Redstone Dust
minecraft:redstoneRedstone dust is the wiring of Minecraft, transmitting power signals up to 15 blocks to drive contraptions of every scale. It is mined from redstone ore with an iron pickaxe or better (4-5 dust per ore), dropped by witches, traded from clerics, and crafted from a block of redstone. Beyond circuits, it extends potion durations when brewing and crafts components like dispensers, observers, and compasses.
FAQ
How far does a redstone signal travel?
Redstone wire carries a power signal up to 15 blocks before it fades to zero and needs a repeater to boost it back to full.
How do I get lots of redstone?
Mine redstone ore with an iron pickaxe (4-5 dust each, more with Fortune), or farm witches, which drop 4-8 dust when killed.
What is redstone used for in brewing?
Adding redstone dust to a potion in a brewing stand extends its duration.
What tool breaks redstone ore fastest?
You must use an iron pickaxe or better to collect the dust; anything weaker breaks the ore without any drop.