What to know

  • Steel Spring is an uncommon resource mainly found in industrial areas.
  • It is used to craft various weapon mods and advanced mechanical components.
  • Steel Springs can be recycled into metal parts (3 per spring).
  • Best farming spots include industrial zones and certain complex locations with machinery.

Steel Spring is an uncommon crafting material vital for weapon modifications and mechanical upgrades in ARC Raiders. Understanding where to locate them and how to utilize and recycle them efficiently can enhance your crafting capabilities and save you resources.

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ARC Raiders Steel Spring: Details

Attribute Detail
Item Name Steel Spring
Item Type Crafting Material (Uncommon)
Stack Size 15
Weight Moderate
Found In Industrial loot pools, mechanical zones
Sell Value 300
Primary Use Craft weapon mods, create advanced mechanical components
Recycling Output 3× Metal Parts
Common Sources Industrial areas, salvaging cushions, cooling coils, rusted tools

ARC Raiders Steel Spring: Locations

Steel Springs primarily spawn in industrial and mechanical areas. You will often find them:

Location Description Tips
Hydroponic Dome Complex Industrial complex with shelves Loot shelves where springs spawn in stacks of three
Power Generation Plant Facility with machinery and tech Check mechanical rooms and equipment areas
Water Treatment Facility Near water treatment buildings Consistent spawns near generators and pipes
Blue Gate Village Residential and village houses Houses have mechanical loot containers and salvage items
Buried City Various houses and industrial zones Good for farming cushions and rusted tools
Trader Celeste Seller of crafting materials Buy up to 10 Steel Springs per day using seeds

ARC Raiders Steel Spring: Uses

Steel Springs serve several key crafting roles:

Crafting

Crafting weapon mods like extended magazines and other upgrades. Combining with mechanical components (usually with a refiner) to craft advanced mechanical components required for higher-tier crafting.

Recyling

Recycling Steel Springs grants metal parts, which are a fundamental crafting resource.

Selling for credits

Selling a Steel Spring gets you 300 Raider coins.

ARC Raiders Steel Spring: Farming Tips

  • Focus your farming in industrial and mechanical zones where Steel Springs spawn more reliably.
  • Salvage items such as cushions, cooling coils, and rusted tools regularly as they yield Steel Springs.
  • Use perception-enhancing gear to spot loot containers faster.
  • Visit players' hubs or events where complex looting opportunities may be available.
  • When available, purchase from traders like Celeste to supplement your resource stock.