If you’ve been navigating through the Factoriopedia in Factorio 2.0, you may have stumbled upon various intriguing resources by using Alt + Click. Among these, some items such as Supercapacitors and Superconductors—introduced in the Space Age DLC—stand out for their significant applications in crafting powerful technologies and weapons. If you’ve encountered Fulgora, you’re likely aware of their potential, though figuring out how to produce them can be challenging. This guide aims to demystify the process of crafting Superconductors in Factorio 2.0.
Producing Superconductors in Factorio 2.0
Superconductors are a vital resource for advancing technologies on Fulgora and potentially other planets. You will require a substantial amount of these for future production lines, making efficiency in their production critical.
The recipe for crafting Superconductors is straightforward, involving Copper Plates, Plastic, Holmium Plates, and Light Oil. However, on Fulgora, the processes for creating Copper Plates and Plastic include additional steps compared to other planets. Fortunately, these steps contribute to a more streamlined crafting experience.
Since neither Copper Plates nor Plastic is made from recycled goods from Scraps, you will need to recycle items like Low Density Structures or Advanced Circuits for Plastics and Copper Cables or Batteries for Copper Plates. Set up a dedicated recycling line separate from your Scrap Recycling unit for processing these intermediate materials efficiently.
To produce Light Oil, leverage the Heavy Oil Cracking process within a Chemical Plant. The infinite supply of Heavy Oil allows you to convert it into Light Oil easily. You can conveniently create Water from the Ice obtained through Scrap recycling, which facilitates this task. Position a Chemical Plant to generate Water, then direct this output to another Chemical Plant to generate Light Oil.
Utilizing multiple Offshore Pumps is advisable to ensure your Heavy Oil supply remains uninterrupted. Since these pumps are essentially free resources, taking the time to optimize your setup will significantly benefit your production lines.
For Holmium Plates, start by creating the Holmium Solution from Holmium Ore, Stone, and Ice (or Water). Feed the Holmium Solution into Assembly Machine 3 to craft Holmium Plates. To manage your production effectively, set a storage capacity limit for the Holmium Plates since you won’t need to produce excessive quantities. Note that Holmium Solution is also necessary for crafting Electrolytes later on.
Once you have amassed all the required materials, establish an Electromagnetic Plant to assemble the Superconductors, using it similarly to how you would use a Foundry in Vulcanus. Implement a blue logistics chest for smoother production management, ensuring you reserve space for future expansions as your resource needs grow.
Applications of Superconductors in Factorio 2.0
Superconductors serve as a fundamental element in crafting Supercapacitors and various other essential products. They facilitate the creation of advanced weapons like the Tesla Gun and Tesla Turret, as well as the Railgun and its turret variant once you access materials on the fourth planet.
Moreover, Superconductors enable upgrades to your armor through enhancements like the Mech Armor and Personal Roboport MK.2. Their most crucial function lies in manufacturing Supercapacitors, which are vital for generating the Electromagnetic Science Pack (the pink potion), unlocking new technologies for your progression in the game.
Given the significant demand for Superconductors—potentially numbering in the thousands—it’s imperative to prepare for expansion of your production facilities in Fulgora to meet future requirements.
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