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Minecraft Tripwire item

Tripwire

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A redstone component that detects when a wire is broken, commonly used to trigger traps or alarms on multiplayer servers.

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About

Tripwire is a decorative string-like block that connects between tripwire hooks. When a player or mob walks through the wire, it sends a redstone signal to any adjacent redstone components, making it useful for automated trap systems, alarm networks, or entrance detectors.

Place tripwire hooks on opposite sides of a doorway or hallway, then use the tripwire item to connect them. The wire itself is invisible to players at a distance and breaks when stepped on, triggering the hooks' redstone output. On servers, it's a common way to create non-lethal detection systems or to alert admins to restricted areas being breached.

Tripwire stacks to 64 and can be given directly via command. It has no material properties and breaks instantly when mined.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Tripwire?
A redstone component that detects when a wire is broken, commonly used to trigger traps or alarms on multiplayer servers.
What items are related to the Tripwire?
See the Related section at the bottom of this page for items commonly used alongside the Tripwire, or open Browse Games to explore the full Minecraft database.
Which game is the Tripwire from?
The Tripwire is from Minecraft. Every ID, code, and command on this page is specific to Minecraft and its current live build.
How current is the Tripwire spawn info?
The Tripwire entry was last verified on GameServersCodex on June 29, 2026. We track the live Minecraft build, so the IDs and commands here reflect the current patch.
What is the Tripwire used for?
Tripwire is a decorative string-like block that connects between tripwire hooks. When a player or mob walks through the wire, it sends a redstone signal to any adjacent redstone components, making it useful for automated trap systems, alarm networks, or entrance detectors.
Can I get the Tripwire without spawning it?
Yes. The Tripwire can also be obtained through normal Minecraft progression. Admins usually spawn it for speed when testing, running events, or outfitting players, which is what the commands on this page are for.
What is the item id of the Tripwire?
The item id of the Tripwire is minecraft:tripwire.
What is the numerical id of the Tripwire?
The numerical id of the Tripwire is 132.
What is the legacy item id of the Tripwire?
The legacy item id of the Tripwire is minecraft:tripwire_hook.
What is the give command of the Tripwire?
The give command of the Tripwire is /give @p minecraft:tripwire 1.
What is the stackable of the Tripwire?
The stackable of the Tripwire is Yes.
What is the max stack size of the Tripwire?
The max stack size of the Tripwire is 64.
What is the hardness of the Tripwire?
The hardness of the Tripwire is 0.0.
What is the diggable of the Tripwire?
The diggable of the Tripwire is Yes.

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