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QT-RTG QT-RTG
QT-RTG
Details
Tier Small
Group Item
Type Power Generation

The QT-RTG is a power generation item in Astroneer that supplies a constant stream of power, but without any fuel needs. It is a smaller version of the RTG that takes up a Tier-1 slot, and can be put inside the player's backpack.

Source[]

The QT-RTG can be acquired in multiple ways:

In Creative Mode, QT-RTGs can be crafted using a Nanocarbon Alloy.

Uses[]

QT-RTGs offer a constant stream of power at all times, and does not require fuel. It can be placed on most small slots, or on the ground(which makes a platform appear, like a lot of small items).

It is because of these reasons, that they are considered valuable.

  • Power Production Rate: 1 U/s
  • A Portable Oxygenator will run indefinitely when paired with a QT-RTG, removing the need for the player to connect to Oxygen networks.
  • A QT-RTG can power any of the Rovers indefinitely, even underground. It is the only infinite power source for the Buggy, as an RTG cannot fit on it.
  • A Medium Storage Silo filled with 20 QT-RTGs can create an incredibly dense power source that can easily power an Atmospheric Condenser, making gas collection much easier.
  • A Hoverboard may be paired with a QT-RTG to allow infinite movement.
  • A QT-RTG may be used as a good starting power source on most planets, especially those with low power outputs, such as Atrox.
  • QT-RTGs can be used in combination with the VTOL and Small Battery to fly around planets and power up teleporters.

Trivia[]

  • The QT-RTG was first shown on the March 12, 2021 SES_Dev Twitch stream.
  • Because the QT-RTG only produces 1 U/s, the Portable Oxygenator's power consumption was changed from 2 U/s to 1 U/s for general convenience.

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