PlantUML CSA MCP Server
by puran-water
README.md
# PlantUML CSA MCP Server
Generate Control System Architecture (CSA) diagrams using PlantUML via the Model Context Protocol (MCP).
## Features
- **ISA-95 Purdue Model** - Zone packages with color-coded levels (0-4)
- **Industrial Symbols** - 36+ component types (10 controllers, 26 devices)
- **Protocol Visualization** - 12 protocols with distinct line colors
- **Architecture Templates** - 5 pre-defined templates for common configurations
- **Bootstrap from Skills** - Generate topology from equipment-list + instrument-io skills
- **Multiple Layout Engines** - Graphviz, Smetana, ELK
- **Shareable URLs** - Generate PlantUML server links
- **Same Schema as FreeCAD** - Interoperable YAML topology format
## Project Structure
```
plantuml-csa-mcp-server/
├── src/
│ ├── __init__.py # Package entry point
│ ├── __main__.py # Module runner (python -m src)
│ ├── server.py # FastMCP server with 8 MCP tools
│ ├── models/
│ │ └── csa_topology.py # Pydantic models (same as FreeCAD CSA)
│ ├── converter/
│ │ ├── topology_to_puml.py # YAML topology → PlantUML source
│ │ ├── sprites.py # ISA symbol definitions (36+ types)
│ │ └── layout_hints.py # Purdue-aware layout directives
│ ├── renderer/
│ │ └── plantuml_runner.py # PlantUML CLI wrapper (JAR/native/Docker)
│ ├── encoder/
│ │ └── plantuml_encoder.py # Text encoding for shareable URLs
│ ├── templates/
│ │ └── architecture_templates.py # 5 architecture templates
│ └── bootstrap/
│ └── csa_bootstrap.py # Bootstrap from equipment/IO lists
├── tests/ # 56 tests
├── docs/
│ └── completed-plans/ # Implementation plan
├── pyproject.toml
├── CLAUDE.md # Development guide
└── README.md
```
## Installation
```bash
# Clone and install
cd plantuml-csa-mcp-server
uv sync
# Verify PlantUML is available
uv run python -c "from src.renderer import PlantUMLRunner; print(PlantUMLRunner().check_available())"
```
## Quick Start
### 1. Add to MCP Configuration
Add to your `.mcp.json`:
```json
{
"mcpServers": {
"plantuml-csa-mcp": {
"type": "stdio",
"command": "uv",
"args": ["--directory", "/path/to/plantuml-csa-mcp-server", "run", "python", "-m", "src"],
"description": "PlantUML CSA diagram generation (ISA-95 Purdue model)"
}
}
}
```
### 2. Generate a Diagram
```yaml
# topology.yaml
schema_version: "1.0"
metadata:
project_name: "Sample WWTP CSA"
zones:
- id: "level_0"
purdue_level: 0
- id: "level_1"
purdue_level: 1
controllers:
- id: "PLC-101"
type: PLC
zone: "level_1"
devices:
- id: "RIO-101"
type: RemoteIO
parent_controller: "PLC-101"
zone: "level_0"
links:
- source: "PLC-101"
target: "RIO-101"
protocol: "Ethernet_IP"
```
Then use the MCP tools:
```python
# Get PlantUML source for version control
csa_get_plantuml_source(topology_yaml=yaml_content)
# Generate SVG diagram
csa_generate_diagram(topology_yaml=yaml_content, format="svg")
# Get shareable URL
csa_encode_plantuml(plantuml_source=puml_source)
```
## MCP Tools Reference
| Tool | Purpose |
|------|---------|
| `csa_generate_diagram` | Render topology YAML to SVG/PNG |
| `csa_get_plantuml_source` | Get .puml source for version control |
| `csa_validate_topology` | Validate YAML against schema |
| `csa_list_symbols` | List available ISA-style symbols |
| `csa_encode_plantuml` | Generate shareable PlantUML URLs |
| `csa_list_templates` | List architecture templates |
| `csa_render_preview` | Quick preview for iteration |
| `csa_check_plantuml` | Check PlantUML availability |
| `csa_bootstrap_from_io` | Bootstrap topology from equipment/IO lists |
## Architecture Templates
Pre-defined templates for common control system configurations:
| Template | Description | Use Case |
|----------|-------------|----------|
| `centralized` | Central MCC + Central PLC | Small plants (<5 MLD) |
| `central_mcc_distributed_io` | Central MCC + Distributed IO | Medium plants (5-20 MLD) |
| `fully_distributed` | Remote panels per area | Large plants (>20 MLD) |
| `hybrid_safety` | Central Safety + Distributed Process | SIL/SIS requirements |
| `vendor_package_integration` | OEM packages via OPC-UA | Multiple vendor packages |
## Bootstrap from Skill Outputs
Generate CSA topology from equipment-list-skill and instrument-io-skill outputs:
```python
csa_bootstrap_from_io(
equipment_list_qmd=equipment_qmd_content,
instrument_database_yaml=io_database_yaml,
project_name="WWTP Control System",
architecture_template="fully_distributed"
)
# Returns: {topology_yaml, suggestions, io_summary, equipment_mapping}
```
## Supported Components
### Controllers (10 types)
PLC, DCS, PAC, Safety_PLC, Soft_PLC, Edge_Controller, Motion_Controller, Redundant_PLC, RTU, SIS
### Devices (26 types)
RemoteIO, HMI, SCADA, Historian, OPC_UA_Server, Gateway, VFD, Soft_Starter, MCC, Industrial_PC, Switch, Managed_Switch, Router, Firewall, Wireless_AP, Media_Converter, Network_TAP, Motor_Starter, Engineering_WS, Panel_PC, Data_Logger, Junction_Box, Marshalling_Cabinet, Local_Panel, Remote_Panel, Instrument_Rack
### Protocols (12 types)
Ethernet_IP, Profinet, Modbus_TCP, Modbus_RTU, Profibus, DeviceNet, ControlNet, HART, Foundation_Fieldbus, OPC_UA, MQTT, BACnet
## Testing
```bash
# Run all tests
uv run pytest tests/ -v
# Run with coverage
uv run pytest tests/ --cov=src
```
## vs FreeCAD CSA
| Aspect | PlantUML CSA | FreeCAD CSA |
|--------|-------------|-------------|
| Output | SVG/PNG | TechDraw PDF |
| Version Control | Plain text .puml | Binary .FCStd |
| Dependencies | Java/PlantUML | FreeCAD runtime |
| Best For | Documentation | CAD deliverables |
**Use Both**: Same YAML topology works with both renderers. Use PlantUML for rapid iteration and documentation, FreeCAD for final engineering drawings.
## Workflow Integration
This server is part of the puran-water control system architecture workflow:
```
┌─────────────────────────┐ ┌──────────────────────────┐ ┌─────────────────────┐
│ equipment-list-skill │ ──► │ instrument-io-skill │ ──► │ csa-diagram-skill │
│ (equipment + feeder) │ │ (IO lists, patterns) │ │ (CSA generation) │
└─────────────────────────┘ └──────────────────────────┘ └─────────────────────┘
│
▼
┌─────────────────────┐
│ plantuml-csa-mcp │
│ (this server) │
└─────────────────────┘
│
▼
┌─────────────────────┐
│ CSA Topology YAML │
│ PlantUML PNG/SVG │
│ Shareable URLs │
└─────────────────────┘
```
## Related Projects
### Upstream (Data Sources)
- [equipment-list-skill](https://github.com/puran-water/equipment-list-skill) - Equipment lists with feeder types
- [instrument-io-skill](https://github.com/puran-water/instrument-io-skill) - IO lists with DI/DO/AI/AO patterns
### Companion Skill
- [csa-diagram-skill](https://github.com/puran-water/csa-diagram-skill) - Claude Code skill that orchestrates this MCP server
### Similar Pattern (Electrical)
- [plantuml-sld-mcp-server](https://github.com/puran-water/plantuml-sld-mcp-server) - Single-Line Diagram generation (same YAML → PlantUML pattern)
- [electrical-distribution-skill](https://github.com/puran-water/electrical-distribution-skill) - SLD skill using plantuml-sld-mcp-server
### Alternative Renderer
- [freecad-csa-workbench](https://github.com/puran-water/freecad-csa-workbench) - Same YAML topology rendered in FreeCAD for CAD deliverables
## License
MIT
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