell can be risky and time-consuming. If done improperly, it may damage the shell or the internal circuit board.


The Yanhua Btool BCP Key Cutting Kit is designed to make this process easier and safer.

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Main Function

The Btool BCP Key Cutting Kit helps technicians cut the inner shell of BMW BCP keys in a controlled and standardized way. After cutting, the circuit board can be safely removed for key duplication or repair.


It greatly reduces the risk of damaging the key during disassembly.


Key Features

No soldering required

Clear-cut guide to avoid mistakes

Safe and stable fixture design

Easy shell separation with a pry tool

Professional and efficient operation


With the dedicated fixture and tools, you can complete the job quickly and safely.


Suitable For

This kit is ideal for professional automotive locksmiths who work with BMW BCP keys. It improves work efficiency and protects expensive key shells from damage.


If you are looking for a safer way to open BMW BCP keys, Btool makes it simple and reliable.


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Tuesday, 10 February 2026

BDC3 Key ICP Copy with Yanhua ACDP for BMW

This guide explains how to perform a BMW BDC3 key (Encrypted Chip) ICP copy using the ACDP programmer and BDC3 interface board.


Before starting, make sure your software is updated to the required versions.


Software Requirements

To use this feature, upgrade your ACDP software to:

ACDP PC Software: Version 1.0.64 or higher

ACDP2 PC Software: Version 2.0.8 or higher

Android APP: Version 3.0.141 or higher

iOS APP: Version 3.6.4 or higher


Step 1: Prepare the Original Key

Disassemble the BDC3 key as shown in the reference images.

Follow the instructions in the “Help” section.

Properly connect:

ACDP programmer

BDC2/BDC3 interface board

Original key

Switch the DIP button to the “BDC3” side.

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Step 2: Read Original Key Data

Open the ACDP APP.

Confirm in the top right corner that the ACDP programmer is successfully bound.

Navigate to:

[BMW] → [FEM/BDC] → [IMMO/Mileage] → [BDC02/BDC03/BCP/LCD-KEY (Encrypted Chip) ICP CopyKey] → [BDC03-KEY (Square Main Chip)] → [Read Orig-key Data]

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Use the ACDP standard power adapter (12V, ≥2.5A).

Click [OK] to continue.

Wait while the system reads the key data.

After reading:

Verify the original key information.

Take a screenshot for backup.

Record the file path, date, time, VIN, and key ID.

Ensure the backup file ends with “.bin”.

Confirm the reading process is complete.


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Step 3: Write Data to the New BDC3 Key

Select the corresponding menu according to the new key type.

In this example, we replace the original key with a new BDC3 key.


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Click:

[Write BDC03-KEY (Square Main Chip)]

Use the ACDP standard power adapter (12V, ≥2.5A).

Click [OK] to proceed.

Verify the new key information.

Record the backup file path, date, time, VIN, and key ID.

Ensure the file ends with “.bin”.


Next:

Click OK and select the original key data file.

Choose the correct file based on date, time, VIN, and key ID.

Confirm it matches the original key information.

Wait while the system writes the key data.

Once finished, the key writing process is complete.


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Step 4: Final Verification

Reassemble both the original key and the new key.

Enter the vehicle.

Test both keys to ensure they function properly.

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Video Guide

Watch the full operation video here:


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