How to Build a Tinker's Construct Smeltery - Modded Tutorials E1

Introduction

In this tutorial, you will learn how to build a basic smeltery using the Tinker's Construct mod in Minecraft. This setup is essential for crafting advanced tools and allows you to double your ore output, making it a valuable addition to any modded Minecraft gameplay.

Step 1: Gather Materials

Before starting the construction of your smeltery, you need to collect the following materials:

• 29 Seared Bricks
• 1 Seared Tank
• 2 Smeltery Drains
• 1 Smeltery Controller
• 2 Seared Faucets
• 1 Casting Table
• 1 Casting Basin
• Lava (for fuel)

Tips for Collecting Seared Bricks

• Crafting Seared Bricks: To make seared bricks, smelt grout, which can be created from:
  • 1 Clay Block + 4 Sand + 4 Gravel → 8 Grout
  • Or, 1 Clay Ball + 1 Sand + 1 Gravel → 1 Grout
• Smelting: Each grout will yield 1 seared brick when smelted.

Step 2: Build the Smeltery Foundation

1. Create a 3x3 Area: Knock out a 3x3 area on the ground to serve as the base of your smeltery.
2. Lay the Seared Bricks: Place the 9 seared bricks to form the foundation.
3. Build the Walls:
   • Construct a 2-high, 3-wide wall at the back of the smeltery.
   • Repeat for another side.
   • Add a 1-high wall in front and place two seared bricks in the middle.

Step 3: Install the Smeltery Components

1. Position the Seared Tank: Place the seared tank on one side of the smeltery.
2. Add Lava: Fill the seared tank with lava for fuel.
3. Set Up Smeltery Drains: Place the two smeltery drains on the front wall.
4. Install the Smeltery Controller: Position the smeltery controller in the center front of the structure.
   • Look for an animation indicating successful assembly; if it does not light up, check your configuration.

Step 4: Operate the Smeltery

1. Add Ore: Place ores (e.g., gold ore) into the smeltery to begin the smelting process.
2. Monitor Progress: Watch for progress bars indicating the smelting status.

Step 5: Extract Molten Metal

1. Attach Seared Faucets: Connect the seared faucets to the drains below the smeltery controller.
2. Place Casting Components: Put the casting basin below one faucet and the casting table below the other.
3. Create Ingots:
   • To fill the casting basin, right-click the faucet and wait for it to cool down.
   • To create an ingot, make an ingot cast by right-clicking a seared brick onto the casting table while molten gold is present.

Final Steps for Crafting Ingots

• Right-click the faucet to pour molten gold into the ingot cast on the table. After it cools, you will have your gold ingot.

Conclusion

You have successfully built a basic smeltery in Tinker's Construct, allowing you to double your ore output and create advanced tools. This setup is crucial for progressing in modded Minecraft. For further adventures, consider exploring more complex Tinker's Construct features or other mods in your gameplay. Happy crafting!