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Core Utilities

A futuristic tech-meets-automation mod for Minecraft, designed to expand the game’s core functionality with high-efficiency tools, modular machines, and directional logic systems.

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Updated 2 days ago
Latest stable file 1.4.0 · neoforge · 26.2
Game version 26.2
Loader NeoForge

Core Utilities 1.4.0 · neoforge · 26.2 targets 26.2 with NeoForge. The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both. All 1 required mods have matching files.

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What else does Core Utilities 1.4.0 · neoforge · 26.2 need?

1.4.0 · neoforge · 26.2. Change the file and its required mods may change too.

All 1 required mods have matching files

Install Jauml first. We found matching files for this game-version and loader setup.

Jauml Needed by Core Utilities 1.4.0 · neoforge · 26.2
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Matching file found Matched file: jauml-neoforge-26.2-2.1.1.jar

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About this project

What does Core Utilities add?

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Core Utilities

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Core Utilities is a futuristic, tech-driven utility mod inspired by Extra Utilities and Dark Utilities. It expands Minecraft's automation, energy, logistics, storage, and mob-handling systems with functional machines, configurable blocks, and a clean Minecraft-faithful design.

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Features

Feature Description
Vector Plates Move entities with configurable speed and direction
Multiple Plate Speeds Medium, fast, and very fast movement variants
Effect Plates Apply effects such as regeneration, speed, poison, and more on contact
Filter Blocks Control which filtered types are allowed to pass
Reversible Filters Right-click with the Configuration Wrench to reverse filter behavior
Floating Block Can be placed anywhere
Backpacks Three portable storage tiers with 27, 54, and 100 slots
Mob Net Catch and release mobs
Configuration Wrench Configure supported machines and blocks
Solar Panel Generates FE based on daylight
Energy Cables Transfer FE energy at 64 FE/tick

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Vector Plates

Vector Plates automatically move entities across their surface, making them useful for mob farms, transportation systems, automation setups, and custom machinery.

Available speed variants:

  • Medium
  • Fast
  • Very Fast

Effect Plates

Effect Plates affect mobs and players when they come into contact with them.

Effects can include:

  • Regeneration
  • Speed
  • Poison
  • Other supported effects

Filter Blocks

Filter Blocks control which filtered types can pass through them.

Right-click a Filter Block with the Configuration Wrench to reverse its behavior.

Floating Block

The Floating Block can be placed anywhere, providing additional freedom for building utility and automation systems.

Backpacks

Core Utilities adds three backpack tiers:

Tier Storage
Backpack I 27 slots
Backpack II 54 slots
Backpack III 100 slots

Mob Net

The Mob Net lets players catch mobs and release them elsewhere, making entity relocation easier for farms, bases, and automation.

Configuration Wrench

The Configuration Wrench is used to configure supported machines and utility blocks, including reversing Filter Blocks.

Energy

Solar Panel

The Solar Panel generates FE based on daylight, providing a renewable energy source for compatible systems.

Cables

Core Utilities cables transfer:

64 FE/tick

They provide a straightforward way to connect energy generation and compatible machines.

Automation

Core Utilities provides modular systems that can be combined into larger automation builds:

  • Vector Plates for entity movement
  • Filter Blocks for routing
  • Effect Plates for automatic effects
  • Mob Nets for entity relocation
  • Solar Panels for energy generation
  • Cables for FE transfer
  • Backpacks for portable storage
  • Configuration Wrench for machine configuration

Why Choose Core Utilities?

  1. Automation Focused — Practical utilities for movement, filtering, energy, and entity handling.
  2. Modular Design — Use utilities independently or combine them into larger systems.
  3. Entity Logistics — Vector Plates and Filter Blocks provide more control over mob movement.
  4. Portable Storage — Three backpack tiers with up to 100 slots.
  5. Mob Handling — Catch and relocate mobs with the Mob Net.
  6. FE Energy — Generate energy with Solar Panels and transfer it through cables.
  7. Minecraft-Friendly Style — Functional technology with a clean, Minecraft-faithful aesthetic.
  8. Broad Version Support — Supports Minecraft 1.16.5 through 1.21.8.

Compatibility

Minecraft 1.16.5 → 1.21.8

Supported loaders:

  • NeoForge
  • Forge

Requirements

Core Utilities requires:

  • A supported NeoForge or Forge installation
  • JAUMl Library

Installation

  1. Install the supported NeoForge or Forge loader.
  2. Install JAUMl Library.
  3. Download the matching Core Utilities version.
  4. Place the required .jar files inside your mods/ folder.
  5. Start Minecraft.

Community & Support

If you encounter a bug or have a feature request, please join the Discord community or report it through the appropriate project page.

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Project description from CurseForge.

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