Observer
A redstone component that detects block state changes in front of it and emits a short redstone pulse from the back.
Stack Size
Stack Size64
Durability
DurabilityN/A
Category
CategoryRedstone
Version Added
Version Added1.11
Item ID
Item IDobserver
Overview
Observer is a redstone component in the Redstone category of Minecraft, obtained through crafting it. A single inventory slot holds a full stack of 64 Observer. This item was added to the game in version 1.11.
In this database, Observer sits alongside 28 other Redstone entries, each with its own page. As a redstone component, Observer is wired into contraptions and circuits; its behaviour is what gives builders the logic and timing to automate farms, doors, and machines.
Crafting Recipe
ObserverCrafting TableStation: Crafting Table
How to Obtain
- Crafting
Notes
Detects block updates including crop growth, water flow, and piston movement. Emits a 1-tick pulse.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you get Observer in Minecraft?
Observer is crafted at a Crafting Table using Cobblestone, Redstone Dust, and Nether Quartz.
What is Observer used for?
A redstone component that detects block state changes in front of it and emits a short redstone pulse from the back.
How many Observer can you stack?
Observer stacks up to 64 per inventory slot, so a full stack is 64 and a double chest holds 3,456 of them.
Can Observer be enchanted?
No. Observer cannot be enchanted in vanilla Minecraft.
When was Observer added to Minecraft?
Observer was added in version 1.11 and remains part of the Redstone category in the current 1.21 release.