Calculation Result
Advanced Ore Calculator
Example Data Table
This sample table shows how different compressed ore deals may compare. Replace the values with live market data before making trade decisions.
| Ore | Compressed Units | Sell Price | Yield | Compressed Volume | Use Case |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Veldspar | 5,000 | 1,200 ISK | 72% | Estimated by percent | Highsec bulk hauling |
| Gneiss | 1,200 | 8,400 ISK | 76% | Estimated by percent | Refining comparison |
| Mercoxit | 250 | 92,000 ISK | 80% | Estimated by percent | High-value logistics |
Formula Used
Raw equivalent: compressed units × raw units per compressed unit
Uncompressed volume: raw equivalent × raw volume per unit
Compressed volume: uncompressed volume × compressed volume percent ÷ 100
Gross compressed sale: compressed units × compressed sell price
Net compressed sale: gross sale - market fees - hauling cost - risk buffer - fixed costs - compression fees
Net reprocess value: raw equivalent × mineral value × yield - reprocessing tax - structure fee
Profit: net compressed sale - total buy cost
How to Use This Calculator
- Select an ore preset or choose custom ore.
- Enter your compressed units and raw unit conversion.
- Add raw volume and compressed volume percent.
- Enter compressed sale price and your buy cost.
- Add mineral value, refining yield, taxes, and fees.
- Include hauling cost, risk buffer, and fixed costs.
- Press the calculate button to compare sale and reprocessing value.
- Use CSV or PDF export to save the calculation.
EVE Compressed Ore Planning Guide
Why Compression Matters
Compressed ore is useful because it reduces hauling volume. A miner can move more value in fewer trips. A trader can compare remote buy orders against hub sell orders. A corporation can move fleet output with less pressure on haulers. This calculator helps convert ore piles into practical numbers.
Value Before Movement
Ore should not be moved only because the sale price looks high. Taxes, broker fees, fuel, courier prices, and risk can change the final result. A small price gap may disappear after costs. The calculator separates gross sale value from net value. This makes weak deals easier to spot.
Refining Versus Selling
Reprocessing can beat direct selling when your yield is strong. It may also fail when taxes are high or mineral demand is weak. The best choice depends on skills, structure bonuses, standings, and market spread. Enter your real mineral value per raw unit. Then compare it with the compressed market price.
Hauling and Risk
Logistics affect profit. Large volume can require extra trips. Expensive cargo may need safer routes or collateral planning. The risk buffer field lets you reserve part of the value for losses, delays, or price movement. This is helpful for nullsec, lowsec, wormhole, and long trade routes.
Better Market Decisions
Good ore planning uses updated prices. Check your source station, destination station, and refining location. Compare buy orders with sell orders. Watch hauling capacity and order volume. Use the target margin field to find the price needed for your planned profit. Export your result when you need to share a mining report, corporation payout, or hauling quote.
FAQs
1. What does this calculator estimate?
It estimates compressed ore sale value, raw equivalent, hauling volume, reprocessing value, market deductions, total cost, and profit. It is designed for planning and comparison.
2. Can I use custom ore values?
Yes. Select custom ore or edit any preset field. You can enter your own raw volume, compression percent, market price, mineral value, and fee values.
3. Why is compressed volume a percentage?
This keeps the tool flexible. Enter the compressed volume percent that matches your ore data, tooltip, market export, or corporation spreadsheet.
4. Does it include hauling costs?
Yes. The calculator multiplies compressed cargo volume by hauling cost per cubic meter. It also estimates how many trips are needed.
5. How is reprocessing value calculated?
Raw equivalent units are multiplied by mineral value and reprocessing yield. Reprocessing tax and structure fees are then deducted from the gross value.
6. Is the result exact for every region?
No. Market prices, taxes, and structure fees vary. Always update the inputs with current in-game data before using the result for trade.
7. What is the best option field?
It compares net compressed sale value with net reprocess value. The higher value is shown as the stronger option for the entered data.
8. Can I export the result?
Yes. Use the CSV button for spreadsheet records. Use the PDF button when you need a simple printable report or corporation note.