Comprehensive Guide to FICSITE Ingots in Satisfactory 1.0

FICSITE INGOT

Satisfactory 1.0 has introduced many exciting new features, including FICSITE Ingots.

Unlike regular ingots such as Iron, Copper, or Aluminum, FICSITE Ingots have a unique crafting process, production facilities, and resource needs that set them apart in Satisfactory.

This guide will explain what FICSITE Ingots are, how to make them, and which recipe might work best for your factory.

What are FICSITE Ingots?

FICSITE INGOT
FICSITE INGOT

FICSITE Ingots are key to making important parts in Satisfactory 1.0, especially “FICSITE Trion“.

FICSITE Trions are used to make Biochemical Sculptors, Neuro Quantum Processors, and Fixoni Fuel Rods.

While Fixoni Fuel Rods are the least efficient fuel rod, they have a big advantage: they use up plutonium and uranium waste, making them valuable for waste management and recycling in your factory.

Making FICSITE Ingots

Making FICSITE Ingots is different because you can’t use the usual Smelter, Refinery, or Foundry. Instead, you need a new machine called the “Converter“.

This new way of production adds more strategy to consider when making them.

Three Different Recipes:

1. FICSITE Ingot (Iron)

The first and simplest way to make FICSITE Ingots uses Iron.

Ingredients:

  • Iron Ingots
  • Reanimated SAM

For every 10 FICSITE Ingots per minute, you need:

  • 160 SAM
  • 130 Iron Ore (direct input) or 240 Iron Ore (using regular smelting)
  • 74 Water (optional for better iron production)

This method gives you options: you can choose between direct smelting or using water in a Refinery for more efficient iron ingot production.

Machine Setup:

  • 1 Converter
  • 1 Water Extractor
  • 4 Refineries (if using water)
  • 2 Constructors

This process needs 528 MW of power, with the Converter causing big power changes between 110 MW and 350 MW.

2. FICSITE Ingot (Criterium)

The second recipe uses Criterium to make FICSITE Ingots.

Ingredients:

  • Criterium Ingots
  • Reanimated SAM

For every 10 FICSITE Ingots per minute, you need:

  • 30 Reanimated SAM (uses 10 less SAM than the Iron recipe)
  • 80 Criterium Ore
  • 80 Water (for refined criterium)

Machine Setup:

  • 1 Converter
  • 1 Water Extractor
  • 4 Refineries (for Criterium Ore processing)
  • 2 Constructors

This method uses less power at 397 MW, making it more power-efficient.

3. FICSITE Ingot (Aluminum)

The third and more complex recipe involves Aluminum.

Ingredients:

  • Aluminum Ingots
  • Reanimated SAM

For every 10 FICSITE Ingots per minute, you need:

  • 80 SAM (much less than the other methods)
  • Extra resources for Aluminum ingot production:
    • 80 Boxite
    • 40 Water (initial)
    • 12 Water (recycled input)
    • 4 Crude Oil
    • 2.7 Polymer Resin (byproduct)

Machine Setup:

  • 1 Converter
  • 7 Water Extractors
  • 6 Refineries (for Aluminum processing)
  • 1 Constructor

This method uses only 133 MW for the Converter and is the most power-efficient of all three. However, it involves a more complex setup and extra resources like Crude Oil.

Good Locations for Resources

Efficient production of FICSITE Ingots also depends on finding good spots rich in needed resources. Here are strategic places to consider:

Iron-Rich Locations:

  • Grass Fields: Has six iron nodes nearby, though they’re low quality. Still gives a lot of iron ore with a Mark 3 miner.

Criterium-Rich Locations:

  • North Map (Dune Desert): Has a high-quality Criterium node along with normal and low-quality SAM nodes, and water sources nearby.
  • Swamps: Has groups of SAM nodes guarded by dangerous creatures, making resource gathering more challenging.

Aluminum Resources:

  • Found in many places on the map, Aluminum resources are plentiful but often need multiple steps for efficient gathering and production.

Comparing Recipes and Recommendations

Power Efficiency:

  • The Aluminum-based method is clearly the best for power efficiency, using only 133 MW.

Resource Availability:

  • Iron ores are more common throughout the game, making the iron-based method easier to use.

Water Usage:

  • The Aluminum recipe’s recycling approach greatly reduces initial water use to just 12 water per minute.

General Use and Overproduction:

  • If you have extra Aluminum or Criterium production, these recipes can be ideal for keeping efficiency and avoiding waste. The Aluminum recipe is especially good for big power savings, making it great for mass production if you already have an Aluminum-based factory setup.

Balancing Needs:

  • For players wanting a balanced approach, mixing the production of FICSITE Ingots using all three recipes could be the best strategy. By using different resources and recycling methods, you can optimize production across multiple factory parts.

Conclusion

FICSITE Ingots in Satisfactory 1.0 add an exciting new layer to the game’s resource management and production strategies.

By understanding the details of each recipe and smartly placing production facilities, you can ensure efficient and effective production of these important ingots.

Whether you focus on power efficiency with Aluminum, resource availability with Iron, or a balanced approach with Criterium, Satisfactory 1.0 has something for every player’s strategy.