Refined Relocation 2 Mod Wiki

Refined Relocation 2 is the modern successor to the original Refined Relocation mod, rebuilt from the ground up for Minecraft. Unlike complex tech mods that require massive power infrastructures, Refined Relocation 2 focuses on enhancing existing storage solutions. It allows players to turn standard chests into 'Smart Chests' that automatically pull items from a shared network based on predefined rules.

The mod's core philosophy is non-intrusive automation. It integrates seamlessly with other storage mods (such as Iron Chests) and provides tools to extend block faces, speed up item transport, and create complex sorting logic without the need for miles of piping.

The functionality of Refined Relocation 2 revolves around three main pillars: the Sorting Grid, Filtering, and Priority.

The Sorting Grid

When Sorting Chests or Sorting Connectors are placed adjacent to one another, they form a Sorting Grid. Any item inserted into one member of the grid will be automatically relocated to the most appropriate container within that same grid based on the filters set in each container. If no specific container matches the item, it will stay in the container it was originally placed in, or move to a container designated as a 'Buffer'.

Priority System

Every sorting container has a Priority setting (ranging from -128 to 127). When an item is introduced to the grid:

1. The system looks for containers with matching filters.
2. Among matching containers, the one with the highest priority receives the item first.
3. If priorities are equal, the item is distributed based on proximity or available space.

Filtering Logic

Filters are the 'brains' of the operation. They can be inserted into Sorting Chests or Sorting Interfaces to define exactly what items are allowed inside. Filters can be configured to be 'Inverted' (blacklist mode) or 'Normal' (whitelist mode).

Refined Relocation 2 adds several functional blocks to facilitate item movement and storage.

Sorting Chests

Sorting Chests are the primary way to store items. When you open a Sorting Chest, you will see an additional 'Sorting' tab. In this tab, you can set the Priority and insert various Filter items. Sorting Chests can also be upgraded to Iron, Gold, or Diamond versions if the Iron Chests mod is installed.

Block Extender

The Block Extender is a versatile tool for automation. By placing it against a block, you can interact with that block's inventory through the Extender. This is particularly useful for machines that only allow input from specific sides.

Items in Refined Relocation 2 are primarily used to upgrade existing blocks or define sorting rules.

Sorting Upgrade

The Sorting Upgrade is one of the most important items. Right-clicking a standard Vanilla Chest with this item will instantly transform it into a Sorting Chest, preserving its contents. This also works on Iron Chests if compatibility is enabled.

Filter Types

Filters are items placed inside the Sorting Tab of a container to define its behavior.

• Basic Filter: Allows you to specify a list of up to 9 specific items.
• Preset Filter: Allows you to select broad categories such as 'Food', 'Ores', 'Tools', or 'Armor'.
• Mod Filter: Sorts items based on the mod they come from (e.g., all items from 'Thermal Expansion').
• Name Filter: Uses string matching to sort items based on their display name or internal ID.
• Type Filter: Sorts items based on their internal item type (e.g., Block, Item, Tool).
• Multi Filter: A container filter that can hold multiple other filters, allowing for complex 'AND/OR' logic.

While recipes may vary slightly based on modpack configurations, the standard crafting patterns are as follows:

Note: Most filters are crafted by combining a Basic Filter with a specific 'identifier' item (like a Book for the Mod Filter).

Creating a Buffer Chest

To ensure your items never get 'stuck' in a manual entry chest, create a Buffer Chest. Place a Sorting Chest and set its Priority to the lowest possible value (-128) and do not give it any filters. Any item that doesn't fit into your specific categorized chests will automatically flow into this buffer.

Remote Access with Block Extenders

Block Extenders can be daisy-chained to a limited degree. They are perfect for hiding messy wiring behind walls while keeping the 'input' face of your sorting system accessible.

Color Coding

Sorting Chests can be dyed by right-clicking them with any dye. This does not affect their sorting logic but is highly recommended for visual organization (e.g., Red for Ores, Green for Food).

The mod provides a configuration file (usually found in /config/refinedrelocation-common.toml) where server admins can adjust performance settings:

• Check Interval: How often the sorting grid scans for new items (lower is faster but heavier on CPU).
• Max Grid Size: Limits the number of blocks that can be connected in a single sorting network to prevent lag.
• Fast Hopper Speed: Adjusts the tick rate of the Fast Hopper.