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HV Transformer

2013-11-10T15:32:18Z

Stretop: Undo revision 13116 by Immibis (talk)

{{Block
|type=Transformer
|gravity=No
|dirt=No
|transparent=No
|light=No
|tool=bwrench
|stackable=Yes (64)
|maxeu=2147483647
}}

Unlike Real Life™, there is no actual "voltage" in IC². EU travels in "packets" through wires with near-infinite speed and has smart pathfinding (somewhat like RP2 pneumatic tubes). Packets are measured in size (in EU/p) and volume (EU). (Size being the amount of energy it contains as it leaves a storage unit, volume being how much energy is left in each packet after inefficient cable usage).

A HVT (or High Voltage Transformer) operates in two different ways.

* If redstone power is '''not''' applied, it consumes 2048 EU in '''any packet size''' and converts them into up to four 512 EU/p. '''All conversions are limited to one per tick. (Converting 2048 EU into 4x512 EU is considered one conversion.)'''
* If redstone power is applied, it consumes 2048 EU in '''any packet size''' and converts them into one 2048 EU/p. '''All conversions are limited to one per tick.'''

=== Converting to HV ===
In order to convert to HV, you must point the input cable (any "voltage") to the 3-dotted side and then link any number of output cables from the 1-dotted side. Remember to use input cables that can withstand the packets you are sending in and [[HV Cable]] or [[Glass Fibre Cable]] for the output.

=== Converting to EV ===
In order to convert to HV, you must '''apply redstone power through a lever, a repeater or a redstone wire''', point the input cables (any "voltage") to any 1-dotted side and then link the output cable from the 3-dotted side. Remember to use input cables that can withstand the packets you are sending in and [[HV Cable]] for the output.

== Latest Recipe ==

{{Grid/Crafting Table
|B1=4xIns. HV Cable
|A2=Electronic Circuit|B2=MV Transformer|C2=Energy Crystal
|B3=4xIns. HV Cable
|Output=HV Transformer
}}

{{Energy
|Input= 2048 '''EU'''
|Output= Variable
* Up to 2048 EU in 512 EU/p when redstone is '''not''' applied.
* 1 packet of 2048 EU/p when redstone is applied.
|Storage=2048}}

== History (IC²) ==
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! IC²
! Minecraft
! Change
|-
| colspan=3 | Industrial Craft²
|-
! 1.97
| 1.2.5
| Before this version of IC², the [[HV Transformer]] was crafted using this recipe: <br/>
{{Grid/Crafting Table
|B1=Insulated Copper Cable
|A2=Electronic Circuit|B2=MV Transformer|C2=Energy Crystal
|B3=Insulated Copper Cable
|Output=HV Transformer
}}
|-
|}

== Other usages ==
Multiple HVT may be directly installed on a [[Nuclear Reactor]] if the reactor outputs more than 2048 EU/t as conventional wires ([[HV cables]]) cannot handle packet sizes over 2048 EU/p.

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[[Category:Wiring]]

MV Transformer

2013-11-10T15:27:12Z

Stretop: Returned to version with 2xIns. Gold Cable. Checked in game.

{{Block
|image=
|type=Wiring
|gravity=No
|dirt=No
|transparent=No
|light=no
|tool=bwrench
|stackable=Yes (64)
}}

{{IC²}}

The MV Transformer is used to turn '''High Power''' (512 [[EU#EU-Packet|EUP]]) into '''Medium Power''' (128 EUP) and back. This is useful for powering advanced machines and for medium-range energy transport.

By default, the Transformer accepts 512 [[EU#EU-Packet|EUP]] input and outputs 128 EUP. A 512 EUP or higher rated [[cable]] must be wired into the input face (the 3-dotted one) and 128 EUP or higher rated cable must be wired into the other faces.

A Redstone signal may be applied to reverse the conversion, thereby emitting 512 [[EU#EU-Packet|EUP]] from the output face (the 3-dotted one), and accepting 128 EUP or lower from the input faces. In reverse operation, 512 EUP or higher rated [[cable]] must be wired to the output face and any rate cable may be wired to the input faces.

It can handle a maximum of one conversion per tick, limiting the maximum transfer to 512 [[EU#EU/t|EU/t]] in either mode.

== Recipe ==

{{Grid/Crafting Table
|A1=|B1=2xIns. Gold Cable|C1=
|A2=|B2=Machine|C2=
|A3=|B3=2xIns. Gold Cable|C3=
|Output=MV Transformer
}}

Note for wiki users. As for MFE units, do NOT replace "Golden cable" by "Copper cable" in the recipes. Check in game before changing. As the 1.97, recipes for MV tech are with golden cable, for balances issues.

'''Old Version'''

{{Grid/Crafting Table
|A1=|B1=Insulated Copper Cable|C1=
|A2=|B2=Machine|C2=
|A3=|B3=Insulated Copper Cable|C3=
|Output=MV Transformer
}}

== Usage ==

When using any Transformer, remember that the 3-dotted side means '''higher current''' and the 1-dotted sides mean '''lower current'''. You can change the direction the 3-dotted side is facing by right-clicking a 1-dotted face with a [[Wrench]].

=== Converting to MV: ===

In order to convert from HV to MV, you must point the [[Cable|cable]] carrying HV from a [[HV Transformer]] or [[MFS Unit]] to the 3-dotted side and then link a cable that can carry MV to one of the sides with a single dot. Then that cable will be carrying MV that you can link to advanced machines, store in a [[MFE Transmitter]] or convert to LV with an [[LV Transformer]].

=== Converting to HV: ===

In order to convert from MV to HV, point the cable carrying MV from a [[MFE Transmitter]] or a [[LV Transformer]] to one of the one-dotted sides and then link a cable that can carry HV to the 3-dotted side. '''Do not forget to apply redstone''' to the MV Transformer.

{{Energy|Input=128 or 512|Output=128 or 512|Storage=-}}

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HV Cable

2013-11-10T15:14:21Z

Stretop: Undo revision 13087 by Goldern (talk)

{{IC²}}

HV cables are the highest tier conventional [[Cable|cables]]. They can tolerate '''High Voltage''' (512 [[EU|EU/t]]) and '''Extreme Voltage''' (2048 EU/t), but have an extremely high distance-related energy loss. HV cables can have 3 different levels of insulation. Considering that a shock from a poorly insulated HV cable will most likely prove fatal, it is recommended to insulate them well unless the cable is located in a completely unreachable area. Even then, insulation should be applied to reduce the massive energy losses.

Although in-game it currently lists "4xInsulated", that is incorrect as you are adding a layer of insulation each time, not doubling the insulation each time. It is actually "3xIns" and should get renamed eventually in some future patch.

== Crafting ==

{|
|{{Grid/Crafting Table
|A2=Refined Iron|B2=Refined Iron|C2=Refined Iron
|Output=HV Cable|OA=12
}}
|{{Grid/Crafting Table
|B1=Rubber
|A2=Rubber|B2=Refined Iron|C2=Rubber
|B3=Rubber
|Output=Insulated HV Cable|OA=4
}}
|}
{|
|{{Grid/Crafting Table
|A1=Rubber|B1=HV Cable
|Output=Insulated HV Cable
}}
|{{Grid/Crafting Table
|A1=Rubber|B1=Insulated HV Cable
|Output=2xIns. HV Cable
}}
|}
{|
|{{Grid/Crafting Table
|A1=Rubber|B1=Rubber|C1=HV Cable
|Output=2xIns. HV Cable
}}
|{{Grid/Crafting Table
|A1=Rubber|B1=Rubber|C1=Insulated HV Cable
|Output=3xIns. HV Cable
|Output-link=3xIns. HV Cable
}}
|}
{|
|{{Grid/Crafting Table
|A1=Rubber|B1=Rubber|C1=Rubber
|A2=HV Cable
|Output=3xIns. HV Cable
|Output-link=3xIns. HV Cable
}}
|{{Grid/Crafting Table
|A1=Rubber|B1=2xIns. HV Cable
|Output=3xIns. HV Cable
|Output-link=3xIns. HV Cable
}}
|}

== [[Cable#Cable Efficiency|Cable Efficiency]] ==

{| class="wikitable"
!Cable type
!EU/b
!Energy loss
|-
|HV Uninsulated
|1
|1 EU every block
|-
|HV Insulated
|0.95
|1 EU every 1.05 blocks
|-
|HV 2x Insulated
|0.9
|1 EU every 1.11 blocks
|-
|HV 3x Insulated
|0.8
|1 EU every 1.25 blocks
|}

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[[Category:Wiring]]

BatPack

2013-11-01T13:44:06Z

Stretop: Undo revision 13093 by Goldern (talk) You still need tin, not planks.

The '''BatPack''', or battery backpack, is a backpack filled with batteries that can provide energy to certain electric tools. It stores 60,000 [[EU]], which is essentially 6 times the storage of any individual tool or battery.

The BatPack can be used as a [[RE Battery]] or equipped in the Chest Slot. If equipped in the Chest Slot, it can provide power for any relevant tool:
* [[Mining Drill]]
* [[Diamond Drill]]
* [[Chainsaw]]
* [[Electric Wrench]] [http://forum.industrial-craft.net/index.php?page=Thread&postID=13678#post13678 ref]
* [[Electric Hoe]]
Using a tool with BatPack energy available will charge the tool (up to twice per use) from the BatPack. In other words, if you take a halfway dead tool and begin using it with the BatPack, the tool's energy bar will eventually be full. When using a tool, the BatPack supplies the energy needed for that use, as well as charging the tool itself. It can also be used to charge a dead tool, by destroying a block when the tool has no charge, this, however, may be a glitch. [http://forum.industrial-craft.net/index.php?page=Thread&postID=12943#post12943 ref] The BatPack breaks from a moderate amount of damage, but only when empty. It provides one and a half armor points.

The BatPack can be upgraded to the [[LapPack]] which stores 300,000 [[EU]] and can charge up many other tools.

As of 1.70, the batpack can be recharged in the field using two other types of armor: the [[Solar Helmet]] and the [[Static Boots]].

== Recipe ==

{{Grid/Crafting Table
|A1=RE Battery (Charged) |B1=Electronic Circuit |C1=RE Battery (Charged)
|A2=RE Battery (Charged) |B2=Tin |C2=RE Battery (Charged)
|A3=RE Battery (Charged) |B3= |C3=RE Battery (Charged)
|Output=Bat-Pack
|float=right|nobreak=nobreak
}}
Ingredients:
* 6 x RE Battery
* 1 x Electronic Circuit
* 1 x Tin Ingot
Produces: 1 x BatPack

See: [http://www.crafting-guide.com/?count=1&recipeName=BatPack Crafting Guide]

== Recharging ==

The BatPack is recharged like a normal RE Battery. To recharge the batpack place it in a energy storage device (the [[BatBox]], the [[MFE Unit]] or the [[MFS Unit]]), as well as in any available [[Generator]].

Alternatively it can be charged when worn by using the [[Static Boots]] or the [[Solar Helmet]]. They can be used in conjunction for greater charging, or replace each other when the charging requirements are not fulfilled.

Again just like a [[RE Battery]], a batpack can be used to power machines.

{{Energy
|Input=100 EU/t
|Output=100 EU/t
|Storage=60,000
}}

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[[Category:Tools]]