Creating and Using Bundled Cables

What Are Bundled Cables?

Bundled cables allow multiple redstone signals to travel through a single cable, each on its own independent channel. This dramatically reduces the space needed for complex multi-signal circuits compared to running separate wires.

Crafting and Placing Bundled Cable

Craft bundled cable from standard materials, then place it like regular wire. Bundled cables connect to:

• Other bundled cable segments
• Bundled-cable-compatible logic gates and devices
• Breakout components that separate individual channels

Managing Channels

Each bundled cable contains multiple color-coded channels. Use breakout blocks or specialized gates to:

• Extract specific channels from a bundled cable
• Merge individual signals into a bundled cable
• Route signals to different destinations based on channel

Practical Applications

Bundled cables excel in:

• Multi-output control systems (directing power to different machines)
• Compact data transmission for logic circuits
• Organized wiring in tight spaces

Combine bundled cables with logic gates to create sophisticated automation. For example, use a single bundled cable to carry signals for multiple door locks, lighting zones, or machine controls, then split them at the destination using appropriate breakout components.