Factorio Pipe To Ground (2024)

FAQs

What does pipe to ground do in Factorio? ›

The pipe to ground (or "underground pipe") is a distribution method for liquids and gases. Since a basic pipe is impassable, these are necessary to keep the factory open, as well as to cross belt lines, or environmental features.

All PVC pipes should be buried at least 12 inches below the frost line so they won't rupture in freezing temperatures. However, where heavy traffic is expected, trenches will need to be at least 24 to 36 inches deep.

Pipes are the most basic way to channel fluids from A to B. They automatically connect to any adjacent pipe and can do so to all four cardinal directions simultaneously. Underground pipes only work in two opposite directions, linking to another underground pipe on one side, and to another entity on the other.

Today, the best tool for the job is ground penetrating radar (GPR) as it accurately maps metal and PVC pipes. Traditional pipe locators use electricity and magnets to locate underground pipes.

This grounds the home's water pipes throughout the house and is a good and safe practice that has been done for over a century. The grounding system in a home provides an easy path for electricity to flow to earth should a problem, such as a short circuit, occur.

Concrete serves as path with more advanced bonuses compared with stone bricks. Concrete increases walking speed by 40% and decreases vehicle rolling resistance, allowing for extra acceleration and top speed, although each vehicle is affected differently; the tank is only affected by a 20% bonus, for example.

Put a four inch thick layer of sand on the bottom, carefully lay the pipe down than put a four inch thick layer of sand next than carefully refill with dirt/top soil and compact. Fill the compacted area with top soil to level it all out.

Pipes don't float in the air on their own; they have to be held in some way. We often bury pipes to protect them and keep them out of the way, but the ground isn't always that good at holding pipes together.

A pipe can hold 100 units of liquid. Throughput per second and the 100 unit cap are not directly related, apart from an upper limit. Fluids in adjacent pipes / tanks will level itself out.

In Factorio, pipelines and trains are the two primary means of moving oil. The easiest way is pipelines, as players only need to construct a pipeline network from the oil wells to the processing facility. Oil can also be transported via trains, however trains require more setup and upkeep than pipelines do.

How do you run a pipe underground without digging it? ›

Microtunneling is a trenchless method that involves the use of a micro tunnel boring machine to excavate a tunnel underground. The machine is controlled remotely and uses a pipe-jacking system to install the new pipe. Microtunneling is commonly used for the installation of sewer and water pipelines.

International Plumbing Code states exterior water supply system piping should ideally lie 6 inches below the frost line and not less than 12 inches under grade for best performance.

Both the IPC and IRC state that all water lines as well as sewer lines must be a minimum of 12 inches below grade, i.e., a foot underneath ground level.

Pipe earthing is an important safety measure that helps protect against electrical hazards. By connecting the electrical system to the earth, it provides a path for electrical faults to dissipate safely. This can help prevent electrical shocks, fires, and other hazards that can result from electrical faults.

Underground Piping Systems

Many lines, not related to sewer systems, are routed either entirely or partially below the ground, or Grade. The commodities in these pipes could be cooling water, firewater, feed supply, hazardous waste materials, and others.

Soil Pipes are designed to transport the soiled water (blackwater) from your toilet, urinal, or bidet (if you're fancy). Waste Pipes are designed to transport the wastewater (greywater) from your sinks, shower, bath, washing machine, or dishwasher.

Pipe Entrance

The pipes are also clogged with Soggy Root, so the player needs a Bone Dagger or Spider Fang Dagger to venture forward. The pipes are also full of Water Fleas and Diving Bell Spiders, so it is recommended to bring a decent water weapon.