While the most straightforward approach for irrigation systems in The Front involves using a Dew Collector and an output pot, it’ll get a lot more complicated from there. That’s why in this guide, I’ll show you everything you’ll need to know about setting up a basic irrigation system and understanding the water mechanics in the game. Let’s jump right into it!
How Does Water Work
First off, I’ll introduce you to the water pump, specifically the intake pump. Now, to set up a functional irrigation system, you’ll need to start by placing the intake pump in a water source.
This pump connects to other devices using cables to make everything work seamlessly. Put up a switch, also called circuit breaker in there. Turn it on and after a few seconds, all your plants will receive water.
It’s a simple process, and all you need are power and the components, which I’ll mention further into the guide. For that, you may check our guide on How Does Electricity Work In The Front.
For example, you can do a setup with a solar farm, which will be connected to a circuit breaker.
Using electrical tools, link the output of the circuit breaker to a splitter, which divides the power into three streams. Two of these power streams go into the water pump, and the other into the intake pump.
Understanding the water system is pretty straightforward. “Input” represents what you’re putting into the device, while “Output” is what’s coming out.
For example, you can make a setup where the sprinklers are interconnected, with the input of one connected to the output of the previous one, creating a continuous pipe of water.
The water pump gathers water from a source, which is then pumped through the intake pump to reach your plants.
Up next, there’s the pressure pump, which isn’t always necessary. It’s used to apply pressure to the water, making it suitable for situations where you need to transport water uphill over longer distances.
Hydration and moisture levels matter when planting seeds, but you can control this efficiently by using an on/off switch. In case moisture levels are too high, you can deactivate the system, so you’re always in control.
Also, keep in mind that you can only connect one device to another and ensure that the flow direction aligns properly.
That’s pretty much it! If you’re interested, you might want to check out this quick guide on How To Split Item Stacks!
And that’s everything you’ll need to know about water mechanics in The Front. Did I miss out on anything? If you have questions or concerns, feel free to leave them in the comments section below.
