Power SourcesAdded in 1.5
DAYLIGHT DETECTOR
Outputs a redstone signal proportional to the current sunlight level. Can be inverted (right-click) to output based on darkness. Signal ranges from 0 to 15 depending on time of day.
Crafting Recipe
3 Glass + 3 Nether Quartz + 3 Wooden Slabs → 1 Daylight Detector
Signal Behavior
Input
Sunlight level (sky light - block obstructions)
Output
0-15 based on sun position (inverted: moon position)
Max Signal Strength
15
Delay
Real-time (updates with sun position)
Modes
- Daylight mode
- Inverted (nighttime) mode
Common Uses
- ▸Automatic street lights
- ▸Day/night cycle detection
- ▸Solar clocks
- ▸Automated farm lighting
Common Mistakes
- !Does not work underground or under opaque blocks
- !Rainy weather reduces output
- !Right-click inverts mode accidentally