Click on "Install Server".
Wait a few minutes for the server to deploy. Once ready, it will show a "Started" state.
In the chat, type
@followed by the MCP server name and your instructions, e.g., "@CAD-Query MCP Serververify this gear model has exactly 20 teeth and fits in a 50mm diameter"
That's it! The server will respond to your query, and you can continue using it as needed.
Here is a step-by-step guide with screenshots.
CAD-Query MCP Server
A Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that provides CAD generation and verification tools for Claude Code. This server enables conversational 3D modeling by exposing CAD-Query functionality through MCP tools.
Features
verify_cad_query- Validates CAD-Query generated models against criteriagenerate_cad_query- (Stub implementation) Generates CAD-Query Python scripts from descriptionsCAD-Query Integration - Full CAD-Query support for parametric 3D modeling
STL/STEP Export - Direct export to 3D printing and CAD formats
Visual Feedback - SVG generation for model inspection
Installation
# Install dependencies
uv sync
# For development with CAD verification capabilities
uv sync --extra cad
# Test the server
uv run python tests/test_server.py
# Run with MCP Inspector (interactive testing)
uv run mcp dev server.pyClaude Desktop Configuration
Add this to your Claude Desktop configuration file:
macOS
Location: ~/Library/Application Support/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json
Windows
Location: %APPDATA%/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json
Configuration
{
"mcpServers": {
"cadquery-server": {
"command": "python",
"args": ["/path/to/cadquery-mcp-server/server.py"],
"env": {}
}
}
}MCP Tools
verify_cad_query
Validates a CAD-Query generated model against specified criteria.
Parameters:
file_path(string): Path to the CAD-Query Python fileverification_criteria(string): Description of what to verify
Example:
{
"file_path": "models/coffee_mug.py",
"verification_criteria": "coffee mug with handle, 10cm height, 8cm diameter"
}Returns:
{
"status": "PASS" | "FAIL",
"message": "Description of result",
"file_path": "Path to verified file",
"criteria": "Verification criteria used",
"details": "Additional verification details"
}generate_cad_query (Stub Implementation)
Generates CAD-Query Python scripts from natural language descriptions.
NOTE: Currently returns a stub response indicating the feature is not yet implemented.
Parameters:
description(string): Natural language description of the desired 3D modelparameters(string, optional): Specific dimensions or constraints
Example:
{
"description": "Create a coffee mug with a handle, 10cm tall and 8cm diameter",
"parameters": "height=100mm, diameter=80mm, handle_width=15mm"
}Returns:
{
"status": "NOT_IMPLEMENTED",
"message": "CAD code generation is not yet implemented",
"description": "Input description",
"parameters": "Input parameters",
"details": "Additional information"
}CAD-Query Script Requirements
All CAD-Query scripts must end with show_object(result):
import cadquery as cq
result = cq.Workplane("XY").box(10, 10, 10)
show_object(result) # Required for processingDevelopment
Testing
# Test server functionality
uv run python tests/test_server.py
# Interactive testing with MCP Inspector
uv run mcp dev server.py
# Run evaluations
uv run python evaluations/evaluate_verify.pyExtending the Server
The current verify_cad_query implementation is a basic validator. You can enhance it to:
Parse and validate CAD-Query syntax
Execute model generation and catch errors
Analyze resulting geometry dimensions
Check for specific features and constraints
Generate detailed validation reports
Dev tools
# formatting
uvx rff format
# running the MCP server
npx @modelcontextprotocol/inspector \
uv \
--directory $(pwd) \
run \
server.pyThis server cannot be installed
Resources
Looking for Admin?
Admins can modify the Dockerfile, update the server description, and track usage metrics. If you are the server author, to access the admin panel.