RTGs in this game do not expire, although RTGs in real life can feel like they don't expire they can last for several decades and possibly even centuries before their power output becomes too low. However, the Scrap return from shredding an RTG in a Large or Extra Large Shredder is only 4 Scrap. They provide 1U/s and 0.5U/s, respectively. Shelters and Field Shelters have low-power RTGs built-in, which cannot be removed. Contents 1 Source 1.1 Resource Scrap Value 1.2 Scrap from Items 1.2.1 Medium Shredder 1.2.
RTGs can be placed on platforms to provide a steady stream of power at all times. Scrap is a resource in Astroneer that can be traded to obtain other resources. RTGs can also very rarely found in wrecks that feature a broken Shelter or Field Shelter in them, which themselves are also very rare. The RTG, or Radioisotope Thermoelectric Generator, is a power generation item in Astroneer that supplies a constant stream of power.
