power loss in transformer with automation.

Are you turning the generators off on the top design? Generators run 24/7 if not controlled, and have no issues wasting power.

[edit] Never mind, I see the problem you're pointing out.

Edited July 5, 2018 by Hexicube

yes the transformers destroy their stored charge when disabled. I too noticed this and found this report to make sure I wasn't going to report a reported bug. in the mean time place a power cutoff on the high side of the transformer connected directly to the downstream battery and a buffer gate connected to the transformer,start by setting it to 1 and watch the transformer if it still has some energy in it as it gets disabled add a second and repeat until it always fully drains. that way the power stops flowing to the transformer and empties it before it is disabled. also to make sure there is somewhere for that power to go set the downstream battery standby at like 95%. By doing the changes i suggested one of the biggest things you may notice is the automated section will be cooler then the non automated section if you isolate them because the transformers are off most of the time.

and I made a map just the show you the automation part and that is is significantly cooler. next to the generators at the bottom is 50 tons of coal accessible by only the two generators controlling each section. it is a way to determine which one is more efficient. have fun and check out the temperature. it is noticeable after just 3 cycles

 

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Edited July 9, 2018 by Delaney
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