Steel Plate

Steel Plate represents the transition from basic construction to advanced engineering in StarRupture. This reinforced material combines iron with carbon to create plating that is significantly stronger and more durable than basic iron components. Steel plates are essential for mid to late-game progression, required for everything from defensive structures to vehicle construction. Their production marks a major milestone in base development, as they enable the construction of facilities that can withstand serious threats.

Primary Method: Craft at an Assembler using Iron Ingots and Carbon.

Detailed Methods:

• Primary Method: Craft at Assembler using 3 Iron Ingots + 1 Carbon = 1 Steel Plate
• Requires unlocking "Metal Construction" technology (150 DP)
• Assembler must be powered to operate (50 kW)
• Carbon obtained from coal deposits or by processing organic materials
• Production time: 10 seconds per plate at standard assembler
• Can be found rarely in military supply crates and abandoned facilities

Primary Uses:

• Advanced buildings
• Vehicle armor
• Defense structures

Detailed Applications:

• Advanced Buildings: Construct reinforced walls, floors, and ceilings
• Defense Structures: Build turrets, bunkers, and fortified positions
• Vehicle Components: Essential for rover chassis and armor plating
• Heavy Machinery: Required for advanced assemblers and processors
• Weapon Crafting: Used in assault rifles and heavy weapons
• Export Value: High DP value when exported to Nexus Industries

Stack Size: 50