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FACTORIO / PROGRESSION

First electricity

Connect water pumping, boiler fuel and steam power to an electrical grid.

Original Volpedia referenceReviewed 2026-10-27Quick reference · noindexBASE / CORE SYSTEM
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Practical advice: Verify satisfaction and machine connections before expanding electric mining.
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How it works

Connect water pumping, boiler fuel and steam power to an electrical grid.

02

Practical advice

Verify satisfaction and machine connections before expanding electric mining.

03

Mistakes to avoid

Thinking the boiler alone produces power without a connected steam engine.

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