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What is the highest mod capacity in Warframe?

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The highest mod capacity achievable in Warframe is 80. This maximum is reached on specific items that can attain Rank 40 and have been supercharged with the appropriate Orokin item.

Understanding Mod Capacity

In Warframe, every equipable item, including Warframes, Companions, Archwings, K-Drives, Necramechs, and Weapons, has a limited Mod Capacity. This capacity directly correlates with the item's Rank. As an item increases in Rank, its Mod Capacity also increases, allowing more powerful and numerous mods to be equipped.

  • Normal Maximum Rank: Most items in Warframe can reach a maximum Rank of 30. At this rank, an item typically has a Mod Capacity of 30.
  • Extended Maximum Rank: For certain specialized items, the maximum rank can extend beyond the standard, reaching Rank 40.

Doubling Mod Capacity with Orokin Items

To significantly boost an item's Mod Capacity, players can utilize special upgrade items:

  • Orokin Reactor: Used for Warframes, Companions, Archwings, K-Drives, and Necramechs.
  • Orokin Catalyst: Used specifically for Weapons.

Applying an Orokin Reactor or Orokin Catalyst to an item doubles its available Mod Capacity. This crucial upgrade is permanent and is a key step in optimizing item builds.

Calculating Maximum Mod Capacity

Combining the extended maximum rank with the capacity doubling effect of Orokin items allows for the highest possible mod capacity:

  1. Standard Item (Rank 30 without Orokin): 30 Mod Capacity
  2. Standard Item (Rank 30 with Orokin): 30 (Rank) × 2 (Orokin Bonus) = 60 Mod Capacity
  3. Extended Rank Item (Rank 40 without Orokin): 40 Mod Capacity
  4. Extended Rank Item (Rank 40 with Orokin): 40 (Rank) × 2 (Orokin Bonus) = 80 Mod Capacity

This means that an item capable of reaching Rank 40, such as a Paracesis (a specific weapon type) or certain Warframe Umbra variants, when equipped with its respective Orokin item (Catalyst for weapons, Reactor for Warframes), will provide the absolute highest mod capacity of 80.

Mod Capacity Overview

Item Type Max Rank Orokin Item Applied? Max Mod Capacity
Standard (Warframe, Weapon, etc.) 30 No 30
Standard (Warframe, Weapon, etc.) 30 Yes 60
Extended Rank (e.g., Umbra Warframe, Paracesis) 40 No 40
Extended Rank (e.g., Umbra Warframe, Paracesis) 40 Yes 80

Understanding and maximizing mod capacity is essential for creating powerful and versatile builds in Warframe, allowing players to equip more and higher-drain mods to enhance their gameplay experience.