Kiln MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install Kiln in Claude Code

Claude Code

claude mcp add kiln -- uvx kiln3d

mcp.json (Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "kiln": {
      "command": "uvx",
      "args": [
        "kiln3d"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Frequently asked questions

What does the Kiln MCP server do?

Run 3D printers end to end: design, slice, queue, monitor via camera and recover from failures over OctoPrint, Moonraker/Klipper, PrusaLink or USB.

Is the Kiln MCP server free?

Yes, most likely. Open source and no paid account or API key is mentioned in the listing. Check the provider for current pricing.

Does Kiln run locally or remotely?

Local. Runs on your machine (stdio). You install it with npx, uvx, Docker or from source.

How do I add Kiln to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add kiln -- uvx kiln3d

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