# F.A.Q

> Frequently asked questions for ML Smelter Stations

Category: SMELTER STATIONS · Source: https://miciomods.it/docs/ml-smelter-stations-faq · Last updated: 2026-07-05

## Setup

**What frameworks and inventories are supported?**

All frameworks supported by ml_bridge: QBCore, QBox, ESX, and Standalone. Inventory support includes ox_inventory, core_inventory, ps-inventory, qs-inventory, and tgiann-inventory.

**Can I use TextUI instead of ox_target?**

Set `Config.Interaction = 'textui'` in `shared/config.lua`. When set to `nil`, ml_bridge auto-detects the available target system.

**Can I disable the floating in-world DUI?**

Set `Config.DuiRenderDistance = false` in `shared/config.lua`.

**How many languages are available?**

Six: English, Italian, German, Spanish, French, and Brazilian Portuguese. Set via `Config.Locale`.

## Stations

**What is the difference between persistent and temporary stations?**

Persistent stations (`persistent = true`) are saved to the database and survive server restarts. Temporary stations (`persistent = false`) are removed when the server restarts.

**Can I create stations that players cannot pick up?**

Use `Config.FixedStations` to define permanent world stations. These cannot be picked up or destroyed by players.

**Can fixed stations use existing map props instead of spawning new ones?**

Set `spawnProp = false` in the fixed station definition and configure a zone instead:

**shared/config.lua**

```lua
{
    id = 'my_campfire',
    stationType = 'campfire',
    coords = vec3(100.0, 200.0, 30.0),
    heading = 0.0,
    spawnProp = false,
    zoneType = 'sphere',
    zoneRadius = 2.0,
}
```

**What happens when a station runs out of durability?**

The station breaks and cannot be used until repaired. Repair items are defined per station type in `RepairItems`. When picking up a broken station, the item preserves its durability via the `furnacelife` metadata field.

**How does the station limit work?**

Each player can place up to `Config.MaxStationsPerPlayer` stations. Fixed stations do not count toward this limit. The count is based on the player's identifier, not the server source.

## Recipes

**What is carbonization?**

Each recipe has a `carbonize_time` in seconds. After crafting completes, a timer starts. If the player does not collect the finished item before this timer expires, the item is destroyed (carbonized).

**Can one station handle multiple recipe categories?**

Add multiple entries to the station's `cook_categories` array:

**shared/config.lua**

```lua
cook_categories = { 'food', 'medical', 'default' },
```

**How do I add a new recipe?**

Add a new entry to `Config.Recipes` with a unique key. The `category` must match one of the categories in a station's `cook_categories`:

**shared/config.lua**

```lua
['my_recipe'] = {
    category = 'food',
    tier = 1,
    cook_time = 30,
    carbonize_time = 120,
    ingredients = {
        { name = 'item_a', count = 2 },
    },
    results = {
        { name = 'item_b', count = 1 },
    }
},
```

## XP / Progression

**How do I disable the XP system?**

Set `Config.XP.Enabled = false`. All tier restrictions are bypassed (every recipe becomes craftable regardless of level) and the Progression tab is automatically hidden in the UI.

**Which XP provider should I use?**

- `'internal'` if you want it to work out of the box with no extra resources
- `'ml_skills'` if you already have the ml_skills resource and want the crafting tree synced with player skills
- `'devhub'` if you run the DevHub XP system
- `'custom'` to wire your own backend via the handlers in `open/server.lua`

**How do I switch between XP providers?**

Change `Config.XP.Provider` to one of: `'internal'`, `'ml_skills'`, `'devhub'`, `'custom'`. Each provider has its own configuration block in `Config.XP`.

**What bonuses do tiers give?**

Two bonus types, both configurable per tier in `Config.XP.Tiers`:

- **speed**: Reduces cook time by a percentage (e.g., `0.12` = 12% faster)
- **antiCarbonize**: Extends carbonization time by a percentage (e.g., `0.20` = 20% more time to collect)

Both can be toggled globally in `Config.XP.Bonuses`.

## Updates

**How do I update the script?**

1. Download the latest version from CFX Portal
2. Backup `shared/config.lua`, `server/config_server.lua`, and `open/` folder
3. Replace all files except your backed-up configs
4. Compare your config with the new defaults for any added keys
5. Restart the resource

Database tables are migrated automatically, missing columns are added on startup.