Polyaniline
Polyaniline is a conductive composite material in Subnautica 2, crafted from Benzene and Copper Wire at a Fabricator. It is the key ingredient for Computer Chips, advanced electronics, and a range of vehicle modules.
Quick Info
Description
Polyaniline is a synthetic conductive polymer used in the most advanced electronics in Subnautica 2. Its combination of flexibility and conductivity makes it ideal for Computer Chips and the wiring harnesses found in Prawn Suit and Cyclops modules. Stocking up on Polyaniline unlocks a wide swath of mid-to-late-game recipes.
How to Craft
Polyaniline is crafted at the Fabricator from Benzene and Copper Wire. Benzene itself is processed from Oil Shale, while Copper Wire is refined from Copper Ore, so plan a multi-step farming trip.
Benzene
1x — refined from Oil Shale at the Fabricator.
Copper Wire
1x — crafted from Copper Ore at the Fabricator.
Fabricator
Crafting station found in lifepods and bases.
Uses & Recipes
Polyaniline is the bridge component between basic wiring and the most advanced electronics in the game. It appears in any recipe that needs a flexible, conductive polymer.
Tips & Strategies
Batch Benzene First
Benzene refines faster than Oil Shale gathers, but you'll burn through it quickly when crafting Polyaniline in volume. Process a full inventory of Oil Shale to Benzene before starting Polyaniline runs.
Always Carry Copper Wire
Copper Wire is a prerequisite for many wiring recipes beyond Polyaniline. Keep a stockpile of 20+ wires so you can craft Polyaniline on demand without an extra trip.
Prioritize Computer Chips
Computer Chips unlock the largest number of dependent recipes. Spend your first batch of Polyaniline on Chips, then branch into vehicle modules afterward.
Build a Mobile Fabricator
A Fabricator in your Cyclops lets you convert Oil Shale and Copper Ore into Polyaniline mid-expedition, so you don't have to ferry components back to base after every dive.
Related Items
Map Locations
To craft Polyaniline you need Benzene (from Oil Shale) and Copper Wire (from Copper Ore). Pin both on the interactive map and plan farming loops that hit limestone and sandstone outcrops together.
View on Interactive Map →Related Guides
Advanced Electronics Guide
The full recipe tree from Copper Ore to Computer Chips.
Prawn Suit Loadouts
Which modules Polyaniline unlocks and how to prioritize them.
Cyclops Fabrication Guide
Build a Cyclops with a Fabricator room for mid-expedition crafting.
Oil Shale Farming
Best biomes and routes for sustained Benzene production.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Polyaniline made from?
Polyaniline is crafted from 1x Benzene and 1x Copper Wire at a Fabricator. Benzene itself comes from Oil Shale, and Copper Wire from Copper Ore.
What is Polyaniline used for?
Polyaniline is used for Computer Chips, advanced electronics, several Prawn Suit modules, and a range of Cyclops upgrades that require a flexible conductive polymer.
Does Polyaniline require advanced tools?
Yes. You need a Fabricator with access to the Polyaniline recipe, plus Benzene and Copper Wire. Both are mid-game materials, so plan a multi-step farming run.
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