Air Bladder
An emergency flotation device that rapidly pulls you to the surface when you are running low on oxygen. A lifesaver for early-game divers exploring without a vehicle.
Quick Info
How to Craft
The Air Bladder is crafted at the Fabricator using Silicone Rubber and a Bladderfish. Bladderfish are caught in shallow waters, and Silicone Rubber is refined from Quartz.
Materials Needed
- 1x Silicone Rubber
- 1x Bladderfish
Silicone Rubber requires 1x Quartz. Catch Bladderfish in shallow waters near your lifepod.
Crafted At
Fabricator
Navigate to Survival › Air Bladder.
What it Does
When activated, the Air Bladder inflates and rapidly pulls you to the surface. This is a critical safety tool for early-game diving, when you do not yet have a Seamoth or vehicle for oxygen resupply. The ascent speed is much faster than swimming, potentially saving you from drowning when your oxygen runs low.
Rapid Ascent
Pulls you to the surface much faster than swimming, preventing drowning.
Reusable
Reinflate at the surface after each use. No material cost per use.
Safety Net
Essential for early dives before vehicles. Always carry one as a backup.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does the Air Bladder work?
Equip the Air Bladder and press the activate button while underwater. The bladder inflates and rapidly pulls you to the surface. The ascent speed is significantly faster than swimming, making it a lifesaver when your oxygen is critically low.
Is the Air Bladder reusable?
Yes, the Air Bladder can be reinflated at the surface after each use. It does not consume materials on use, making it a reliable and cost-effective emergency tool throughout the early game.
Should I craft the Air Bladder or just use a vehicle?
The Air Bladder is much cheaper and available earlier than vehicles. It is an excellent safety net for early-game diving before you have a Seamoth. Even after getting a vehicle, the Air Bladder serves as a backup when you are separated from your vehicle and running low on oxygen.
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