What to know

  • Found mainly in industrial loot zones and mechanical containers.
  • Classified as a Recyclable Rare Item.
  • Used for crafting and upgrading tech-based gear.
  • Recycling yields valuable Metal Parts and Electronic Components.

Cooling Coils are a key mid-tier resource, bridging early scavenging with tech upgrades. Their rarity makes them essential for crafters who rely on mechanical components and metal recovery to maintain weapon progression.

ARC Raiders Cooling Coil Details

SpecificationDetails
Item NameCooling Coil
Item TypeRecyclable Mechanical Component
RarityRare
Stack Size3
Weight~2.0 kg
Found InIndustrial Loot Pool (Toolboxes, Mechanical Crates, Lockers)
Primary UseCrafting and upgrading advanced mechanical gear
Recycle Output6× Metal Parts, 2× Electronic Components
Best MapsDam Battlegrounds, Spaceport, Buried City
Sell ValueMedium Credits
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Cooling Coil Location in ARC Raiders

Cooling Coils spawn in the Industrial Loot Pool, meaning they’re often located in high-mechanical zones, tool sheds, maintenance areas, and containers near heavy equipment. Prioritize large facilities and vehicle depots for better chances.

Map: Dam Battlegrounds

  • Key Areas: Water Treatment Plant, Scrap Yard, Control Rooms
  • Tips: Check toolboxes, crates, and floor-level containers near broken pumps and machinery.

Map: Spaceport

  • Key Areas: Maintenance Bay, Docking Storage, Engineering Hall
  • Tips: Look inside metallic lockers and supply shelves around grounded ships and control bays.
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Map: Buried City

  • Key Areas: Service Corridors, Repair Tunnels, Train Yards
  • Tips: Scan dimly lit corners near damaged ventilation or generator units for industrial spawns.

How to use Cooling Coil in ARC Raiders

Cooling Coils are primarily used in crafting and upgrade recipes for mid-tier gear. They’re often part of component bundles for enhancing mechanical or energy-based weapons.

You’ll need:

  • Cooling Coil × 2–3
  • Electronic Parts × 4
  • Metal Parts × 6

If recycled, you’ll receive:

  • 6× Metal Parts
  • 2× Electronic Components

Keep at least a few Cooling Coils stocked before recycling — certain blueprint upgrades later require multiple units.

Tips for faster Cooling Coil farming

  • Focus on industrial and mechanical loot zones — avoid residential or civilian areas.
  • Use Safe Pocket slots for rare finds to prevent loss on death.
  • Run lightweight to improve speed during extraction runs.
  • Check containers near vehicles — they have higher mechanical drop rates.
  • Farm during low-population hours to reduce competition.
  • Mark industrial zones on your map for future quick runs.