Kicad MCP Server
PCB design tasks in KiCAD 9.0+ controlled via natural language AI workflows.
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Overview
KiCAD MCP Server provides a bridge between AI assistants and KiCAD 9.0+, utilizing the Model Context Protocol to automate schematic editing, component placement, and routing. It supports custom library management and production-focused tasks like generating symbols and footprints, alongside integrations for JLCPCB part data and Freerouting automation.
Our verdict
This server carries a high risk level with a security score of 50/100. Because it is community-maintained rather than official and lacks an independent editorial or security review, users should exercise caution when integrating it into sensitive design environments. The project is actively maintained, which helps mitigate some operational concerns, but the lack of verified authentication and read-only mode protocols means it is best suited for hobbyists or non-critical design tasks.
- Supports KiCAD 9.0+ cross-platform workflows
- Small footprint with only four direct dependencies
- Active development with commits as recent as one day ago
- Includes JLCPCB catalog and Freerouting integrations
- High risk score due to lack of security/authentication review
- Community-maintained project without official vendor support
- Development focus is shifting to the newer Konnect project
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