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FACTORIO / POWER

Substation

Offers larger-area electrical pole coverage useful for large machine blocks.

Original Volpedia referenceReviewed 2026-10-27Quick reference · noindexBASE / CORE SYSTEM
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Practical advice: Design pole layout around actual grid connectivity and power consumers.
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How it works

Offers larger-area electrical pole coverage useful for large machine blocks.

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Practical advice

Design pole layout around actual grid connectivity and power consumers.

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Mistakes to avoid

Placing poles with coverage but no connection to power production.

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