Where to Find Flow Controller in ARC Raiders

The Flow Controller is a rare (blue rarity) recyclable item from the Exodus loot pool in ARC Raiders. It weighs 1.5 units, stacks up to three, and sells for 3,000 credits. Primarily needed for the "Snap and Salvage" quest given by Tian Wen in Stella Montis, it yields Advanced Mechanical Components and Sensors when recycled.

This item never spawns as ground loot - it only appears inside lootable containers like crates, lockers, desks, drawers, storage boxes, and white baskets in six-shelf cupboards. Spawns are fully randomized, so a single raid might yield zero or multiple Flow Controllers.

Best Map: Stella Montis

Stella Montis is the go-to map for farming Flow Controllers due to its high concentration of Exodus loot in technical and research areas. Other maps like Spaceport have lower chances (e.g., red lockers in Rocket Assembly), but focus here for efficiency.

Key POIs include Medical Research (southwest), Security Checkpoint (central lobby area), Assembly Workshops (north), and Business Center.

Top Locations by POI

1. Medical Research (Highest Chance - Southwest POI)

This large PvP hotspot on the second floor has dense loot: medical rooms, trash cans, carts, and six-shelf cupboards with white baskets. Enter early to beat crowds; Shredders patrol halls.

2. Security Checkpoint (Safer Late-Raid Option - Central)

In the main lobby (first layer), breach the "Security Restricted Access" door. Check upper rooms above the Restricted Access door after crossing the Security Bridge - desks, containers often overlooked.

3. Assembly & Assembly Workshops (North - Reliable Alternative)

Search small cabins, offices, tool carts, cabinets, workstations, and upper levels. Good for both Flow Controllers and Magnetrons.

4. Business Center & Lobby (Central - Quick Checks)

Adjoining lobbies with briefcases, bags, drawers. Near Security Desk in lobby for occasional spawns.