Minecraft Java Item ID

Redstone Dust ID

Redstone Dust is the core component of redstone circuitry. It transmits signals up to 15 blocks and can be placed on solid blocks to create wires.

✓ Verified for Java Edition 26.2

Namespaced item ID minecraft:redstone

Redstone Dust Item Facts

CategoryRedstone

Maximum stack64

Available inSurvival and Creative

Historical numerical ID331

Historical numerical ID: Reviewed for Java Edition 1.12.2 and earlier.

Give Command for Redstone Dust

Copy the current Java Edition command, or open the generator to change the player and quantity.

/give @p minecraft:redstone 1

Customize this command → View crafting recipe →

Historical command for Java 1.12.2 and earlier

Modern namespaced IDs are recommended. This numerical form is only for old Java releases.

/give @p 331 1

Give command syntax by version

Java 1.13+

/give @p minecraft:redstone 1

Namespaced ID (current format)

Java 1.8–1.12.2

/give @p 331 1 0

Numerical ID + data value

Bedrock Edition

/give @p minecraft:redstone 1

Same namespaced ID (namespace optional)

Rows appear only when the underlying value is verified: the Java 1.8–1.12.2 row requires a reviewed historical numerical ID, and the Bedrock row appears only when this exact namespaced ID exists in the Bedrock registry.

How to Get Redstone Dust

Crafting Recipe

Combine 1 block of redstone in any arrangement on a crafting table — makes 9 × Redstone Dust.

More Ways to Get It

Mine redstone ore with an iron-tier or better pickaxe, or obtain redstone dust through other gameplay routes such as trading. Place dust on solid blocks to create basic redstone wire.

Find redstone ore underground.
Mine it with an iron-tier or better pickaxe.
Place dust on blocks and connect a power source to test the circuit.

Prefer commands? Jump back to the give command matrix above to get Redstone Dust instantly.

What Can You Craft With Redstone Dust?

Redstone Dust is a crafting ingredient in 23 reviewed recipes:

Redstone Dust Command Examples

Give 1 to nearest player: /give @p minecraft:redstone 1
Give 1 to yourself: /give @s minecraft:redstone 1
Give to a specific player: /give PlayerName minecraft:redstone 1
Clear from inventory: /clear @p minecraft:redstone

What Is Redstone Dust Used For?

Redstone Repeater

Extend or delay a signal in a longer circuit.

Redstone Comparator

Measure, compare, and manage signal strength.

Piston

Power a piston in doors, farms, and contraptions.

TNT

Trigger TNT remotely as part of a controlled circuit.

Redstone Dust FAQ

What is the item ID for Redstone Dust?

The item ID for Redstone Dust is minecraft:redstone. Java Edition commands such as /give, /clear, and /setblock use this namespaced ID.

What is the numerical ID for Redstone Dust?

Redstone Dust has the historical numerical ID 331, used in Java Edition 1.12.2 and earlier. Current versions use minecraft:redstone instead.

How do I give myself Redstone Dust in Minecraft?

Open the chat window and run /give @p minecraft:redstone 1 to give the nearest player one Redstone Dust. Replace @p with a player name to target someone else.

How many Redstone Dust can stack in one slot?

Redstone Dust stacks up to 64 per inventory slot.

How do you craft Redstone Dust?

Redstone Dust is crafted on a crafting table with 1 block of redstone, which yields 9 Redstone Dust.

What can you craft with Redstone Dust?

Redstone Dust is used to craft Redstone Torch, Block of Redstone, Redstone Repeater, Piston, and 19 more recipes.