Tripwire Hook
minecraft:tripwire_hookA tripwire hook is a redstone component crafted from iron ingots, a stick, and a wooden plank. Two hooks connected by string form a tripwire circuit that emits a redstone signal at power level 15 when an entity crosses the line, making it a common building block for traps.
FAQ
How do I set up a tripwire circuit?
Place two tripwire hooks facing each other on solid blocks, with 1 to 40 blocks of string connecting them in a straight line.
What triggers a tripwire?
Most entities such as players, mobs, and items intersect the tripwire line's hitbox and trigger it; spectators and area effect clouds cannot.
Can I remove a tripwire without setting it off?
Yes, using shears on the string destroys it without triggering the circuit, though the hook's visible state will still change.
What is a tripwire hook used to craft?
It is an ingredient for crossbows and trapped chests, and can be traded to fletcher villagers at an 8:1 emerald ratio.