Fluid Tank
Storage Building • Tier 2
Overview
Fluid Tanks are specialized storage vessels designed to safely contain liquids and gases used in industrial processes throughout StarRupture. Unlike standard storage boxes that hold solid items, these pressurized containers can store water, crude oil, refined fuel, acids, and various chemical compounds essential for advanced manufacturing. The tank's transparent glass sections allow visual monitoring of fluid levels, while its steel construction ensures safe containment of even hazardous materials. Fluid Tanks are critical infrastructure for any base using chemical processors, fuel generators, or water-dependent production systems.
Stats
| Tier | 2 |
|---|---|
| Power | No power required |
| Category | Storage |
Building Cost
- Steel Plate x15 - Craft at Assembler
- Glass x10 - Craft from sand (for level indicators)
- Pipe x5 - Craft from Iron Ingots (for connections)
- No power required for storage
- Requires "Fluid Systems" technology (250 DP)
- Build time: 12 seconds
Usage Details
- Capacity: 10,000 fluid units (equivalent to 100 barrels)
- Fluid Types: Water, crude oil, refined fuel, acids, gases
- Pipe Connections: Input and output ports for automated flow
- Pressure Rating: Safely contains pressurized gases up to 50 PSI
- Visual Indicator: Glass panels show current fill level
- Multi-Fluid: Can only store one fluid type at a time
Strategy Tips
- Build separate tanks for each fluid type - never mix
- Place water tanks near chemical processors and farms
- Fuel tanks should be near power generators for efficiency
- Connect tanks with pipes for automated fluid transfer
- Build buffer tanks between production and consumption
- Minimum 2 tanks per fluid type for redundancy
- Label tanks clearly to avoid mixing fluids
- Essential for large-scale fuel production and storage