diff --git a/code/modules/research/designs/mechfabricator_designs.dm b/code/modules/research/designs/mechfabricator_designs.dm
index a8527f035b..edccdbf0f9 100644
--- a/code/modules/research/designs/mechfabricator_designs.dm
+++ b/code/modules/research/designs/mechfabricator_designs.dm
@@ -763,7 +763,6 @@
 	name = "Flash"
 	desc = "When a problem arises, SCIENCE is the solution."
 	id = "sflash"
-	req_tech = list("magnets" = 3, "combat" = 2)
 	build_type = MECHFAB
 	materials = list(MAT_METAL = 750, MAT_GLASS = 750)
 	construction_time = 100