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Modrinth · Minecraft mod

ME-Beam-Former

Add an ME Beam Former to AE2 to enable visually and wireless visually stunning ME network connections.

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Quick answer

Which ME-Beam-Former release should I use?

Updated 4 months ago
Latest stable file 1.21.1-1.3.0
Game version 1.21.1
Loader NeoForge

ME-Beam-Former 1.21.1-1.3.0 targets 1.21.1 with NeoForge. Installation on the client is optional. Installation on the dedicated server is optional. No extra mods listed for this file.

Where it goes

Is ME-Beam-Former required on the client, server, or both?

Installation on the client is optional. Installation on the dedicated server is optional.

Client Optional
Dedicated server Optional
Loader for this release NeoForge
Required install it here Optional supported, not mandatory Not supported do not install here Source doesn’t say do not assume

The source marks this as usable on both the client and server.

Understand client and server requirements Read the Minecraft installation guide

What else does ME-Beam-Former 1.21.1-1.3.0 need?

1.21.1-1.3.0. Change the file and its required mods may change too.

No extra mods listed for this file

This file does not list any required mods. Do not add a library just because a different file uses it.

This file does not list any required or optional mods.

Before you install it

Add ME-Beam-Former without breaking your instance.

Built for ME-Beam-Former 1.21.1-1.3.0. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.

  1. 01

    Stick to this file

    Use 1.21.1-1.3.0. It targets 1.21.1 with NeoForge; another release may have different loader, side or dependency requirements.

  2. 02

    Bring the mods it needs

    This file does not list any required mods. Do not add a library just because a different file uses it.

  3. 03

    Put it on the correct side

    Installation on the client is optional. Installation on the dedicated server is optional.

  4. 04

    Pick the file you checked

    Use the “Get this file” button beside 1.21.1-1.3.0. It opens that exact file at the source.

About this project

What does ME-Beam-Former add?

ME-Beam-Former

A lightweight Applied Energistics 2 addon that links two cable-bus parts with a visible, colored beam. It provides a clean, visual way to bridge ME network nodes across a short gap without extra cables.

Features

  • Connect two Beam Former parts facing each other (up to 32 blocks).
  • Real-time visibility of the link as a colored beam (inherits the cable color).
  • Quick toggle: shift-right-click to hide or show the beam per pair.
  • Respects occlusion and part collisions; beam auto-disconnects if blocked.
  • Works with AE2’s grid and uses proper ticking/connection logic.
  • Performance-friendly dynamic rendering with emissive visuals.

Requirements

  • Minecraft: 1.20.1
  • Forge: 47.x
  • Applied Energistics 2: 15.4.x

Notes

  • Designed to match AE2’s look-and-feel and part rendering pipeline.
  • Client-only visuals; server logic stays minimal and safe.
  • Compatible with common rendering optimizers. If you encounter visual glitches with shader/optimization mods, try disabling the specific beam-related setting.

Getting Started

  1. Craft two Beam Formers.
  2. Place them facing each other on cable buses.
  3. Power your ME network and enjoy the link. Use Shift+Right Click on either end to toggle beam visibility.

Enjoy a cleaner ME setup with clear, elegant links between nodes!

Project description from Modrinth.

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