Mechanical components are important items for crafting and upgrading your gear. You will need them to make better equipment and improve your workbench. They are not common, so knowing where to find or craft them will help a lot. In this guide, we will explain what mechanical components are, where you can get them, how to make them at your base, and some simple tips to collect and use them efficiently.
Mechanical Components
Mechanical components are special crafting materials used to make and upgrade different items in ARC Raiders. You will need them for things like your workbench and other gear improvements. When you spot them, grab them. They play a key role in unlocking better crafting options and upgrading your setup as you progress through the game.
All Mechanical Component Locations
Mechanical components are essential for crafting and upgrading in ARC Raiders. You can either loot them in mechanical fields or craft them at your base once you have the right materials. There are two main ways to get mechanical components: looting them in the world or crafting them at your base.
Looting in Mechanical Fields
The easiest way is by exploring areas called Mechanical Fields. These zones are scattered around the map and often packed with loot stashes. If you see one marked on your map, it’s one of the best spots to find mechanical components.
Crafting in the Refinery
If you’ve unlocked the Refinery at your base, you can also craft mechanical components yourself. You will need 15 metal parts and 3 steel springs to make one. Once you give those ingredients, it takes around 10 minutes for a mechanical component to finish crafting.
How to Use Mechanical Components
Mechanical components are mainly used for upgrading your workbench and improving your gear. When you’re crafting or upgrading something, check the material list, you will often see mechanical components as a requirement.
Tips
These upgrades are worth the effort since they open up new crafting options and better equipment. Here, are few tips for managing mechanical components in ARC Raiders.
- Check your stash first: Always know how many mechanical components you already have before heading out.
- Keep farming materials: Stock up on metal parts and steel springs so you can craft mechanical components anytime.
- Prioritize looting early: When exploring or doing missions, keep an eye out for crafting materials.
- Stay efficient: Even if you can’t find the components directly, collect their ingredients whenever possible.
- Don’t skip upgrades: If a recipe needs mechanical components and you’re short, it’s worth taking the time to find or craft them.
It’s also worth noting that the refinery system was available during the May playtest but was removed in October, however, it’s expected to return in the full release.
