What to know

  • Rarity: Uncommon.
  • Item type: Topside Material (Weapon-mod component) and recyclable resource.
  • Found in containers during standard loot runs (especially in residential/commercial/light-industrial zones) rather than exclusive boss drops.
  • Used as part of crafting recipes for weapon mods (e.g., grips, stocks) at the Gunsmith bench.

In ARC Raiders, you’ll gather a variety of materials across extraction runs. Duct Tape stands out because it bridges between utility crafting (weapon mods) and recyclable resources (fabric). Because of its moderate rarity, it’s not as common as basic materials but not as rare as high-tier components. Knowing where to find and how to use it gives you a tangible advantage in your gear progression.

ARC Raiders Duct Tape details

Feature Description
Item Name Duct Tape
Item Type Topside Material/Crafting Component
Rarity Uncommon
Stack Size 15 (max)
Weight ~0.25 kg
Found In Standard loot pools (commercial/residential containers)
Primary Use Crafting weapon mods (under-barrel, stocks, grips)
Recycle Output 1× Duct Tape → 3× Fabric
Sell Value 300 currency units approx.

ARC Raiders Duct Tape locations

Duct Tape appears in general loot containers across multiple map types. Since it’s not limited to arc-machine zones, you can reliably pick it up in a variety of environments. Use your specified maps below:

Map Primary Zones to Search Tips
Dam Battleground Staff quarters, maintenance rooms, light industrial containers After major objectives, sweep adjacent support rooms for light loot.
Blue Gate Commercial zones, shop-like areas, peripheral offices Focus on shelving units, lockers in non-hazard areas.
Buried City Abandoned apartments, hallway side-rooms, residential crates Less combat risk—good for loot-focused runs.
Spaceport Staff living modules, cargo-mall zones, maintenance depots Look in areas away from heavy machine traffic for easier looting.

How to use Duct Tape in ARC Raiders

Crafting (Weapon Mods)

Duct Tape is required in the Gunsmith bench for certain mod recipes:

  • 6× Plastic Parts + 1× Duct Tape → Angled Grip I (Gunsmith 1)
  • 7× Rubber Parts + 1× Duct Tape → Stable Stock I (Gunsmith 1)
  • 6× Plastic Parts + 1× Duct Tape → Vertical Grip I (Gunsmith 1)
Recycling output
  • 1× Duct Tape → 3× Fabric
Salvaging output
  • 1× Duct Tape → 1× Fabric

Tips for faster Duct Tape farming

  • Prioritize runs where you clear light/residential zones where weapon-mod loot is likely rather than heavy machine-only areas.
  • Keep inventory space open for uncommon items like Duct Tape. Because it stacks to 15, you can accumulate several in a run.
  • If your team clears major threats quickly, divert to less contested zones on the map (shops, offices) to find Duct Tape while others push for rare drops.
  • If you find multiple rolls and you already have what you need for mods, recycle the extras early to convert into fabric and free inventory.
  • Track crafting needs: if you plan to craft multiple weapon mods, gather Duct Tape ahead of time so you’re not short when the recipe shows up.