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(updated for reduction of output with O2 fuel and addition of NO2 fuel. the 1kpa starting point is also probably too high now, since 1.2kpa is enough for full speed operation. removed the note about fuel buildup since it seems irrelevant now.)
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| recipe_cost1 = 50g [[Iron]], 10g [[Copper]]
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== Notes == <!--T:3-->
 
== Notes == <!--T:3-->
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* Use a pressure regulator on the input and start it as low as '''0.1kpa''' (Use a [[Labeller]] to enter decimal values), since it can be difficult to keep cool.
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* Power generation (as well as heat generated) scales with the amount of fuel available in the input pipe, up to a limit defined by the mix of gases used.  This is determined by the moles of gas available in the input, not the absolute pressure.
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* Recommended to connect to a [[Kit (Battery)]] and to automate it as backup power.<br>
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** With a standard fuel mix (33/67 O/H2) can generate up to 14kW. With NOS fuel mix (50/50 NOS/H2) this rises to 98kW with a volume of 99kpa.
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* Use a pressure regulator on the input is recommended. It should generally be set very low at first (potentially as low as as '''0.1kpa''', using a [[Labeller]] to enter decimal values), since it can be difficult to keep cool when run at full power.
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* Recommended to connect to a [[Kit (Battery)]] and to automate it as backup power.
 
* Can be used in conjunction with a [[Atmospherics#Electrolyzer |Electrolyzer]] to generate its fuel.
 
* Can be used in conjunction with a [[Atmospherics#Electrolyzer |Electrolyzer]] to generate its fuel.
 
* The output is a gas mix of CO2, [[Pollutant]]s, and tiny amounts of uncombusted fuel.  It is not water, as would be implied by its compatibility with the Electrolyzer.
 
* The output is a gas mix of CO2, [[Pollutant]]s, and tiny amounts of uncombusted fuel.  It is not water, as would be implied by its compatibility with the Electrolyzer.
 
* Requires to be placed in an atmosphere to work. Minimum pressure of 20 kPA and temperature ranging between 278-328 degrees Kelvin (5-55 Celsius)
 
* Requires to be placed in an atmosphere to work. Minimum pressure of 20 kPA and temperature ranging between 278-328 degrees Kelvin (5-55 Celsius)
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* With a standard fuel mix (33/67 O/H2) can generate up to 12kW. With NO2 fuel mix (50/50 NO2/H2) this rises to 18kW.
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** If the surrounding atmosphere is absent, of insufficient pressure, or outside of the necessary temperature range, the generator will run for one tick and then automatically turn itself off.  Since it does still produce power during that tick, the generator can be used in a complete vacuum at approximately half the maximum power output (since approximately every other tick it is turned off), but without any need to temperature regulate the surroundings, by using logic chips or an IC10 to force it to turn on again any time it is off.  A battery or other power storage system is required to ensure the logic circuitry remains powered even after the generator shuts itself off
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* Due to the magnitude of power generated, especially when using NOS fuel, heavy power cables are functionally required. If using multiple generators and/or NOS fuel while outputting to batteries, it is recommended to place 1 or 2 [[Transformer|Large Transformers]] between the generator(s) and the batteries to avoid burning out even heavy cable.  Two large transformers set just below their maximum setting will prevent the batteries from drawing enough power from the generators to burn out the heavy cables.
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* The generator has an internal volume of 10L.
  
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== Simple Overview ==
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[https://youtu.be/2zMG96J3prw Stationeers 98Kw Gas fuel generator]
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These are all [[:Category:Data Network|Data Network]] properties of this device.
 
These are all [[:Category:Data Network|Data Network]] properties of this device.
  
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| On || Boolean || Returns whether the Gas Generator is turned on. (0 for no, 1 for yes)
 
| On || Boolean || Returns whether the Gas Generator is turned on. (0 for no, 1 for yes)
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| RequiredPower || Float || ???
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| PowerGeneration || Float || Returns power production
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| TotalMoles || Interger || Returns total amount of fuel in moles
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Latest revision as of 04:51, 18 June 2024


Kit (Gas Fuel Generator)
ItemKitGasGenerator.png
Constructing Options Gas Fuel Generator
Properties
Stacks No
Recipes
Electronics Printer 50g Iron, 10g Copper
Logic
Prefab Hash 377745425
Prefab Name ItemKitGasGenerator



Gas Fuel Generator
Gas generator front.png
Prefab Hash 1165997963
Prefab Name StructureGasGenerator
Construction
Placed with Kit (Gas Fuel Generator)
Placed on Small Grid
Stage 1
Deconstruction
Deconstructed with Hand Drill
Item received Kit (Gas Fuel Generator)



Description[edit]

As the big brother of the Portable Generator the Gas Generator requires fuel and outputs crazy amounts of power if you don't throttle its gas input.

Notes[edit]

  • Power generation (as well as heat generated) scales with the amount of fuel available in the input pipe, up to a limit defined by the mix of gases used. This is determined by the moles of gas available in the input, not the absolute pressure.
    • With a standard fuel mix (33/67 O/H2) can generate up to 14kW. With NOS fuel mix (50/50 NOS/H2) this rises to 98kW with a volume of 99kpa.
  • Use a pressure regulator on the input is recommended. It should generally be set very low at first (potentially as low as as 0.1kpa, using a Labeller to enter decimal values), since it can be difficult to keep cool when run at full power.
  • Recommended to connect to a Kit (Battery) and to automate it as backup power.
  • Can be used in conjunction with a Electrolyzer to generate its fuel.
  • The output is a gas mix of CO2, Pollutants, and tiny amounts of uncombusted fuel. It is not water, as would be implied by its compatibility with the Electrolyzer.
  • Requires to be placed in an atmosphere to work. Minimum pressure of 20 kPA and temperature ranging between 278-328 degrees Kelvin (5-55 Celsius)
    • If the surrounding atmosphere is absent, of insufficient pressure, or outside of the necessary temperature range, the generator will run for one tick and then automatically turn itself off. Since it does still produce power during that tick, the generator can be used in a complete vacuum at approximately half the maximum power output (since approximately every other tick it is turned off), but without any need to temperature regulate the surroundings, by using logic chips or an IC10 to force it to turn on again any time it is off. A battery or other power storage system is required to ensure the logic circuitry remains powered even after the generator shuts itself off
  • Due to the magnitude of power generated, especially when using NOS fuel, heavy power cables are functionally required. If using multiple generators and/or NOS fuel while outputting to batteries, it is recommended to place 1 or 2 Large Transformers between the generator(s) and the batteries to avoid burning out even heavy cable. Two large transformers set just below their maximum setting will prevent the batteries from drawing enough power from the generators to burn out the heavy cables.
  • The generator has an internal volume of 10L.

Videos[edit]

Simple Overview[edit]

Stationeers 98Kw Gas fuel generator

Data Network Properties[edit]

These are all Data Network properties of this device.

Data Parameters[edit]

These are all parameters, that can be written to with a Logic Writer or a Batch Writer. The outputs are listed in the order a Logic Writer's "VAR" setting cycles through them.

Parameter Name Data Type Description
Setting Float (Unknown) Affects the Setting output.
On Boolean Turns the Gas Generator on, when set to 1. Turns it off, when set to 0.

Data Outputs[edit]

These are all parameters, that can be read with a Logic Reader. The outputs are listed in the order a Logic Reader's "VAR" setting cycles through them.

Output Name Data Type Description
Power Boolean Returns whether the Gas Generator is turned on and receives power. (0 for no, 1 for yes)
Error Boolean Returns whether the Gas Generator is flashing an error. (0 for no, 1 for yes)
Pressure Float Returns the pressure in the Gas Generator in kilo pascal.
Temperature Float Returns the temperature in the Gas Generator in kelvin.
Setting Float (Unknown) Affected by the Setting parameter.
RatioOxygen Float Returns a range from 0.0 to 1.0. Returns the percentage ratio of the amount of oxygen in the Gas Generator.
RatioCarbonDioxide Float Returns a range from 0.0 to 1.0. Returns the percentage ratio of the amount of carbon dioxide in the Gas Generator.
RatioNitrogen Float Returns a range from 0.0 to 1.0. Returns the percentage ratio of the amount of nitrogen in the Gas Generator.
RatioPollutant Float Returns a range from 0.0 to 1.0. Returns the percentage ratio of the amount of pollutant in the Gas Generator.
RatioVolatiles Float Returns a range from 0.0 to 1.0. Returns the percentage ratio of the amount of volatiles in the Gas Generator.
RatioWater Float Returns a range from 0.0 to 1.0. Returns the percentage ratio of the amount of water in the Gas Generator.
Maximum Integer (Unknown) Returns 100.
Ratio Float (Unknown) Returns 0.5.
On Boolean Returns whether the Gas Generator is turned on. (0 for no, 1 for yes)
RequiredPower Float  ???
PowerGeneration Float Returns power production
TotalMoles Interger Returns total amount of fuel in moles
RationNitrousOxide Float Same as above
PrefabHash
Combustion
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