The Cooling Fan is a rare, recyclable item tied to the Technological loot pool. It’s valuable for hideout progress, recycles into core crafting parts, and sells for a solid price if you’re short on coins.

Cooling Fan stats and quick facts

Rarity Rare
Type Recyclable
Loot pool Technological
Weight 3 KG
Stack size 3
Sell price 2,000
Source Scavenging

Note: Item data can vary slightly between trackers and builds; weight and recycle outputs are occasionally displayed differently in some interfaces. The figures above reflect the most consistent live values.

Where to find Cooling Fans (spawns and containers)

Cooling Fans drop from the Technological loot pool, so prioritize locations and containers with electronics. Search:

  • Technological interiors and points of interest
  • Computer screens and other electronic props
  • Electrical breach-style containers

Expect a low pickup rate relative to other tech loot; this is a rare item, and runs may produce few or no fans. Plan multiple raids and clear high-density tech rooms when you can do so safely.

Recycle, salvage, or sell: what you actually get

Action Result Why choose it
Recycle 14× Plastic Parts + 4× Wires Converts into staple crafting parts for upgrades and build paths.
Salvage 4× Wires Quick wire injection if plastics aren’t needed.
Sell 2,000 coins Best for liquid coins when you aren’t chasing upgrades.

Tip: If you’re progressing projects that demand plastics and wires, recycle. If you’re flush on mats or pushing a purchase, selling is the faster coin path.

Project use (hideout progression)

Cooling Fans are required for a mid-sequence hideout upgrade, alongside common tech materials. Keep at least a small stash to avoid blocking progress.

Project stage Materials required
Core Systems (2/6) → Framework (3/6) 35× Durable Cloth, 30× Wires, 30× Electrical Components, 5× Cooling Fan

Inventory planning

At 3 KG and a stack size of 3, Cooling Fans add up quickly on weight. If you’re running heavy, prioritize one full stack and offload at stash between routes. Given their project demand and rarity, stowing fans beats dumping them for marginal weight savings.

The short version: loot tech-heavy interiors, check electronic props and breach containers, and hold onto at least five Cooling Fans to clear the early Framework step. Recycle for plastics and wires when you’re upgrading; otherwise, sell for coins and keep your stash moving.