[DEPRECATED] Steam Turbine

[DEPRECATED] Steam Turbine is a building intended to convert geothermal energy from the Magma Biome into usable electrical power. Its design targets locations where sustained high-temperature heat is available; when placed to make use of the Magma Biome’s thermal output it produces electricity for a colony’s power grid. The unit is marked as deprecated in its name, indicating it is an older or retired option in the game’s content set.

The Steam Turbine’s role is purely energy conversion: it harnesses geothermal heat and outputs electricity that can be consumed by buildings and systems. It is conceptually distinct from heat sources or boilers; rather than generating heat it uses existing geothermal heat from the Magma Biome to drive power production. Because it depends on geothermal input, it is most relevant in stages of a run when the Magma Biome is accessible and a stable heat gradient can be maintained.

Practical notes for using the Steam Turbine:

• Place the Steam Turbine where it can access geothermal heat from the Magma Biome without exposing fragile infrastructure or duplicants to extreme temperatures. Physical separation and thermal insulation are important to protect nearby equipment.
• Integrate the Steam Turbine into the colony’s electrical network via standard power conduits; it supplies usable electricity rather than fuel or heat directly.
• Expect the Steam Turbine to be part of mid-to-late-game setups that exploit high-temperature biomes. Because the unit is deprecated, review the current game build for modern alternatives or updated geothermal solutions before committing designs around it.
• Use standard power management practices (power transformers, switchgear, and overload protection) to incorporate the Turbine’s output safely and efficiently into an existing grid.

The Steam Turbine provides a direct way to turn the Magma Biome’s geothermal energy into electrical power. Its presence in a build list signals a focus on exploiting high-temperature environment resources; however, its deprecated status suggests players should consult current game options for preferred or updated geothermal power solutions.