Pressure Plate

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I add the Pressure Plate to a starter kit or loadout?

Include cheat gfi PrimalItemStructure_PressurePlate 1 0 0 in 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.

Which game is the Pressure Plate from?

The Pressure Plate 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 a higher-quality Pressure Plate?

The second number is quality, where 0 is primitive and higher values roll toward ascendant. cheat gfi PrimalItemStructure_PressurePlate 1 100 0 attempts a top tier Pressure Plate. Quality only affects items that support tiers; on others it's ignored.

What items are related to the Pressure Plate?

See the Related section at the bottom of this page for items commonly used alongside the Pressure Plate, or open Browse Games to explore the full ARK: Survival Ascended database.

When was the Pressure Plate data last updated?

The Pressure Plate 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.

How do I spawn multiple Pressure Plate at once?

Change the quantity argument, the first number after the code. For example cheat gfi PrimalItemStructure_PressurePlate 25 0 0 spawns 25 of the Pressure Plate. Stacks respect the item's maximum stack size.

Where can I copy the Pressure Plate spawn command?

Use the copy buttons in the Spawn Commands and Blueprint Path sections near the top of this page. Each copies the full Pressure Plate command to your clipboard in one click, ready to paste into the console.

What do the numbers in the Pressure Plate spawn command mean?

In cheat gfi PrimalItemStructure_PressurePlate 1 0 0, the code identifies the Pressure Plate, then the three numbers are quantity, quality, and blueprint flag (0 = item, 1 = blueprint). So it spawns one standard Pressure Plate.

What is the class name for the Pressure Plate?

The class name for the Pressure Plate is PrimalItemStructure_PressurePlate_C. Class names end in _C and identify the item's blueprint at runtime, which makes them useful for spawn tools, mods, and RCON macros.

What's the full blueprint path of the Pressure Plate?

The full blueprint path is "Blueprint'/Game/Genesis/Structures/TekAlarm/PrimalItemStructure_PressurePlate.PrimalItemStructure_PressurePlate'". Paste it into GiveItem to spawn the exact item: cheat GiveItem "Blueprint'/Game/Genesis/Structures/TekAlarm/PrimalItemStructure_PressurePlate.PrimalItemStructure_PressurePlate'" 1 0 0. Copy it exactly, because the path is case sensitive and must keep its wrapping quotes.

What is the Pressure Plate used for?

The Pressure Plate is a detection structure that activates when a player or creature stands on it. Admins use it to trigger doors, gates, and other connected devices without manual operation, making it useful for both convenience and trap setups.

Can I spawn the Pressure Plate over RCON or on a dedicated server?

Yes. Send the same command through RCON or your control-panel console: cheat gfi PrimalItemStructure_PressurePlate 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.

Can I get the Pressure Plate without spawning it?

Yes. The Pressure Plate 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.

Does the Pressure Plate 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 Pressure Plate then spawns the same way.

What is the Pressure Plate?

A structure that detects player or creature weight and triggers connected devices, essential for automating gates, doors, and traps on your server.

What is the GFI code for the Pressure Plate?

The GFI code for the Pressure Plate is PrimalItemStructure_PressurePlate. GFI matches the item by its short blueprint name, so cheat gfi PrimalItemStructure_PressurePlate 1 0 0 is the fastest way to spawn it without typing the full blueprint path.

How do I open the console to spawn the Pressure Plate?

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 Pressure Plate spawn code from this page.

Why isn't my Pressure Plate spawn command working?

Check three things: admin access is enabled (enablecheats on servers), the code is typed exactly (PrimalItemStructure_PressurePlate), and all three trailing numbers are present. Copying cheat gfi PrimalItemStructure_PressurePlate 1 0 0 directly from this page avoids the most common mistakes.

Is the Pressure Plate spawn code on GameServersCodex accurate?

Yes. The Pressure Plate'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.

How do I spawn the Pressure Plate in ARK: Survival Ascended?

Open the admin console and run cheat gfi PrimalItemStructure_PressurePlate 1 0 0. That gives you one Pressure Plate 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.

What's the difference between the Pressure Plate GFI code and its blueprint path?

The GFI code PrimalItemStructure_PressurePlate is a short name for quick spawning; the blueprint path "Blueprint'/Game/Genesis/Structures/TekAlarm/PrimalItemStructure_PressurePlate.PrimalItemStructure_PressurePlate'" is the full engine reference used by GiveItem and spawn tools. Both point at the same Pressure Plate.

Is the Pressure Plate blueprint path case-sensitive?

Yes. "Blueprint'/Game/Genesis/Structures/TekAlarm/PrimalItemStructure_PressurePlate.PrimalItemStructure_PressurePlate'" 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 enable admin commands to spawn the Pressure Plate?

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 Pressure Plate spawn command. Without admin access the console rejects it.

What is the Pressure Plate class used for in mods or spawn tools?

Spawn managers, loot-table editors, and RCON macros reference the Pressure Plate by its class PrimalItemStructure_PressurePlate_C or GFI PrimalItemStructure_PressurePlate. Both uniquely identify it in ARK: Survival Ascended.

How do I spawn the Pressure Plate as a blueprint instead of a finished item?

Set the final argument to 1: cheat gfi PrimalItemStructure_PressurePlate 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).