Detector Rail

Detector Rail
File:DetectorRail.gif A Detector Rail
Type	Block
Transparency	Yes
Luminosity	None
Stackable	Yes (Up to 64)
First Appearance	Update 0.13,0

Detector Rails are Blocks that were added in Update 0.13.0. It is one of the four types of Rails in the game. The rail itself emits a redstone signal when a Minecart passes over it.

Crafting

• 6 Iron Ingot + 1 Redstone (Item) + 1 Pressure Plate => 6 Detector Rails

Trivia

• Detector Rails are used in a number of traps.
• Detector Rails are often confused with Activator Rails.
• If a Minecart with a Chest or a Hopper is on it, the detector rail will send a signal strength that shows how full that container is.