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I want to suggest to implement switch in the game. Main reason is to work with solar panels and accumulators (in future).

When energy demand exceeds energy production, then we can set what devices colud be turned off. If we switch off some devices we can transfer energy to more important installations.

Currently I have to make energy system witch is not connected with my main factory to be sure, that my mines couldn't use my energy when night comes and my solar panels will be turned off. It will be usefull also when accumulators come to game, because solar panels are expensive.

rotary switch? -> timer? -> Light detector?

It is possible to make light detector and control item flow with smart inserters. Machines stop if they cannot output stuff or have no input items.