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Sulfur Ore

Sulfur Ore is a valuable resource in the survival game Rust. Found primarily in Sulfur nodes scattered throughout the game's landscape, it is recognized by its distinct yellow color and rocky appearance. Players can mine Sulfur Ore using tools like the pickaxe. Once acquired, this ore is most commonly used to produce Sulfur, an essential component for creating gunpowder. To obtain Sulfur, players must smelt Sulfur Ore in a furnace such as the basic Furnace, Large Furnace, or any other suitable smelting device.

Gunpowder, crafted from Sulfur, is a critical ingredient in making various types of ammunition, explosives, and even explosive traps. Because of its importance in advancing weaponry and defense, Sulfur Ore is highly sought after by players. Strategic gathering and efficient smelting of this resource can significantly aid in a player's survival and ability to protect their base or engage in raids.

For those looking to optimize the mining and smelting process, it's worth noting that using higher-tier tools like the Salvaged Icepick can increase the speed of mining. Additionally, the smelting yield can be improved with efficiency tips, such as dividing the ore evenly between furnace slots and utilizing Wood or Low Grade Fuel for consistent burning. Keeping an eye on your furnace while it's active will help prevent the loss of materials or the chance of other players seizing your valuable Sulfur.

Where can you gather Sulfur Ore from?

Object
Pickaxe
Jackhammer
Salvaged Icepick
Stone Pickaxe
Salvaged Hammer
Candy Cane Club
Bone Club
Rock
300
300
300
257
146
101
101
100

Sulfur Ore Unload

Train Wagon
Amount
Unloadable Train Wagon
2,000–4,000

Sulfur Ore Harvested

Object
Resources
Sulfur Ore
×50

Sulfur Ore is extracted by

Quarry
Yield Per Barrel
Time
Fuel
1,000
2 min 10 sec
Diesel Fuel
2,000
2 min
Diesel Fuel

Sulfur Ore Smelting