A use for Copper
Java mod listed for Minecraft 1.17. Downloads from the MC Java Mods app on Android.
⬇ Download on Modrinth
A use for copper is a 1.20.1 Forge mod which is made to as the name says give copper a use.
This mod adds new Tools, armor and Achievements all based on copper
The Copper tools are slightly Stronger/Better than Iron. The disadvantage, however, is the Shorter durability than compared to iron
Since copper is more common than iron anyway, that's fair. It's also slightly stronger than iron but weaker than diamond.
For clarification: top line is the tool second line is the durability
Multitool Shovel Axe Sword Pickaxe Hoe Shears
840 215 215 220 215 215 218
For clarification: top line is the tool second line is the durability
Helmet Chestplate Leggings Boots
143 208 195 169
You'll see how to unlock the achievements in-game! Have fun :>
~Jeremy3463
- Edition: Minecraft Java
- File type: .jar
- Minecraft version listed: 1.17.1
- How to install: Install the matching mod loader (Forge, Fabric or NeoForge) for your Minecraft version. → Download the .jar. → Put it in the .minecraft/mods folder and launch that loader profile.
- Where to get it: Opens on Modrinth — not every file is mirrored on our own servers.
Install steps are the general flow for this file type — How to install Minecraft Java mods & modpacks walks through it step by step.
- Ships as a_use_for_copper-1.0.0-forge-1.17.1.jar — drop this file into the mods folder
- Download size: 79 KB
- Download link checked 9 Oct 2026 — working
These come from our own check of the pack file, not from the source page.