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Redstone Engine
Redstone Engine
ID logistics:power/redstone_engine
Type Block (Engine)
Stackable No
Function RF Generation
Power Redstone Signal
Output Low RF
Added v0.1.0

Redstone Engine

The Redstone Engine is a basic power generator that converts a redstone signal into a small, steady RF energy output. It's the simplest engine in Logistics and cannot overheat.

Recipe

Planks
Planks
Planks
Wooden Gear
Glass
Wooden Gear
Piston
→
Redstone Engine

Yields: 1× Redstone Engine

Behavior

The Redstone Engine generates RF energy when powered by a redstone signal. Energy outputs from one configurable face and transfers directly to adjacent machines.

Key features: - Powered by redstone signal only (no fuel) - Small, steady energy output - Cannot overheat - safe to run indefinitely - Output face configurable with Wrench - No GUI - just place and power

Operation

  1. Place engine next to machine
  2. Use Wrench to rotate output face toward machine
  3. Apply redstone signal (lever, torch, redstone dust, etc.)
  4. Engine runs automatically, generating RF

Output face: The face touching the machine must be the engine's output face.

Configuration

Use a Wrench to rotate the output face: - Right-click engine with wrench - Output face cycles through directions - Position output face against machine input

Power Output

Redstone Engines produce low RF output suitable for: - Light-duty machines - Testing setups - Early-game automation

For high-power needs like the Laser Quarry, use a Stirling Engine instead.

Tips

  • Simplest engine - no fuel, no overheat management
  • Always safe to leave running
  • Low output limits usefulness for big machines
  • Good for learning the power system
  • Requires constant redstone signal to operate
  • Upgrade to Stirling Engine for more power

See Also