Methane Cell Cracker
A compact cracking and sealing line that converts cryogenic methane into zinc-protected fuel cells.
productionTier 1 of 4methane_cell_cracker
Stats
CategoryProduction
Level1
Build Cost105,000 cr
Build Time90 ticks
Labor Cost9
Always OnNo
Power Draw1
Life Support Draw1
Build Materials
Produces
Synthesize Methane Fuel CellsConsumables
1.6 ticks · Facility only
Upgrade Chain (4 tiers)
| Tier | Facility | Build Cost | Build Time | Labor | Power | Life Sup. | Materials |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L1 | Methane Cell Crackerthis tier | 105,000 | 90 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 3 |
| L2 | Methane Fuel Refinery | 610,000 | 200 | 20 | 2 | 1 | 4 |
| L3 | Methane Fuel Factory | 1,290,000 | 255 | 35 | 4 | 1 | 5 |
| L4 | Methane Conversion Complex | 2,690,000 | 315 | 50 | 6 | 1 | 6 |
Each tier is built by upgrading the one below it. Cost, build time and power draw climb with the tier; the recipe it runs stays the same.