One of the first challenges you’ll face in the ruined world is securing safe water. The Water Filter (internal name: resourceWaterFilter) is a crafting material for the Dew Collector, which is the solution to that problem. As the in-game description notes, it’s positioned as a “part” used to build the Dew Collector.
When to Use It
Set up a Dew Collector at your base and you can gather water automatically without relying on rivers or traders. The Water Filter is the heart of it. It’s one of the materials you’ll want to target first when building up your living infrastructure in the early to mid game.
How to Obtain and Craft It
The Water Filter is a part-type item that you can most often obtain from loot or by scrapping found while exploring. Keep an eye out for it when scavenging trash piles, industrial buildings, and abandoned vehicles, and you’ll collect them more easily. If you spot one at a trader, it’s worth grabbing.
Quick Tip
Since lining up multiple Dew Collectors increases your water gathering efficiency, stocking up on filters in bulk will make running your base much more stable all at once. Start by setting up one and easing your water worries.
*The exact quantities required and specifications may change with updates. We recommend checking the latest recipe on the actual crafting screen.