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How Does the Copper Bulb Work in Minecraft? Explained

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Cande MaldonadoBy Cande MaldonadoOctober 31, 20233 Mins Read
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While we wait for the 2.0 update to bring our block-building dreams to fruition, 1.21 manages to provide an exciting addition to your block-building adventures. This luminous innovation is more than just a pretty face in the game. You can control it with Redstone power and watch it change its glow over time. Here’s everything you need to know about the Copper Bulb in Minecraft.

What is the Copper Bulb in Minecraft

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The Copper Bulb is a new light source in Minecraft that can be toggled on or off using Redstone power. It’s a full-sized block entirely made of copper. Their design showcases copper, both on the sides and in the middle. They also have remarkable Redstone properties, which lets you alternate light patterns with a single Redstone pulse. You can power it up using any Redstone source, like a lever, button, or a block of Redstone.

How To Craft a Copper Bulb in Minecraft

To create a Copper Bulb, you’ll need three copper blocks, a blaze rod in the center, and a Redstone dust at the very bottom. This recipe yields four Copper Bulbs as your output.ย 

You can get the blaze rods by taking out Blazes in the Nether, and craft a block of copper with 9 copper ingots. As for the Redstone dust, the fastest way to get it is by mining Redstone ore.

All Copper Bulb Types & How To Get Them

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Similar to other copper items, these bulbs will age slowly over time, transitioning through different oxidation levels. These stages include fully oxidized, weathered, exposed, and full brightness. You can even halt the aging process by waxing the Copper Bulbs in Minecraft with a honeycomb.

Related:

How To Get Honeycomb in Minecraft

Copper Bulbs offer a variety of looks based on their oxidation level. The fully oxidized bulbs emit minimal light while scraping off the oxidation with an axe can brighten them up. Plus, they emit a satisfying click sound when toggled on and off, adding to their charm.

How To Power a Copper Bulb in Minecraft

To power a Copper Bulb, connect it to any Redstone power source, such as a lever, button, or a block of Redstone, and watch it illuminate your world. This versatility makes Copper Bulbs a fantastic addition to your Redstone contraptions, creating exciting lighting displays and contrived puzzles with ease.

Minecraft is available on mobile, PC, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch and Xbox.

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