What is the Cooling Fan?

The Cooling Fan is classified as a Rare item. Its main value comes from being recyclable into crafting materials, which you’ll need for upgrading certain projects or building advanced equipment.

In terms of game stats, each Cooling Fan:

• Weighs 3.0 units

• Can stack up to 3

• Sells for 2,000 coins if you decide to sell it instead of using it

• Is categorized under Technological items

Unlike common crafting materials like Wires or Durable Cloth, you won’t find Cooling Fans everywhere. They’re limited and usually tied to specific scavenging sources.

Where Can You Find Cooling Fans?

In practice, most players get Cooling Fans from scavenging Server Racks. This is almost always your best bet if you’re looking to farm them efficiently. Based on my experience, the drop rate is not extremely high, so expect to check several racks before you get a full stack.

Here’s what works in practice:

• Server Racks: Found in technological zones or near mission hubs. Check these thoroughly, especially in rooms with multiple racks.

• Technological Crates: Occasionally, you’ll find Cooling Fans in crates or boxes that are clearly labeled as tech-related. Always prioritize these during scavenging runs.

For players looking to save time, some also turn to buying items from other players or the in-game marketplace, although this can be expensive depending on server economy.

How to Use Cooling Fans in Projects

Cooling Fans are not just for selling; they are key components in certain project stages. One common use is in the Core System → Framework upgrade path:

• Stage 2 of Core System requires:

  • 35 Durable Cloth

  • 30 Wires

  • 30 Electrical Components

  • 5 Cooling Fans

Once you have them, you can complete the upgrade to Stage 3, which unlocks more advanced building and crafting options. If you’re short on Cooling Fans, focus your scavenging efforts on areas with multiple Server Racks, or consider trading for them if the server economy allows.

In some cases, players who want faster progression may choose to buy Vulcano blueprint from the marketplace, which can indirectly reduce the need to farm Cooling Fans for certain high-level builds.

Recycling and Salvaging Cooling Fans

When you’re in a pinch or just want materials for other crafting, Cooling Fans can be recycled or salvaged:

• Recycling: Breaks down a Cooling Fan into:

  • 14 Plastic Parts

  • 4 Wires

• Salvaging: Gives back only 4 Wires

From experience, recycling is generally more valuable unless you specifically need Wires. If you are building multiple advanced projects, recycling a stack of Cooling Fans can provide enough Plastic Parts and Wires for a few stages of upgrades.

Tips from Experience

Based on my time in the game, here are some practical tips for finding and using Cooling Fans efficiently:

1. Plan Your Scavenging Runs: Identify high-density Server Rack areas and clear them in one session rather than hopping around. This reduces wasted time.

2. Check Every Technological Source: Even if a crate looks like it might only drop common components, it can occasionally have Cooling Fans.

3. Stack Wisely: Since each stack holds 3 Cooling Fans, plan your inventory before going on long scavenging runs.

4. Use Recycling Strategically: Don’t automatically recycle everything. Hold some Cooling Fans for future projects that specifically need them.

5. Leverage Marketplace Options: If farming is too slow, consider acquiring Cooling Fans via trades or by using related blueprints. Sometimes it’s more efficient to progress by buying Vulcano blueprint, which reduces dependency on raw materials.

Cooling Fans are rare, technological items in Arc Raiders that are mainly used for crafting and upgrading projects. Your primary source is Server Racks, and the best way to collect them is by targeting areas dense with tech materials. They can be recycled for Plastic Parts and Wires, or salvaged for a smaller number of Wires. Practical player strategies involve planning scavenging routes, keeping stacks organized, and sometimes using the marketplace to supplement supply. Remember, if your goal is faster progression, acquiring related blueprints like the Vulcano blueprint can reduce the grind for Cooling Fans.

By keeping these tips in mind, you can optimize your scavenging, manage your inventory efficiently, and make steady progress in crafting high-level gear.

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