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How to Craft Tripwire Hook in Minecraft

Tripwire Hooks connect with string to create tripwire lines that emit redstone when crossed.

Crafting Recipe

Crafting Table
Iron IngotIron Ingo...
StickStick
PlanksPlanks
Tripwire HookTripwire ...Tripwire Hookx2

Materials Needed

ItemAmountWhere to Find
Iron Ingot1Smelt iron ore
Stick1Craft from planks
Planks1Craft from logs

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Open your Crafting Table to access the 3x3 crafting grid.
  2. Arrange the ingredients in the crafting grid following the pattern shown above.
  3. Place Iron Ingot in: row 1, column 2.
  4. Place Stick in: row 2, column 2.
  5. Place Planks in: row 3, column 2.
  6. Collect your Tripwire Hook (x2) from the output slot.

Uses for Tripwire Hook

  • Creating tripwire traps
  • Crafting crossbows
  • Activated when string line is crossed

View detailed item stats, durability and properties for Tripwire Hook on the Astroworld Items Database.

Frequently Asked Questions

What do I need to craft Tripwire Hook?
You need 1 Iron Ingot, 1 Stick, 1 Planks. Use a Crafting Table to craft it.
How many Tripwire Hook does the recipe produce?
This recipe produces 2 Tripwire Hook per craft.
What is Tripwire Hook used for?
Creating tripwire traps. Crafting crossbows. Activated when string line is crossed.
What version of Minecraft added Tripwire Hook?
Tripwire Hook was added in Minecraft 1.3.

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