---
title: Your First Generator
icon: oritech:item/basic_generator_block
---

Build a **Basic Generator** as your first real RF source.

<CraftingRecipe
    slots={[
        'oritech:nickel_ingot',
        'oritech:nickel_ingot',
        'oritech:nickel_ingot',
        'oritech:nickel_ingot',
        'minecraft:copper_ingot',
        'oritech:nickel_ingot',
        'oritech:magnetic_coil',
        'minecraft:furnace',
        'oritech:magnetic_coil'
    ]}
    result="oritech:basic_generator_block"
    count={1}
/>

It burns normal furnace fuels and generates **32 RF/t**, which is enough to get your first processing machines running.

One generator is fine for a starter workshop, but you will outgrow it quickly. Do not be afraid to build more than one while you work toward better generators and automation.

Once this is online, a [Powered Furnace](@oritech:powered_furnace_block) is often a good first convenience upgrade.