Ship Parts
Complete reference for ship components: thrusters, reactors, batteries, air pumps, life support, tools, and specialized equipment.
Introduction
Ship parts in Ostranauts come from multiple brands with different characteristics. Minimum flight requirements include a navigation station, at least one thruster and intake, antenna, transponder, and a battery. Power systems range from basic batteries to fusion reactors providing infinite power and interplanetary torch drive thrust. Life support includes HVAC systems, air pumps, O2 pressure alarms, and CO2 filtration. Tools include cutters, screwdrivers, welders, prying and soldering tools, with power tools requiring brand-specific charged batteries.
Ship Component Brands
| Brand | Products | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Bingham | Batteries, EVA chargers | Reliable, charging stations at port |
| Gott | Batteries, power tools, angle grinder | Tools drain batteries quickly |
| Horang | PlastHak hacksaw, PlaScrew driver | Hand tools, reliable |
| Weber | Lance laser torch | Multi-function: cut + weld + solder |
| Halvorson | Friction stir welder | Specialized welding tool |
Component Categories
Power Systems
Batteries for basic ships; fusion reactor for infinite power and torch drive
Life Support
HVAC system, air pumps, O2 pressure alarms, RCS intakes and thrusters
Tools & Equipment
Cutters, screwdrivers, welders, prying tools; power tools need brand-specific batteries
Tools & Equipment
Cutters, screwdrivers, welders, prying tools; power tools need brand-specific charged batteries
Signal Boxes & Switches
SB-8011 signal boxes and power switches manage electrical routing between ship systems
Core Mechanics
Ship components come from multiple brands with varying characteristics. Bingham makes reliable batteries and EVA charging stations at port. Gott produces batteries and power tools that drain quickly — buy a Gott battery charger from the supplies shop. Horang makes hand tools like the PlastHak hacksaw and PlaScrew screwdriver. Weber produces the Lance laser torch (multi-function: cut + weld + solder). Halvorson makes the friction stir welder. Key note: the game prioritizes old hand tools over power tools when both are present — throw out hand tools to ensure power tools are used. Signal boxes (SB-8011) and power switches manage electrical routing.
Advantages
The multi-brand component system adds depth to equipment choices — each brand has strengths and weaknesses. The condition system creates a meaningful repair economy. Power tools dramatically improve efficiency over hand tools. The minimum flight requirements are clear and achievable, providing natural progression from basic battery power to fusion reactor technology. The tool-specific battery requirement (Gott tools need Gott batteries) adds logistical planning to operations.
Challenges
Basic components like O2 and CO2 sensors are frustratingly rare despite being essential for ship life support. Battery brand incompatibility (Gott tools need Gott batteries) adds unnecessary complexity. Hand tools being prioritized over power tools is a counter-intuitive mechanic that trips up new players. Component condition degrades over time requiring constant monitoring. The lack of item ID uniqueness checking means modded items may conflict with base game components. Power tools drain batteries quickly, requiring frequent recharging.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the minimum flight components?+
Why do my power tools not work?+
How do I get rare components like O2 sensors?+
Quick Tips
Gott tools drain batteries quickly — always buy a Gott battery charger from the Supply Kiosk
Throw out old hand tools: the game prioritizes them over power tools when both are in inventory
Bingham chargers at the port are for EVA suits; Gott chargers at Supply Kiosk for power tools
Nitrogen is cheaper than oxygen — use it to reduce oxygen loss when depressurizing rooms
The Miura Hydra RCS Intake Regulator is lost technology contraband — available from the Fixer
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