Lithium quick answer
Lithium is a Material tied to Karakorum, deeper mineral routes. Get it when the current recipe, route, or base task needs it; do not fill storage with it before the next craft is clear.
| Field | Notes |
|---|---|
| Type | Material |
| Main location or source | Karakorum, deeper mineral routes |
| How to get it | Collect during prepared deep runs. |
| Main uses | Advanced crafting and structural upgrades |
| Priority | Medium |
Location and route
Plan a short route around Karakorum, deeper mineral routes. Check oxygen, tool power, food, water, and open inventory slots before leaving. When Lithium is found, return and sort it with related materials so the next recipe is faster to finish.
Uses and crafting value
Use Lithium for advanced crafting and structural upgrades. If it is part of an electronics or ingot chain, keep some raw ingredients unprocessed until the exact recipe is pinned in-game.
Risk and farming notes
Treat as mid-game cargo; return early once found. Early Access recipes can change, so verify the current Fabricator, Habitat Builder, or module interface before spending rare materials. In co-op, assign one player to resource calls and one to storage so duplicate runs do not waste oxygen.
What to do next
Use this page with List of All Items, Resource Locations, and Crafting Priorities.
Early Access note
This page is current for the May 20, 2026 Early Access build context and should be rechecked after major patches.