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Conversion Points

Conversion Points – Playing Soft-Tip Darts on a Steel-Tip Dartboard

With Conversion Points, you can quickly and easily use compatible soft-tip dart barrels on a classic sisal dartboard. Instead of the plastic tip, a metal conversion point is simply screwed into the thread of the soft-tip dart barrel. This allows you to use your familiar soft-tip dart setup even when playing steel-tip darts.

Conversion Points are therefore particularly interesting for players who play both e-darts and steel-tip darts and do not want to forgo their familiar barrels.

Particularly interesting: In addition to classic conversion points, there are now also particularly light versions whose weight corresponds to or is very close to the weight of a soft-tip plastic tip. Such models are offered, for example, by BULL'S or L-Style. This allows the weight and balance of the familiar soft-tip dart setup to be largely maintained when switching to the sisal board.

At Diplomatgames, you will find conversion points in various lengths, materials, weights, colors, and designs for different dart setups.

What are Conversion Points?

A conversion point is a screw-in metal tip that is used instead of a soft-tip plastic tip.

The principle is simple:

Unscrew soft-tip → Screw in conversion point → Play on the sisal board.

This means you don't necessarily have to buy an additional set of steel-tip darts if you already own soft-tip dart barrels that you enjoy playing with.

From Soft-Tip to Steel-Tip in Seconds

One of the biggest advantages of conversion points is the quick change.

If you usually play on an electronic dart machine and occasionally want to switch to a sisal board, you can remove your plastic tips and insert the appropriate conversion points.

If you then want to play e-darts again, the metal tips are simply unscrewed and replaced with soft-tip tips.

Thus, the same barrel can be used for both dart variations.

Those who want to change their usual setup as little as possible can opt for particularly light conversion points, which are specially designed in terms of weight to match soft-tip dart tips.

What thread do Conversion Points need?

For modern soft-tip darts, 2BA is the most common thread. Accordingly, many conversion points are offered with a 2BA thread.

However, what is crucial is always the thread your soft-tip dart barrel has.

Conversion point and barrel must use the same thread.

Therefore, check the specifications of your darts or your existing soft-tip darts before purchasing.

Difference between Conversion Points and Steel-Tip Points

Conversion points should not be confused with classic steel-tip points.

Classic steel-tip points are usually pressed directly into the steel-tip dart barrel and removed with a repointing tool for replacement.

Conversion points, on the other hand, have a thread and are screwed into a suitable soft-tip dart barrel.

Conversion Points Classic Steel-Tip Points
are screwed in are pressed in
for compatible soft-tip barrels for classic steel-tip barrels
quickly exchangeable repointing tool required for changing
allow switching between soft-tip and steel-tip permanent steel-tip setup

Difference to Steel-Tip Interchangeable Points

Modern interchangeable points like Swiss Points, BULL'S CP Points, or Harrows Quick Points also serve a different purpose.

A steel-tip interchangeable point system consists of a steel-tip barrel with a corresponding receptacle for screw-in interchangeable points.

Conversion points, on the other hand, are intended to convert a compatible soft-tip barrel for playing on a sisal board.

The application is therefore different: interchangeable points primarily enable the quick replacement of a steel dart tip, while conversion points convert a soft dart for playing on a classic sisal dartboard.

Conversion Points made from various materials

Conversion points are made from various materials. Material and construction primarily influence weight, durability, and thus the feel of the dart.

Steel Conversion Points

Classic metal or steel conversion points are robust and offer a typical steel-tip feel.

Depending on their design, however, they can be heavier than a plastic tip and thus noticeably change the overall weight and balance of a light soft-tip dart barrel.

Lightweight Conversion Points

For players who want to change their usual soft-tip dart setup as little as possible, there are particularly lightweight conversion points.

Some of these conversion tips have been specifically designed so that their weight corresponds to or is very close to the weight of a conventional soft-tip plastic tip.

Such particularly lightweight conversion points are offered, for example, by BULL'S and L-Style.

The big advantage lies in the smallest possible difference between the soft-tip and steel-tip setup: if a plastic tip is replaced by a conversion point of comparable weight, the total weight of the dart changes little or – depending on the models used – practically not at all.

The center of gravity and balance can also remain much closer to the usual soft-tip setup than with heavier conversion points.

Especially for ambitious soft-tip players who want to use their established setup on a sisal board, such ultra-light conversion points can be particularly interesting.

Important: The exact weight always depends on the specific model and also on the soft-tip dart tip previously used. If you want to achieve the most accurate weight match possible, you should compare the weight specifications of the conversion point with those of the plastic tip used.

What length should I choose?

Conversion points are also available in different lengths.

Short Conversion Points

Short tips ensure a compact setup and keep the overall length of the dart relatively short.

Medium Conversion Points

A medium length offers a balanced compromise and is suitable for many dart setups.

Long Conversion Points

Longer tips create more space between the barrel and the dartboard. This can create additional space between the barrels in tight groupings.

Which length is optimal depends on your barrel, your throwing technique, and the desired feel.

Smooth and Structured Conversion Points

In addition to classic smooth variations, there are conversion points with different surface structures.

Depending on the model, grooves or other structures can provide additional grip in the dartboard.

Players who position a finger far forward on the tip can also benefit from conversion points with a structured area towards the barrel.

However, with particularly aggressive structures, it should be noted that these can put more strain on the sisal when pulling them out.

Does a conversion point change the weight of the dart?

That depends on the conversion point used.

Classic metal conversion points can be heavier than soft-tip plastic tips. This can alter:

  • Total weight
  • Center of gravity
  • Balance
  • Flight behavior
  • Throwing feel

can change.

However, there are also extra-light conversion points that are specifically designed to achieve a similar or, depending on the combination, even comparable weight to a soft-tip plastic tip.

For example, manufacturers like BULL'S and L-Style offer such lightweight conversion points.

This allows a soft-tip player to use their usual setup on a sisal board without having to accept a significant change in weight and balance due to a much heavier metal tip.

This can be particularly interesting for players who are very sensitive to changes in their dart setup or who desire conditions that are as identical as possible when training on e-dart and sisal boards.

Since plastic tips and conversion points can vary in weight depending on the manufacturer, model, and length, the specific weight of both tips should always be compared for the most accurate match possible.

As identical a setup as possible for soft-tip and steel-tip darts

Players who regularly switch between soft-tip and steel-tip darts can use particularly lightweight conversion points to try and keep their setup as similar as possible in both disciplines.

The principle is simple:

Soft-tip: Soft-tip barrel + plastic tip

Sisal board: Same soft-tip barrel + lightweight conversion point

If the conversion point has a comparable weight to the normally used plastic tip, the weight at the front of the dart remains almost unchanged.

This can help ensure that the dart feels as similar as possible in terms of total weight, balance, and center of gravity when switching to the sisal board.

Conversion points from manufacturers such as BULL'S or L-Style, which offer particularly lightweight variants, are especially interesting for this purpose.

Conversion Points for Training and Tournament

Conversion points are particularly practical for players who regularly switch between electronic darts and steel-tip darts.

For example, you can train at home on a sisal board and then play with the same barrels on an e-dart machine.

With the lightest possible conversion point, you can also try to maintain not only the same barrel, but also a feeling of total weight and balance that is as similar as possible.

This can help avoid having to constantly adapt to different barrel shapes, grip profiles, or greatly altered weight distributions.

However, for tournaments and league games, always observe the respective regulations regarding dart weight, tips, and approved equipment.

Who are Conversion Points suitable for?

Conversion points are particularly interesting for:

  • Soft-tip players who also play steel-tip darts
  • Players with a preferred soft-tip barrel
  • Training on a sisal dartboard
  • Players who do not want to use two different dart sets
  • Dart players who frequently switch between e-darts and steel-tip darts
  • Players who want to use the same barrel for both disciplines
  • Players who want to keep weight and balance as constant as possible with ultra-light conversion points

Especially if you already have a perfectly matched soft-tip setup, conversion points can be a practical solution.

Frequently Asked Questions about Conversion Points

Can I use Conversion Points with every soft-tip dart?

Not automatically. The thread of the barrel is particularly crucial. The conversion points must be suitable for this thread.

Can I play on a normal steel-tip dartboard with Conversion Points?

Yes. That's exactly what conversion points are for. The metal tip allows the use of a compatible soft-tip dart barrel on a sisal dartboard.

Do I need a repointing tool?

No. Conversion points are screwed in and therefore do not require a classic steel-tip repointing tool.

Can I play soft-tip darts again afterwards?

Yes. The conversion points are unscrewed and then appropriate plastic tips are reinserted.

Does the throwing feel change?

This is possible, but not necessarily to the same extent with every conversion point.

Classic conversion points can be heavier than plastic tips, thereby changing weight, center of gravity, and balance.

However, there are also particularly lightweight conversion points, whose weight is specifically approximated to the weight of soft-tip darts. This allows the familiar throwing feel to be maintained much better.

Are there conversion points that weigh as much as soft-tip darts?

Yes, there are particularly lightweight conversion points that are designed so that their weight corresponds to or is very close to that of a soft-tip plastic tip.

Corresponding variants are available, for example, from BULL'S and L-Style.

However, since soft-tip darts can also vary in weight depending on the manufacturer, length, and model, the weight of the specifically used soft-tip dart should always be compared with the conversion point for an exact match.

Buy Conversion Points online

With Conversion Points, you can quickly convert your compatible soft-tip dart barrels for playing on a classic sisal dartboard.

At Diplomatgames, you will find conversion points in various lengths, materials, weights, and designs. In addition to classic metal tips, particularly lightweight conversion points are also interesting, as they can mimic the weight of a soft-tip dart as precisely as possible, thereby reducing changes in balance and playing feel.

Discover the right conversion tips for your soft-tip darts and use your familiar dart setup for both e-darts and steel-tip darts.