The ModelPatchLoader node loads specialized model patches from the model_patches folder. It automatically detects the type of patch file and loads the appropriate model architecture, then wraps it in a ModelPatcher for use in the workflow. This node supports different patch types including controlnet blocks, feature embedder models, and other specialized architectures.

## Inputs

| Parameter | Description | Data Type | Required | Range |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| `name` | The filename of the model patch to load from the model_patches directory | STRING | Yes | All available model patch files from model_patches folder |

## Outputs

| Output Name | Description | Data Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| `MODEL_PATCH` | The loaded model patch wrapped in a ModelPatcher for use in the workflow | MODEL_PATCH |

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