Protecting Mechanical Power Grids with Fuses and Limiters

Regulating Mechanical Power

Uncontrolled mechanical power can lead to overloads and damaged machinery. Install Network Limiters along your power lines to control exactly how much mechanical power routes to specific sections of your factory. This allows you to safely isolate power-hungry machines from the rest of your base.

Installing the Correct Fuse Tier

In addition to limiters, install compact fuses in your power setup. If an overload occurs, the fuse breaks safely to protect your equipment from taking damage. Choose a fuse tier that matches your network's scale:

• Zinc Fuses: Use these for basic machine protection in small setups.
• Copper Fuses: Best suited for medium power setups.
• Brass Fuses: Built for advanced, high-demand factory networks.

If a power surge trips your network, locate the blown fuse, resolve the power spike on the line, and replace it with a fresh fuse of the appropriate tier to restore mechanical operation.