Well
Solarpunk Well guide: what it does, when to prioritize it, related machines and automation links, and practical player advice.
Well is a Solarpunk machine or automation part. Provides water for the water can; well water is dirty and cannot be drunk directly.
Quick Answer
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Category | Machines and Automation |
| Player use | Provides water for the water can; well water is dirty and cannot be drunk directly. |
| Best check | Use it when clean water, watering, or longer trips are the bottleneck. |
Decoded Gameplay Stats
| Stat | Value | Decoded Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Max stack size | 1 | DB_Items extraction, high confidence |
| Recycler value | 1 (Recycler return) | DB_Items extraction, high confidence |
| Item type | Devices, Other | DB_Items extraction, high confidence |
| Interaction | Buildable | DB_Items extraction, high confidence |
Exact Recipe
| Station | Output | Exact Ingredients | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crafting Table | 1 Well | 15 Stone, 10 Log, 6 Stick | - |
Unlocked By Research
| Research | Cost | Also Unlocks |
|---|---|---|
| Well | 3 Stone, 2 Log, 2 Stick | Only this unlock |
Exact Research Cost
| Category | Exact Cost | Unlocks | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water | 3 Stone, 2 Log, 2 Stick | Well | Available immediately; Available immediately; Available immediately |
When To Care
Care about the well once crop watering or animal water is taking too many trips. It helps the water route, but well water is not the same as clean drinking water.
Practical Use
Well belongs on the water route, close enough that watering, drinking, animal care, or trip prep does not become a separate chore.
Related Strategy
For machine planning, use a four-part check: input, output, energy, storage. If any part is unclear, the machine may create clutter instead of saving time.
Common Mistakes
- Do not place Well away from its input, output, or power route.
- Do not scale powered machines before adding enough generation and battery support to keep the useful devices running.
- Do not automate a messy route. Clean storage and clear destinations first, then add drones, sprinklers, sensors, or other powered helpers.
Related
Machines And Automation, Automation, Energy System, Energy And Logic