Power problems in Alchemy Factory rarely appear at the beginning.
They usually happen after expanding, when fuel demand and power flow increase faster than expected.
This page explains why power shortages occur — even when everything looks connected.
Common Signs of Power Failure
- Machines briefly run, then slow down or stop
- Production drops right after expansion
- Fuel storage empties faster than before
- Some areas work while others lose power
These issues often look random, but they follow consistent patterns.
Why Power Shortages Happen
1. Fuel Supply Is the Real Limiter
Power generation depends on continuous fuel input.
Even a short interruption can reduce overall output.
Common causes:
- Fuel production doesn't scale with expansion
- Transport delay between fuel source and generator
- Fuel shared across too many systems
2. Expansion Increases Hidden Power Demand
Adding machines increases:
- Active power consumption
- Fuel burn rate
- Transport load
The factory may appear stable, but operates at the edge of capacity.
3. Layout & Distance Affect Power Stability
Long or inefficient layouts can:
- Delay fuel delivery
- Create uneven power distribution
- Cause localized shutdowns
Compact, modular layouts are usually more stable than large centralized systems.
How to Fix Power Problems
Instead of adding more generators immediately, try:
- Stabilize fuel input first
- Compare total power demand vs. generation
- Reduce unnecessary active machines
- Shorten fuel transport paths
- Expand power generation in stages
Small adjustments often restore stability faster than large rebuilds.
When Power Issues Are Not the Real Problem
Sometimes power looks like the issue, but the real cause is:
- Transport bottlenecks
- Missing resources upstream
- Production calculation mismatches
If fixing power reveals new problems, that's normal — it means you found the correct bottleneck.
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Final Advice
Power failure is a progression checkpoint, not a punishment.
If your factory breaks after expansion, it means you're building fast —
learning to stabilize power is what allows sustainable growth.