
Tinkers' Things
Addon to Tinkers' Construct that contains no Java code, serving as a fully playable example low code addon. Contains many new tools including halberds, shortbows, laminar armor, and shovels.
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About this Mod

Tinkers' Things is an addon for Tinkers' Construct that contains no Java code (if you do not believe me, check the GitHub source). This is made possible through the mod Json Things, which allows you do add custom items, fluids, blocks, creative tabs, and harvest tiers through JSON files.
This mod serves two purposes:
- It is a fully playable survival friendly Tinkers' Construct addon adding a lot of new tools and armor to the mod.
- It serves as an example for those wishing to create Tinkers' Construct datapacks and no-Java code addons.
Playable Addon
This addon adds many features, including
- Chisels
- Shovels
- Halberds
- Blowpipes
- Shortbows
- Hematite tool material
- Large Repair Kits
- Laminar Armor
For more info, check the image descriptions on the gallery tab.
Example Addon
This addon includes examples of the following Tinkers' Construct datapack features
- Tool materials
- Casting and melting recipes
- Material item (tool part) casting and melting recipes
- Tool definitions and recipes
- Tool tags (allow existing modifier recipes on new tools)
- Modifiers and modifier recipes
- Tinker Station slot layouts
It also includes examples of resource pack features:
- Tool and tool part models
- Modifier icons and colors
- Material render info and colors
- Custom material textures
- Tinkers' Construct material textures on new tools
- Harvest tier name and color
There are also example "things" which require Json Things to add:
- Cast items
- Repair kit item
- Tools, including melee/harvest, bows, and armor
- Fluid for casting the custom material
- New harvest tier
- Creative mode tab
For more info on custom Json Things content, see documentation page. More info on datapack content can also be found on the SlimeKnights documentation. If you have questions, feel free to ask on our discord.
Installing
To use this mod, you need at least Tinkers' Construct build 3.6.1. You also need to install Json Things, which is not currently on Modrinth. Assuming you have both, you can install this mod like any Java mod.
Available Versions
How to Install Tinkers' Things on Your Server
Order Server
Order a Minecraft Java server with at least 3 GB RAM (4 GB recommended).
Set forge Loader
In the panel under "Egg", select the forge loader and matching Minecraft version (1.20.1).
Install Mod
Open the mod browser in the dashboard and search for "Tinkers' Things". Click "Install" – done! Alternatively, upload the .jar via SFTP to the /mods folder.
Compatibility
Mod Loaders
Minecraft Versions
1.20.1, 1.19.2, 1.18.2
Server-side
✓ RequiredRecommended RAM
4 GB(min. 3 GB)Frequently Asked Questions
Tinkers' Things server crashes on startup – what to do?
Most common cause: wrong forge version or insufficient RAM. Check the server log (latest.log) for "OutOfMemoryError" or "Mixin" errors. With Mado Hosting: ensure at least 3 GB RAM is allocated and the loader matches the mod version (1.20.1). You can switch loaders with one click in the panel.
Is Tinkers' Things compatible with forge and neoforge?
Tinkers' Things officially supports forge, neoforge for Minecraft 1.20.1, 1.19.2, 1.18.2. The Mado dashboard automatically detects incompatible loader combinations.
Server lagging with Tinkers' Things – how to optimize performance?
Recommended RAM: 4 GB (per 8 players). Use /spark profiler to check if Tinkers' Things consumes the most tick time. Common fixes: reduce server view-distance to 8-10, install "performant" or "starlight" as supplementary mods on Forge. With Mado Hosting, your server runs on NVMe SSDs with dedicated CPU cores for minimal latency.
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