easyeda-mcp-pro — Claude Code MCP server: what it does, how to install
Connects EasyEDA Pro to AI clients for PCB layout inspection, circuit rule checks, and fabrication export. Helpful for hardware reviews and sourcing components across suppliers.
claude mcp add easyeda-mcp-pro -e BRIDGE_TOKEN=<BRIDGE_TOKEN> -e AI_API_KEY=<AI_API_KEY> -e JLCPCB_CLIENT_SECRET=<JLCPCB_CLIENT_SECRET> -e LCSC_API_KEY=<LCSC_API_KEY> -e MOUSER_API_KEY=<MOUSER_API_KEY> -e DIGIKEY_CLIENT_SECRET=<DIGIKEY_CLIENT_SECRET> -- npx -y easyeda-mcp-proWhat easyeda-mcp-pro does
The server bridges AI assistants with EasyEDA Pro over a local WebSocket connection. It relies on an editor plugin, easyeda-bridge-extension.eext, imported via the built-in Extension Manager. Without this bridge running in EasyEDA Pro, the MCP server cannot interact with your project.
Inside, it provides up to 120 profile-gated tools for hardware workflows. The system inspects PCB stackups, checks netlists, and runs DRC or ERC rules. It also handles exports for board manufacturing, including Gerber archives and component placement files.
Component sourcing connects directly to supplier APIs such as JLCPCB, LCSC, Mouser, and DigiKey. The codebase uses the source-available PolyForm Noncommercial 1.0.0 license, and development is pinned to Node.js 24.
What it helps with
- run DRC and ERC design rule checks
- generate and validate bill of materials tables
- export Gerber and Pick and Place fabrication packages
- source electronic parts through JLCPCB, LCSC, Mouser, and DigiKey
- inspect PCB stackup, layers, and netlist structures
Example prompts for the agent
- Inspect the active PCB in EasyEDA Pro and run DRC validation
- Generate a bill of materials and check component stock via LCSC and Mouser
- Export Gerber and Pick and Place files for the open board
How to install easyeda-mcp-pro
Platform CLI
claude mcp add easyeda-mcp-pro -e BRIDGE_TOKEN=<BRIDGE_TOKEN> -e AI_API_KEY=<AI_API_KEY> -e JLCPCB_CLIENT_SECRET=<JLCPCB_CLIENT_SECRET> -e LCSC_API_KEY=<LCSC_API_KEY> -e MOUSER_API_KEY=<MOUSER_API_KEY> -e DIGIKEY_CLIENT_SECRET=<DIGIKEY_CLIENT_SECRET> -- npx -y easyeda-mcp-proReplace <…> with your own values. 62 more environment variables are in the server README
Platform CLI
codex mcp add easyeda-mcp-pro --env NODE_ENV=<NODE_ENV> --env LOG_LEVEL=<LOG_LEVEL> --env TOOL_PROFILE=<TOOL_PROFILE> --env TOOL_SCOPES=<TOOL_SCOPES> --env MCP_PROTOCOL_VERSION=<MCP_PROTOCOL_VERSION> -- npx -y easyeda-mcp-proReplace <…> with your own values. 62 more environment variables are in the server README
Config file
{
"mcpServers": {
"easyeda-mcp-pro": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"easyeda-mcp-pro"
],
"env": {
"NODE_ENV": "<NODE_ENV>",
"LOG_LEVEL": "<LOG_LEVEL>",
"TOOL_PROFILE": "<TOOL_PROFILE>",
"TOOL_SCOPES": "<TOOL_SCOPES>",
"MCP_PROTOCOL_VERSION": "<MCP_PROTOCOL_VERSION>"
}
}
}
}Replace <…> with your own values. 62 more environment variables are in the server README
Config file
{
"servers": {
"easyeda-mcp-pro": {
"type": "stdio",
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"easyeda-mcp-pro"
],
"env": {
"NODE_ENV": "<NODE_ENV>",
"LOG_LEVEL": "<LOG_LEVEL>",
"TOOL_PROFILE": "<TOOL_PROFILE>",
"TOOL_SCOPES": "<TOOL_SCOPES>",
"MCP_PROTOCOL_VERSION": "<MCP_PROTOCOL_VERSION>"
}
}
}
}Replace <…> with your own values. 62 more environment variables are in the server README
Platform CLI
gemini mcp add -e NODE_ENV=<NODE_ENV> -e LOG_LEVEL=<LOG_LEVEL> -e TOOL_PROFILE=<TOOL_PROFILE> -e TOOL_SCOPES=<TOOL_SCOPES> -e MCP_PROTOCOL_VERSION=<MCP_PROTOCOL_VERSION> easyeda-mcp-pro npx -y easyeda-mcp-proReplace <…> with your own values. 62 more environment variables are in the server README
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Questions about easyeda-mcp-pro
How do I install easyeda-mcp-pro in Claude Code?
Run this terminal command: `claude mcp add easyeda-mcp-pro -e BRIDGE_TOKEN=<BRIDGE_TOKEN> -e AI_API_KEY=<AI_API_KEY> -e JLCPCB_CLIENT_SECRET=<JLCPCB_CLIENT_SECRET> -e LCSC_API_KEY=<LCSC_API_KEY> -e MOUSER_API_KEY=<MOUSER_API_KEY> -e DIGIKEY_CLIENT_SECRET=<DIGIKEY_CLIENT_SECRET> -- npx -y easyeda-mcp-pro. After that, import easyeda-bridge-extension.eext` into the EasyEDA Pro extension manager.
What does easyeda-mcp-pro do?
It exposes hardware design actions inside EasyEDA Pro to AI models. Agents can inspect active schematics, verify design rules, assemble BOMs, and produce fabrication outputs.
What runtime requirements does easyeda-mcp-pro have?
You need Node.js 24 and the desktop version of EasyEDA Pro running the companion bridge extension. In addition, supplier credentials are required to look up component inventory.
