Redstone Torch
A constant redstone power source that inverts incoming signals, acting as a NOT gate. It is crafted from redstone dust on top of a stick.
Stack Size
Stack Size64
Durability
DurabilityN/A
Category
CategoryRedstone
Version Added
Version AddedAlpha
Item ID
Item IDredstone_torch
Overview
Redstone Torch is a redstone component in the Redstone category of Minecraft, obtained through crafting it. A single inventory slot holds a full stack of 64 Redstone Torch.
As a redstone component, Redstone Torch is wired into contraptions and circuits; its behaviour is what gives builders the logic and timing to automate farms, doors, and machines. Redstone Torch is also a hub ingredient, feeding into 5 different recipes in this catalogue, so keeping a stock on hand unlocks a wide range of crafts. A single tap removes Redstone Torch; the game gives it a hardness of 0. The light level of Redstone Torch is 7, but only in the lit state. Redstone Torch carries the same 0 into an explosion.
Crafting Recipe
Crafting
Used to Craft
Redstone Torch is a crafting ingredient for 5 other items in Minecraft. Each one links to its own recipe and details page.
Activator Rail
Redstone Comparator
Redstone RepeaterHow to Obtain
- Crafting
Notes
Turns off when the block it is attached to is powered, enabling NOT-gate logic.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you get Redstone Torch in Minecraft?
Redstone Torch is crafted at a Crafting Table using Redstone Dust and Stick.
What is Redstone Torch used for?
Redstone Torch is a crafting ingredient used to make Activator Rail, Redstone Comparator, Redstone Comparator, Redstone Repeater, and Redstone Repeater.
How many Redstone Torch can you stack?
Redstone Torch stacks up to 64 per inventory slot, so a full stack is 64 and a double chest holds 3,456 of them.
How long does Redstone Torch take to break?
Redstone Torch is hardness 0, blast resistance 0. Both being equal is the usual case; only blocks meant to hold off explosives get a higher second number. Being untagged, Redstone Torch drops the same whatever is in your hand. Light level 7 comes with it, but only when lit. These are the stored values from the Java 26.2 client, not a stopwatch result.
When was Redstone Torch added to Minecraft?
Redstone Torch was added in the early Alpha development period.