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This guide is not intended to cover advanced construction. For a list of advanced machinery and their parts, see the Guide to Advanced Construction.

Guide to Construction

In order to fill many roles (such as Station Engineer), or to just snazz up your sweet maintenance bar, you're going to need to know how to build things!

This guide will cover all the basic tools and their uses (as well as special things they can do) along with a list of basic structures and how to build/deconstruct them.

First and foremost it's important to become familiar with all the tools involved in construction! Please consult the list below.

Construction Tools

A quick rundown of basic tools and their more advanced counterparts.

Basic Tool Advanced Tool Usage Notes
Crowbar

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Jaws of Life

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Prying things in/out of place
  • Can pry open unpowered airlocks/lift floor tiles
  • Jaws of Life can pry open powered airlocks
  • Can be used to remove damaged electronics
  • Jaws of Life performs actions faster
Wirecutters

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Jaws of Life

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Snipping wires/grilles
  • Can snip fingertips off gloves
  • Jaws of Life performs actions faster
Welding Tool

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Experimental Welding Tool

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Welding/slicing metal
  • Can seal airlocks/vents while on harm intent
  • Can repair structures while on help intent
  • Can repair robotic limbs (brute)
  • Experimental welder regenerates fuel
Cable Coil

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Cable Layer

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Wiring systems together
  • Can repair robotic limbs (burn)
  • Cable Layer rapidly spools and lays cable
Screwdriver

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Power Drill

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Securing/opening panels
  • Can open airlock panels for Hacking
  • Can open vents to slide paper into them
  • Power Drill performs actions faster
Wrench

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Power Drill

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Ratcheting/unsecuring objects
  • Used to deconstruct most things
  • Can secure/unsecure most machinery
  • Power Drill performs actions faster
Multitool

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N/A Modifying/specifying special parameters
  • Used to connect systems together
  • Can toggle certain machinery on/off
Rapid Construction Device

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Combat RCD

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Rapid construction/deconstruction
  • Combat RCD issued to ERT engineers. Has improved magazine (500 material)
  • Can select from a variety of different structures
  • Can deconstructed most basic structures (walls, windows, floors)
Pipe Dispenser

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Rapid Piping Device

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Dispensing disposal/air pipes.
  • Dispenses unfastened pipes
  • Dispenser must be anchored to dispense pipes.
  • No magazine/material limit on RPD or dispenser.
  • Bluespace RPD upgrade can dispense pipes at range.

Wiring

Now that we've gone over the list of tools, it's important to understand how wiring in SS13 functions.

Outside of its use in repairing robotic limbs, mechs, and other things, cable coil is primarily used to route power to APCs and SMES arrays around the station.

  • APCs are the power terminals located in each room that provide electricity to the Lighting, Equipment, and Environment systems for a designated area.
  • APCs utilize a charging system and contain a single cell (a battery) that charges from the power grid that it's connected to.
  • APCs which are not connected to the grid by wiring or APCs which receive insufficient levels of power will lose battery life.
  • Wiring is used to connect APCs to the SMES arrays which gain charge from power sources (such as the engine) and distribute electricity.

As we can see making sure we're properly wiring things is integral to the function of equipment and the station in general. If things are wired inappropriately, the APC may not receive power and the area you're either creating or repairing will be left in the dark.

There are however a few important caveats before you start any wiring project.

  • Wires connected to an active electrical grid will shock you and cause burn damage.
  • Budget insulated gloves will either reduce or multiply damage from shocks.
  • Insulated gloves will protect from electrical shocks entirely.

Basic Wiring

Node Wiring

Station Piping

Scrubbers/Supply

Disposals Network

Base Materials

A list of base materials used in construction.

Object Materials Construction Deconstruction
Metal Sheet

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  • N/A
  • Ore Redemption Machine (Iron)
  • N/A
Glass Sheet

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  • N/A
  • Ore Redemption Machine (Sand)
  • N/A
Wood Plank

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  • N/A
  • Apply hatchet to tower-cap logs
  • N/A
Metal Rods (2)

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  • 1 Metal
  • Use metal in-hand
  • Select "metal rods"
  • Apply active welding tool
    • 1 metal returned per 2 rods
Reinforced Glass

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  • 1 Glass
  • 1 Rod
  • Hold rod(s) in hand
  • Apply rods to glass sheet(s)
  • N/A
Plasma Glass

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  • N/A
  • Ore Redemption Machine (Plasma + Sand)
  • N/A
Reinforced Plasma Glass

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  • 1 Plasma Glass
  • 1 Rod
  • Hold rod(s) in hand
  • Apply rods to plasma glass sheet(s)
  • N/A
Plasteel

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  • N/A
  • Ore Redemption Machine (Plasma + Iron)
  • N/A
Plastitanium

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  • N/A
  • Ore Redemption Machine (Plasma + Titanium)
  • N/A
Plastitanium Glass

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  • N/A
  • Ore Redemption Machine (Sand + Plasma + Titanium)
  • N/A
Titanium Glass

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  • N/A
  • Ore Redemption Machine (Sand + Titanium)
  • N/A
Plastic

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  • N/A
  • N/A

Metal Constructions

A list of constructions that only involve the use of metal sheets.

Object Materials Construction Deconstruction
Lattice

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  • 2 Metal Rods
  • Hold rods in-hand
  • Apply to space tile
  • Apply welder (1 rod returned)
Catwalk

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  • 2 Metal Rods
  • Hold rods in-hand
  • Apply metal rods to lattice
  • Apply screwdriver (1 rod returned)
  • Apply welder (1 rod returned)
Plating

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  • 1 Floor Tile
  • Hold floor tile in-hand
  • Apply floor tile to lattice
  • N/A
Reinforced Floor

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  • 2 Metal Rods
  • Hold rods in-hand
  • Apply to plating tile
  • Apply wrench (2 rods returned)
Grille

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  • 2 Metal Rods
  • Use rods in-hand
  • Select "grille"
  • Apply wirecutters (2 rods returned)
Wall

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  • 4 Metal
  • Use metal in-hand
  • Select "wall girders"
  • Apply metal to girder
  • Apply welder (1 metal returned)
  • Apply wrench (1 metal returned)
False Wall

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  • 4 Metal
  • Use metal in-hand
  • Select "wall girders"
  • Apply crowbar to girder
  • Apply metal to girder
  • Apply welder (1 metal returned)
  • Apply wrench
  • Apply wrench (1 metal returned)
Floor Tiles (4)

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  • 1 Metal
  • Use metal in-hand
  • Select "floor tiles"
  • Apply floor tiles to plating
  • Apply crowbar to lift floor tiles
Stool/Chair

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  • 1 Metal
  • Use metal in-hand
  • Select "stool" or "chair"
  • Apply wrench (1 metal returned)
Sofa

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  • 1 Metal
  • Use metal in-hand
  • Select "sofa (direction)"
  • Apply wrench (1 metal returned)
Wheelchair

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  • 15 Metal
  • Use metal in-hand
  • Select "Wheelchair"
  • Apply wrench (1 metal returned)
Bed

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  • 2 Metal
  • Use metal in-hand
  • Select "bed"
  • Apply wrench (2 metal returned)
Psychiatrist's Bed

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  • 5 Metal
  • Use metal in-hand
  • Select "chair"
  • Apply wrench (5 metal returned)
Office Chair

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  • 5 Metal
  • Use metal in-hand
  • Select "office chairs"
  • Select desired sub-type
  • Apply wrench (5 metal returned)
Comfy Chair

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  • 2 Metal
  • Use metal in-hand
  • Select "comfy chairs"
  • Select desired sub-type
  • Apply wrench (2 metal returned)
Barber's Chair

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  • 3 Metal
  • Use metal in-hand
  • Select "barber chair"
  • Apply wrench (3 metal returned)
Rack

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  • 1 Metal
  • Use metal in-hand
  • Select "rack parts"
  • Use "rack parts" object in-hand
  • Apply wrench (returns rack parts)
  • Apply wrench again (1 metal returned)
Closet

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  • 2 Metal
  • Use metal in-hand
  • Select "closet"
  • Toggle locker to open state
  • Apply active welding tool (2 metal returned)
Canister

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  • 10 Metal
  • Use metal in-hand
  • Select "canister"
  • Break canister with a welding tool
  • Apply active welding tool (3 metal returned)
Light Switch
  • 1 Metal
  • Use metal in-hand
  • Select "light switch frame"
  • Apply light switch to adjacent wall
  • Apply wrench
  • Apply wrench (1 metal returned)
Light Switch
  • 1 Metal
  • Use metal in-hand
  • Select "light switch frame"
  • Apply light switch to adjacent wall
  • Apply wrench
  • Apply wrench (1 metal returned)
Mass Driver Button
  • 1 Metal
  • Use metal in-hand
  • Select "mass driver button frame"
  • Apply mass driver button to adjacent wall
  • Use multitool to link button to driver
  • Apply wrench
  • Apply wrench (1 metal returned)

Mixed Constructions

A list of constructions that involve the use of metal sheets as a starting component.

Object Materials Construction Deconstruction
Table
Reinforced Table
Fancy Table
Computer Console
Modular Console
Machine
Automated Turret
Firelock
Airlock
Meatspike
Light Fixture
APC
Air Alarm
Fire Alarm
Intercom
Extinguisher Cabinet
Grenade

Glass Constructions

A list of constructions that only involve the use of glass or reinforced glass sheets.

Object Materials Construction Deconstruction
Fishbowl
  • 1 Glass
  • Use glass in-hand
  • Select "fishbowl"
  • Apply wrench (1 glass returned)
Fish Tank
  • 3 Glass
  • Use glass in-hand
  • Select "fish tank"
  • Apply wrench (3 glass returned)
Wall Aquarium
  • 4 Glass
  • Use glass in-hand
  • Select "wall aquarium"
  • Apply wrench (4 glass returned)
Directional Window

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  • 1 Glass

OR

  • 1 Plasma Glass
  • Use glass in-hand
  • Select "directional window"
  • Fasten with screwdriver

OR

  • Hold glass in-hand
  • Click on constructed grille
  • Fasten with screwdriver
  • Unsecure with screwdriver
  • Apply wrench (1 material returned)
Fulltile Window

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  • 2 Glass

OR

  • 2 Plasma Glass
  • Use glass in-hand
  • Select "fulltile window"
  • Fasten with screwdriver
  • Unsecure with screwdriver
  • Apply wrench (2 material returned)
Directional Window (Reinforced)

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  • 1 Reinforced Glass

OR

  • 1 Reinforced Plasma Glass
  • Use reinforced glass in-hand
  • Select "directional window"
  • Apply screwdriver, crowbar, then screwdriver

OR

  • Hold reinforced glass in-hand
  • Click on constructed grille
  • Apply screwdriver, crowbar, then screwdriver
  • Unsecure with screwdriver, crowbar, then screwdriver
  • Apply wrench (1 material returned)
Fulltile Window (Reinforced)

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  • 2 Reinforced Glass

OR

  • 2 Reinforced Plasma Glass
  • Use reinforced glass in-hand
  • Select "fulltile window"
  • Apply screwdriver, crowbar, then screwdriver
  • Unsecure with screwdriver, crowbar, then screwdriver
  • Apply wrench (2 material returned)

Mixed Constructions

A list of constructions that involve the use of glass or reinforced glass sheets as a starting component.

Object Materials Construction Deconstruction
Windoor

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Plasteel/Other Constructions

A list of constructions that only involve the use of special materials such as plasteel.

Object Materials Construction Deconstruction
Surgery Table
Metal Crate
Titanium Window
Plastitanium Window
Plastitanium Wall
Plastitanium Tiles (4)

Mixed Constructions

A list of constructions that involve the use of special materials as a starting component.

Object Materials Construction Deconstruction
Heat-Proof Wall
AI Core
Bomb Assembly
Mass Driver
Airlock

Wood Constructions

A list of constructions that involve the use of wood planks as a starting component.

Object Materials Construction Deconstruction