Voltage Networks
In Space Station 14, power distribution is divided into three separate voltage networks. These networks are the Low Voltage Network, the Medium Voltage Network, and the High Voltage Network.
These networks power different types of machinery on the station.
Stats · 2 row(s)
| damage container | Inorganic |
|---|---|
| hvcable capacity | 6u |
Stats · 2 row(s)
| damage container | Inorganic |
|---|---|
| mvcable capacity | 5u |
Stats · 2 row(s)
| damage container | Inorganic |
|---|---|
| lvcable capacity | 5u |
Low Voltage Network
The Low Voltage Network is used for powering almost all small machines on the station. This includes things like lights, computers, and other small devices.
Stats · 2 row(s)
| damage container | StructuralInorganic |
|---|---|
| lube capacity | 250u |
Low Voltage power is provided by APCs, which are wall-mounted devices that convert power from the Medium Voltage Network to Low Voltage.
Stats · 2 row(s)
| damage container | StructuralInorganic |
|---|---|
| max charge | 50000 J |
Low Voltage wire doesn't have to be directly run to every machine, as it can power multiple machines as long as the wire is close enough to the machine. It can power machines within 2 tiles radially, and 3 tiles in each cardinal direction.
Medium Voltage Network
The Medium Voltage Network is used for powering APCs and other power-hungry machinery that can only accept Medium Voltage power. The Particle Accelerator is an example, as it operates on Medium Voltage power.
[italic]The Particle Accelerator[italic]
Medium Voltage power is provided by Substations, which are large machines that convert power from the High Voltage Network to Medium Voltage.
There are also wallmount variants of these substations for compact spaces, like shuttles.
Stats · 2 row(s)
| damage container | StructuralInorganic |
|---|---|
| max charge | 2500000 J |
Stats · 2 row(s)
| damage container | StructuralInorganic |
|---|---|
| max charge | 2000000 J |
High Voltage Network
The High Voltage Network is used for moving large amount of power across the station. It is used to power most power handling equipment, such as SMES units and Substations.
Most high-output generators output power to the High Voltage Network.
Stats · 2 row(s)
| damage container | StructuralInorganic |
|---|---|
| max charge | 8000000 J |
Stats · 3 row(s)
| damage container | StructuralInorganic |
|---|---|
| max charge | 5000000 J |
| starting charge | 0 J |
Stats · 2 row(s)
| damage container | StructuralInorganic |
|---|---|
| max charge | 2500000 J |
Shock Damage
If you are shocked by a cable carrying power, you will take damage. The amount of damage you take is based on the voltage of the cable that shocked you.
Low Voltage cables will deal less damage than Medium Voltage cables, which will deal less damage than High Voltage cables.
Energized High Voltage and Medium Voltage cabling hurts, so be sure to wear insulated gloves when working with it.