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Panning Machine

Automate your panning. The Panning Machine is a mechanical device that processes gravel, sand, and bony soil automatically, freeing you from hours of manual panning. Connect it to your power network, set it up near water, and let the machine do the work — whi

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Which Panning Machine release matches 1.22.4?

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Best match for your filters 1.1.1
Game version 1.22.0, 1.22.1, 1.22.2
Loader Built-in Vintage Story mod system

Panning Machine 1.1.1 targets 1.22.0, 1.22.1, 1.22.2. It must be installed on the client. Installation on the dedicated server is optional. No extra mods listed for this file.

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Is Panning Machine required on the client, server, or both?

It must be installed on the client. Installation on the dedicated server is optional.

Client Required
Dedicated server Optional
Loader for this release Built-in Vintage Story mod system
Required install it here Optional supported, not mandatory Not supported do not install here Source doesn’t say do not assume

This release supports both sides, but the source does not require it on the server.

Understand Vintage Story dependencies Read the Vintage Story installation guide

What else does Panning Machine 1.1.1 need?

1.1.1 on 1.22.4. Every mod below is checked against that same setup.

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 Panning Machine without breaking your instance.

Built for Panning Machine 1.1.1 on 1.22.4. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.

  1. 01

    Stick to this file

    Use 1.1.1. It targets 1.22.0, 1.22.1, 1.22.2; 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

    It must be installed on the client. Installation on the dedicated server is optional.

  4. 04

    Pick the file you checked

    Use the “Get this file” button beside 1.1.1. It opens that exact file at the source.

About this project

What does Panning Machine add?

Automate your panning.


The Panning Machine is a mechanical device that processes gravel, sand, and bony soil automatically, freeing you from hours of manual panning. Connect it to your power network, set it up near water, and let the machine do the work — while you focus on everything else your world demands.

This mod is designed with balance in mind. The machine is deliberately a step down from hand panning in yield per block, rewarding automation with convenience rather than raw output. It fits naturally into a mid-to-late game mechanical setup without trivialising early resource gathering.

> How to Use

Setting up the Panning Machine is straightforward. Follow these steps and it will run reliably:

  • Place the machine in water. It requires contact with water to operate. This can be disabled in the config if you prefer.
  • Connect mechanical power from either side of the machine. A windmill or any other power source works fine.
  • Keep the block directly behind the machine empty. This is required for the water flow mechanic to function correctly.
  • Place a container in front (side with the chute) of the machine to collect the output. Chutes are also supported.
  • Add material to process by right-clicking on top of the machine with a stack of bony soil, gravel, or sand — or simply drop a stack onto it.

    Once set up, the machine will display processing info above it. Each block of material yields output 6 times before being consumed. This value can be adjusted in the config.
    The machine uses the same drop table as the vanilla wooden pan, so any mod that extends panning drops will work here automatically.

 

> Configuration

The following options can be changed in the mod config file:

  • RequiresWater — toggle whether the machine needs to be placed in water. [Default = true]
  • MaxPanningProcesses — maximum number of times an item can be processed in the panning slot. [Default = 6]
  • MechanicalResistance — mechanical resistance of the panning machine. [Default = 0.085]
  • SpeedMultiplier — speed multiplier applied to mechanical network speed. [Default = 1.6]

 

> Compatibility

All mods that extend the vanilla wooden pan drop table are automatically supported.

 

> Known Issues

  • xSkills — the machine renderer does not work correctly when xSkills is active. A response from the xSkills author is pending. Thank you for your patience.
  • Seraph Leveling — a similar issue has been reported with this mod. Currently under investigation.

 

> Planned

When? I don't know.

  • A steel version of the machine with improved drop rates and potentially automatic input support.
  • Broader compatibility patches for more mods.

 

> Found a bug or have a suggestion?

Leave a comment below or find the dedicated thread on the official Vintage Story Discord → mods forum → Panning Machine.

 

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