Assembly Machine
The assembly machine (also referred to as the assembler) is a 3x3 pseudo-multiblock machine that is used in every stage of the game, with it being used to manufacture practically every other complex machine. The assembly machine selects a recipe to designate the item it will produce, it will then assemble the product within a specified period of time indicated on the recipe. If there is a solid block placed on top, a frame appears.
Crafting
It is made with a tier 2 anvil and higher from components that do not require an assembly machine:
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It can also be made with another assembly machine, though the assembly recipe slightly differs from the anvil one:
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Usage
The GUI of the assembly machine can be accessed by right clicking it. All ports can be used to insert and eject fluids and items, and insert power.
Recipes can be selected using the button with the template folder icon on it. When selected, it will show a preview of the items needed to complete the recipe. Some recipes require blueprints to be inserted in the blueprint slot in order to appear in the recipe selector, those being:
- Gerald the Construction Android
- Radiation-Powered Engine
- All plates
- Soyuz-FG
- Orbital Module
- .50 BMG Round (Starmetal)
Blueprints can be made by using blueprint booklets that are found in structures around the world, using one will create a random blueprint and consume the item.
Trivia
- Upon crafting an assembly machine, the player will be rewarded with the Bobmazon fabrication achievement when crafted.
- Most recipes only consume 100HE/t, except for Expensive Mode recipes.