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Sprinkler

Automated watering system for crops. Consumes 5 u/s, 2m effect radius.

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Overview

The Sprinkler is an automated watering system designed for crops and plants in farming areas. With modest power consumption of only 5 units per second, multiple sprinklers can run efficiently on a single power source. When powered, the sprinkler automatically waters nearby plants and crops within a 2-meter radius without requiring manual intervention, and drains water from connected Water Pump tanks at 1.0 liter per hour of operation.

Specifications

Property Value
ClassLFPG_Sprinkler
Base ClassLFPG_DeviceBase
TypeConsumer (1 IN)
Portinput_1
Power Consumption5 u/s
Effect Radius2.0m (crop watering area)
Water Drain1.0 L/hour from Water Pump tank
Weight (Kit)1,500g
Weight (Placed)2,000g

How It Works

The Sprinkler consumes 5 units per second of electrical power via its input port (input_1). When powered, it automatically waters crops and plants within a 2-meter radius around its position. The sprinkler must be connected to a Water Pump to access water supply—it drains water from the pump's tank at a rate of 1.0 liter per hour while operating. Without a connected Water Pump, the sprinkler cannot water crops despite having electrical power.

Water & Power Integration

  • Electrical Input: Requires 5 u/s continuous power to operate
  • Water Source: Must be connected to Water Pump for water supply
  • Water Consumption: Drains 1.0 L/hour from connected pump tank
  • Effect Area: Waters crops within 2m radius of sprinkler position
  • Powered State: Operates only when receiving electrical power

Wiring Examples

Single Sprinkler with Water Pump

Source
Sprinkler

Connect directly to a power source for continuous automatic watering. Water Pump must be deployed and connected to supply water to the sprinkler.

Multi-Sprinkler Farming Setup

Solar Panel T1
Splitter
Sprinkler 1
Sprinkler 2
Sprinkler 3
Sprinkler 4

A single T1 Solar Panel (20 u/s) can power up to four sprinklers simultaneously (20 u/s total consumption). All connected sprinklers draw water from the same Water Pump tank network.

Sprinkler with Manual Control

Source
Switch V1
Sprinkler

Use a switch to manually toggle sprinkler operation. Enables controlled watering schedules based on player activity or farming needs.

Motion-Triggered Farming

Battery
Motion Sensor
Sprinkler

Pair with a motion sensor to water crops only when players are nearby, saving both power and water. Ideal for group bases with communal farming areas.

Tips

  • Low power draw of 5 u/s allows efficient multi-sprinkler setups on minimal sources
  • Can run up to 4 sprinklers on Solar Panel T1 (20 u/s), or 10 on Solar Panel T2 (50 u/s)
  • Always pair with Water Pump — electrical power alone is insufficient without water supply
  • Water drain (1.0 L/hour) is modest; large pump tanks support extended operation
  • 2-meter radius covers small crop plots; use multiple sprinklers for larger farming areas
  • Position sprinklers at cluster centers to maximize crop coverage
  • Lightweight design (2kg placed) makes it easy to install throughout farm
  • Perfect for automated farming systems in group bases with communal crops
  • Combine with switches for flexible on/off watering schedules