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What Electrical does
Generators, electronics, wiring.
Full guide: electrical.
Electrical skill
Electrical is a crafting skill in Project Zomboid. Generators, electronics, wiring. Checked for Build 42.21, November 2026.
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How to level it
Dismantle electronics, electrical repairs.
| Level | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XP for this level | 75 | 150 | 300 | 750 | 1,500 | 3,000 | 4,500 | 6,000 | 7,500 | 9,000 |
The table shows the XP each level costs for a normal skill. See skills for multipliers.
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Skill books
| Volume | Levels | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Vol 1 | 1 to 2 | Basic Electronics |
| Vol 2 | 3 to 4 | Kentucky AV Guide '93 |
| Vol 3 | 5 to 6 | Practical Wiring Guide |
| Vol 4 | 7 to 8 | Telecommunications in the 20th Century |
| Vol 5 | 9 to 10 | Understanding Integrated Controls for Electronic Systems |
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Traits and occupations that start with it
| Occupation | Starting level |
|---|---|
| Electrician | +5 |
| Engineer | +1 |
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Recipes that need it
15 crafting recipes need a level in Electrical. The ten that ask for the most:
All of them: recipe database.
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Quick answers
What does Electrical do in Project Zomboid?
Generators, electronics, wiring.
How do you level Electrical fast?
Dismantle electronics, electrical repairs.
Are there skill books for Electrical?
Yes, five volumes. Volume 1 is "Basic Electronics".
How many recipes need Electrical?
15 crafting recipes need a level in it.
Figures come from our own skills table, which lists its sources. Your game is the final word: if it disagrees with us, tell us and we will fix the page.