StarRupture Production & Automation Guide
Automation in StarRupture is more than just moving items from A to B; it's about survival. Efficient production lines ensure you have the ammo, fuel, and tech needed to withstand the hostile storms of Arcadia-7. This guide covers the 2026 Production Planner and optimal factory layouts.
⚙️ Factory Fundamentals
- Nodes: Infinite resource points that require specialized extraction drills.
- Logistics: Conveyor belts and pipes use "smart-routing" logic to prevent bottlenecks.
- Power Grid: Factories require a stable energy supply (Solar, Thermal, or Biomass).
- Rupture Cycles: Your factory must be shielded or reinforced to survive periodic "Rupture" events.
The 2026 Production Planner
Use these reference rows for your first automation lines. Their inputs are relative ratios; the table does not provide enough recipe timing or yield data to turn those ratios into exact per-minute feed rates.
| Material | Input Ratio | Output / Min | Power Req |
|---|---|---|---|
| Refined Arc-Plating | 2x Iron, 1x Carbon | 15 units | 50 kW |
| Thermal Cells | 3x Copper, 2x Silicon | 10 units | 75 kW |
| Bio-Lubricant | 4x Local Flora, 1x Water | 20 units | 30 kW |
StarRupture benchmark production planner
Scale one of the three benchmark rows from this guide to your desired output per minute. Inputs remain relative ratios because these page-level benchmarks are not a complete recipe database.
Building the "3-Minute Automated Core"
For players just starting their dedicated server journey, follow this "no-filler" blueprint for a self-sustaining base:
- Extraction: Place 3 iron Drills and 2 Copper Drills on the nearest nodes.
- Smelting: Route these to a centralized Smeltery hub. Always use a 3:2 ratio for Smelters to Drills early on.
- Container Buffer: Use **Industrial Crates** as buffers between your Smelters and Fabricators. This prevents production dips during Ruptures.
- Automation Logic: Set your Fabricators to "Maintain Inventory" Mode so they only consume power when supplies are low.
🏭 Vertical Integration
Arcadia-7 nodes are often cramped. Use **Elevated Conveyors** to build multi-story factories, placing raw processing on the ground and final assembly on the roof.
🛡️ Rupture Proofing
Don't build long, exposed belts. Enclose your logistics in **Storage Tunnels** to prevent storm damage from disrupting your supply chain.
Advanced Automation Scaling
As you progress to Tier 3, you will unlock **Logic Controllers**. These allows you to:
- Redirect power to essential defenses when batteries are low.
- Prioritize Ammo production over Luxury Refinement during night cycles.
- Automatically shut down non-essential drills to reduce noise (which attracts hostile wildlife).
Troubleshooting Automation
Why are my belts stuttering?
This is often a "Server Tick" issue on dedicated servers with low CPU priority. Ensure your server has at least 4 cores dedicated to StarRupture, or reduce the number of visual belt animations in settings.
My Drills stopped working!
Check the **Stability Reading** of the node. Over-clocking drills can deplete a node's "recharge rate," causing it to go dormant for 5-10 minutes.
How do I share Blueprints?
StarRupture supports blueprint export/import. Copy the string from your Constructor and paste it into the server's shared Discord or wiki to help your teammates.
Next Steps
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