Thermal Generator
The Thermal Generator is the most early game Generator in the Machines Add-on.
Obtaining
Crafting
The Thermal Generator is crafted in 3x3 grid by placing 2 Iron Gears in the top two corners, 2 Sturdy Frames in the bottom two corners, 1 Ignition Powder in the middle, 1 Logic Circuit in the top centre, 1 Cauldron in the bottom centre, and two Steam Engines in the remaining two slots,
| Ingredients | Crafting |
|---|---|
| Iron Gear + Sturdy Frame + Ignition Powder + Steam Engine + Logic Circuit + Cauldron |  |
usage
Power Production
The Thermal Generator produces power by consuming lava. 15 Milibuckets (mB) are used to produce 30 Power Units (p) per second.
A Pump is used alongside the Thermal Generator to provide a continuous supply of lava.
Connections and Resource Capacity
| Type | Inputs | Outputs |
|---|---|---|
| Item | 1 | 0 |
| Liquid | 1 | 0 |
| Power | 0 | 2 |
| Type | Maximum | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Lava | 1000 | Milibuckets (mB) |
| Power | 250 | Power Units (p) |