LF PowerGrid
Distribution

Combiner

Merges two power inputs into one combined output.

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Overview

The Combiner is a passthrough distribution device that merges two independent power inputs into a single combined output. The output power equals the sum of both inputs, making it ideal for hybrid power setups, redundancy, and complex power management systems. It has no internal consumption or capacity limits, allowing flexible power routing.

Specifications

Property Value
ClassLFPG_Combiner
Base ClassLFPG_WireOwnerBase
TypePassthrough (2 IN + 1 OUT)
Inputs2 (input_0, input_1)
Outputs1 (output_0)
Power Consumption0 u/s (passive merger)
Power Capacity500 u/s (merged)
Weight (Kit)800g
Weight (Placed)1,200g

How It Works

The Combiner is the inverse of a Splitter. It accepts two independent power feeds (input_0 and input_1) and merges them into a single output (output_0). Power from both inputs is combined additively with zero loss or internal consumption. This allows creating flexible power distribution networks where multiple sources feed a single load, enabling redundancy and load balancing.

Wiring Examples

Hybrid Power Setup

Solar Panel T1 (20 u/s)
Furnace (50 u/s)
Combiner
Battery
70 u/s combined

Combine Solar Panel T1 and Furnace outputs into a single 70 u/s stream for fast battery charging or powering high-demand devices. Ideal for 24-hour operation.

Redundant Power for Critical Systems

Primary Battery (40 u/s)
Backup Battery (40 u/s)
Combiner
Critical Devices
80 u/s (if both online)

Two batteries feeding a combiner ensure critical systems stay online even if one battery fails. Both supplies combined provide extra capacity when both are active.

Multi-Source Charging

Solar Panel T2 (40 u/s)
Furnace (50 u/s)
Combiner
Battery Large
90 u/s charge rate

Stack multiple generators with a combiner to charge large battery banks faster than any single source.

Cascaded Combiners for Complex Layouts

Solar T2 (40)
Furnace (50)
Combiner 1
Solar T1 (20)
Combiner 2
90 u/s then 110 u/s total

Chain multiple combiners to merge power from multiple zones into a central distribution point.

Tips

  • Zero consumption — use as many as needed without power loss
  • Perfect for redundant systems where any input can sustain the load
  • Additive output means combining 50 u/s + 40 u/s = 90 u/s available
  • Lightweight kit (800g) makes it easy to transport and relocate
  • Opposite of Splitter — use together to create flexible routing networks
  • No LED indicators needed — purely passive merger with no state
  • Can be daisy-chained with other combiners for multi-source complex layouts