ARK · ITEM

Metal Pillar
- Item
- Base Game
A metal structural pillar for building frames and supports; spawnable by item ID or GFI code.
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Blueprint Path
Full blueprint path
"Blueprint'/Game/PrimalEarth/CoreBlueprints/Items/Structures/Metal/PrimalItemStructure_MetalPillar.PrimalItemStructure_MetalPillar'"Spawn Commands
GFI Code
cheat gfi PrimalItemStructure_MetalPillar 1 0 0GiveItemNum
cheat GiveItemNum 173 1 0 0About
The Metal Pillar is a structural building piece used to construct vertical supports and frameworks. It snaps to other metal structures and serves as a load-bearing component in bases and towers.
Spawn it with its numeric item ID or GFI code. Since it has no blueprint, you receive the finished piece ready to place immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which game is the Metal Pillar from?
- The Metal Pillar is from ARK: Survival Ascended. Every ID, code, and command on this page is specific to ARK: Survival Ascended and its current live build.
- How do I spawn multiple Metal Pillar at once?
- Change the quantity argument, the first number after the code. For example
cheat gfi PrimalItemStructure_MetalPillar 25 0 0spawns 25 of the Metal Pillar. Stacks respect the item's maximum stack size. - Why isn't my Metal Pillar spawn command working?
- Check three things: admin access is enabled (
enablecheatson servers), the code is typed exactly (PrimalItemStructure_MetalPillar), and all three trailing numbers are present. Copyingcheat gfi PrimalItemStructure_MetalPillar 1 0 0directly from this page avoids the most common mistakes. - What is the Metal Pillar?
- A metal structural pillar for building frames and supports; spawnable by item ID or GFI code.
- Can I spawn the Metal Pillar over RCON or on a dedicated server?
- Yes. Send the same command through RCON or your control-panel console:
cheat gfi PrimalItemStructure_MetalPillar 1 0 0. If your tool already runs with admin context, drop the leading "cheat". It works the same on hosted, self-hosted, and RCON setups. - What items are related to the Metal Pillar?
- See the Related section at the bottom of this page for items commonly used alongside the Metal Pillar, or open Browse Games to explore the full ARK: Survival Ascended database.
- How current is the Metal Pillar spawn info?
- The Metal Pillar entry was last verified on GameServersCodex on June 28, 2026. We track the live ARK: ASA build, so the IDs and commands here reflect the current patch.
- What's the difference between the Metal Pillar GFI code and its blueprint path?
- The GFI code
PrimalItemStructure_MetalPillaris a short name for quick spawning; the blueprint path"Blueprint'/Game/PrimalEarth/CoreBlueprints/Items/Structures/Metal/PrimalItemStructure_MetalPillar.PrimalItemStructure_MetalPillar'"is the full engine reference used by GiveItem and spawn tools. Both point at the same Metal Pillar. - Where can I copy the Metal Pillar spawn command?
- Use the copy buttons in the Spawn Commands and Blueprint Path sections near the top of this page. Each copies the full Metal Pillar command to your clipboard in one click, ready to paste into the console.
- What is the Metal Pillar used for?
- The Metal Pillar is a structural building piece used to construct vertical supports and frameworks. It snaps to other metal structures and serves as a load-bearing component in bases and towers.
- How do I spawn the Metal Pillar by its item ID?
- Run
cheat GiveItemNum 173 1 0 0in the admin console. GiveItemNum spawns by numeric ID, which is precise for scripts and control panels. The trailing numbers are quantity, quality, and blueprint flag. - What do the numbers in the Metal Pillar spawn command mean?
- In
cheat gfi PrimalItemStructure_MetalPillar 1 0 0, the code identifies the Metal Pillar, then the three numbers are quantity, quality, and blueprint flag (0 = item, 1 = blueprint). So it spawns one standard Metal Pillar. - How do I spawn the Metal Pillar as a blueprint instead of a finished item?
- Set the final argument to 1:
cheat gfi PrimalItemStructure_MetalPillar 1 0 1. The last number is the blueprint flag, where 0 gives the crafted item and 1 gives its blueprint (for craftable items; on items with no blueprint the flag is simply ignored). - What is the item ID for the Metal Pillar?
- The numeric item ID for the Metal Pillar is
173. Use it with GiveItemNum,cheat GiveItemNum 173 1 0 0, to spawn by ID instead of by GFI name. - How do I enable admin commands to spawn the Metal Pillar?
- In single-player, cheats are on by default. On a dedicated or hosted server, log in as admin first with
enablecheats <AdminPassword>, then run the Metal Pillar spawn command. Without admin access the console rejects it. - What is the Metal Pillar class used for in mods or spawn tools?
- Spawn managers, loot-table editors, and RCON macros reference the Metal Pillar by its class
PrimalItemStructure_MetalPillar_Cor GFIPrimalItemStructure_MetalPillar. Both uniquely identify it in ARK: Survival Ascended. - Does the Metal Pillar spawn command work in single-player and multiplayer?
- Yes, the command is identical in both. Single-player has cheats enabled by default; multiplayer just requires an admin login first. The Metal Pillar then spawns the same way.
- Is the Metal Pillar blueprint path case-sensitive?
- Yes.
"Blueprint'/Game/PrimalEarth/CoreBlueprints/Items/Structures/Metal/PrimalItemStructure_MetalPillar.PrimalItemStructure_MetalPillar'"must be typed exactly, including capitalization and the wrapping quotes. Copy it from this page to avoid a typo that returns an empty spawn. - How do I give myself the Metal Pillar with a cheat command?
- Open the admin console and run
cheat gfi PrimalItemStructure_MetalPillar 1 0 0. That gives you one Metal Pillar instantly. The three numbers after the code are quantity, quality, and blueprint flag. Raise the first to spawn a stack, or set the last to 1 to receive it as a blueprint instead of a finished item. Verified against the current ARK: ASA build as of June 28, 2026. - Is the Metal Pillar spawn code on GameServersCodex accurate?
- Yes. The Metal Pillar's class name, GFI code, item ID, and blueprint path are reproduced exactly from the live game data and re-checked each patch, so you can copy them straight into your console.
- What is the GFI code for the Metal Pillar?
- The GFI code for the Metal Pillar is
PrimalItemStructure_MetalPillar. GFI matches the item by its short blueprint name, socheat gfi PrimalItemStructure_MetalPillar 1 0 0is the fastest way to spawn it without typing the full blueprint path. - What is the class name for the Metal Pillar?
- The class name for the Metal Pillar is
PrimalItemStructure_MetalPillar_C. Class names end in_Cand identify the item's blueprint at runtime, which makes them useful for spawn tools, mods, and RCON macros. - How do I spawn a higher-quality Metal Pillar?
- The second number is quality, where 0 is primitive and higher values roll toward ascendant.
cheat gfi PrimalItemStructure_MetalPillar 1 100 0attempts a top tier Metal Pillar. Quality only affects items that support tiers; on others it's ignored. - Is the Metal Pillar a DLC item or part of the base game?
- The Metal Pillar is part of the base ARK: Survival Ascended game, so no DLC or map pack is required to spawn or craft it.
- How do I give the Metal Pillar to another player?
- Look at the player and run
cheat GiveItemToPlayer <PlayerID> 173 1 0 0, or stand near them and usecheat GiveItemNum 173 1 0 0after selecting them in your admin tools. It's the quick way to hand out the Metal Pillar during events and giveaways. - What's the difference between GFI and GiveItemNum for the Metal Pillar?
- Both spawn the Metal Pillar.
gfi PrimalItemStructure_MetalPillarmatches the item by name and is quickest to type;GiveItemNum 173uses the numeric ID and is precise for scripting. Same result, different lookup. - How do I open the console to spawn the Metal Pillar?
- On PC, press Tab to open the admin console, paste the command, and press Enter. On Xbox and PlayStation, open the pause menu and use the on-screen command bar. Then drop in the Metal Pillar spawn code from this page.
- How do I add the Metal Pillar to a starter kit or loadout?
- Include
cheat gfi PrimalItemStructure_MetalPillar 1 0 0in your server's kit or spawn script, and set the quantity argument to hand out multiples. Pair it with other item commands from the Codex to build a full loadout. - What's the full blueprint path of the Metal Pillar?
- The full blueprint path is
"Blueprint'/Game/PrimalEarth/CoreBlueprints/Items/Structures/Metal/PrimalItemStructure_MetalPillar.PrimalItemStructure_MetalPillar'". Paste it into GiveItem to spawn the exact item:cheat GiveItem "Blueprint'/Game/PrimalEarth/CoreBlueprints/Items/Structures/Metal/PrimalItemStructure_MetalPillar.PrimalItemStructure_MetalPillar'" 1 0 0. Copy it exactly, because the path is case sensitive and must keep its wrapping quotes. - Can I get the Metal Pillar without spawning it?
- Yes. The Metal Pillar can also be obtained through normal ARK: Survival Ascended progression. Admins usually spawn it for speed when testing, running events, or outfitting players, which is what the commands on this page are for.