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Design a custom printable part from dimensions
# Design a custom printable part from dimensions
ID: discovery-31c5f971d747ac6c2611e8e2
Category: Creativity & hobbies
Reported agent: Claude
Evidence: Setup guide
Source: [Ricardo Salvador project write-up](https://rsalvador.dev/openscad-mcp)
Last reviewed: 2026-10-31
A maker documents using Claude with OpenSCAD to turn a part description into parametric source, rendered previews and an STL export.
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## Prerequisites
- Claude Desktop with the OpenSCAD MCP server installed
- OpenSCAD CLI available on the same computer
## Connections and alternatives
- Describe a part with measured dimensions and units
- Provide an existing OpenSCAD design for revision if local file access is available
## Workflow steps
- Ask for the part dimensions, clearances and intended use; list assumptions before modeling.
- Write parametric OpenSCAD source and render a preview, checking dimensions and requested features.
- Revise from my feedback and export a versioned STL with a measurement checklist for slicing.
## Expected result
Editable parametric source, a visual preview and an STL for slicer inspection.
## Limitations
Maker-reported workflow, not independently tested. A plausible preview does not establish fit, strength or printability; inspect in a slicer and test fit.
## Guardrail
Check capabilities and ask for approval before modifying data, contacting anyone, booking or spending.
## Starter request
TASK: Design a custom printable part from dimensions
MY SETUP
- Claude Desktop with the OpenSCAD MCP server installed
- OpenSCAD CLI available on the same computer
BEFORE STARTING
Confirm which files, information and permissions you can actually access. Ask me for essential missing details. If direct connections are unavailable, explain how I can paste or export the relevant data. Do not claim an integration is connected without checking.
WORKFLOW
1. Ask for the part dimensions, clearances and intended use; list assumptions before modeling.
2. Write parametric OpenSCAD source and render a preview, checking dimensions and requested features.
3. Revise from my feedback and export a versioned STL with a measurement checklist for slicing.
EXPECTED RESULT
Editable parametric source, a visual preview and an STL for slicer inspection.
LIMITATIONS
Maker-reported workflow, not independently tested. A plausible preview does not establish fit, strength or printability; inspect in a slicer and test fit.
FIRST RUN
Use a small read-only sample and show me the result. Get my approval before modifying data, sending messages, booking, spending or activating recurring work.
## Source notes
Maker-reported workflow, not independently tested. A plausible preview does not establish fit, strength or printability; inspect in a slicer and test fit. Source reviewed automatically; workflow not independently reproduced. Connection options require verification in your own agent.
## Stored structured recipe
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"Describe a part with measured dimensions and units",
"Provide an existing OpenSCAD design for revision if local file access is available"
],
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"trigger": "On demand",
"steps": [
"Ask for the part dimensions, clearances and intended use; list assumptions before modeling.",
"Write parametric OpenSCAD source and render a preview, checking dimensions and requested features.",
"Revise from my feedback and export a versioned STL with a measurement checklist for slicing."
],
"output": "Editable parametric source, a visual preview and an STL for slicer inspection.",
"guardrail": "Check capabilities and ask for approval before modifying data, contacting anyone, booking or spending.",
"sourceNotes": "A maker documents using Claude with OpenSCAD to turn a part description into parametric source, rendered previews and an STL export.",
"sourceStatus": "documented capability",
"generated": true
}
## Agent adaptations
Available IDs: dots, grok-bot, instinct, muse
### ChatGPT Dots (dots)
Status: Needs verification
Tested: false
## Requirements
- Claude Desktop with the OpenSCAD MCP server installed
- OpenSCAD CLI available on the same computer
## Connections
- Describe a part with measured dimensions and units
- Provide an existing OpenSCAD design for revision if local file access is available
## Steps
- Ask for the part dimensions, clearances and intended use; list assumptions before modeling.
- Write parametric OpenSCAD source and render a preview, checking dimensions and requested features.
- Revise from my feedback and export a versioned STL with a measurement checklist for slicing.
## Starter request
TASK: Design a custom printable part from dimensions
MY SETUP
- Claude Desktop with the OpenSCAD MCP server installed
- OpenSCAD CLI available on the same computer
BEFORE STARTING
Confirm which files, information and permissions you can actually access. Ask me for essential missing details. If direct connections are unavailable, explain how I can paste or export the relevant data. Do not claim an integration is connected without checking.
WORKFLOW
1. Ask for the part dimensions, clearances and intended use; list assumptions before modeling.
2. Write parametric OpenSCAD source and render a preview, checking dimensions and requested features.
3. Revise from my feedback and export a versioned STL with a measurement checklist for slicing.
EXPECTED RESULT
Editable parametric source, a visual preview and an STL for slicer inspection.
LIMITATIONS
Maker-reported workflow, not independently tested. A plausible preview does not establish fit, strength or printability; inspect in a slicer and test fit.
FIRST RUN
Use a small read-only sample and show me the result. Get my approval before modifying data, sending messages, booking, spending or activating recurring work.
## Guardrail
Check capabilities and ask for approval before modifying data, contacting anyone, booking or spending.
## Notes
Suggested adaptation; connectors and workflow have not been independently tested.
### Grok Bot (grok-bot)
Status: Needs verification
Tested: false
## Requirements
- Claude Desktop with the OpenSCAD MCP server installed
- OpenSCAD CLI available on the same computer
## Connections
- Describe a part with measured dimensions and units
- Provide an existing OpenSCAD design for revision if local file access is available
## Steps
- Ask for the part dimensions, clearances and intended use; list assumptions before modeling.
- Write parametric OpenSCAD source and render a preview, checking dimensions and requested features.
- Revise from my feedback and export a versioned STL with a measurement checklist for slicing.
## Starter request
TASK: Design a custom printable part from dimensions
MY SETUP
- Claude Desktop with the OpenSCAD MCP server installed
- OpenSCAD CLI available on the same computer
BEFORE STARTING
Confirm which files, information and permissions you can actually access. Ask me for essential missing details. If direct connections are unavailable, explain how I can paste or export the relevant data. Do not claim an integration is connected without checking.
WORKFLOW
1. Ask for the part dimensions, clearances and intended use; list assumptions before modeling.
2. Write parametric OpenSCAD source and render a preview, checking dimensions and requested features.
3. Revise from my feedback and export a versioned STL with a measurement checklist for slicing.
EXPECTED RESULT
Editable parametric source, a visual preview and an STL for slicer inspection.
LIMITATIONS
Maker-reported workflow, not independently tested. A plausible preview does not establish fit, strength or printability; inspect in a slicer and test fit.
FIRST RUN
Use a small read-only sample and show me the result. Get my approval before modifying data, sending messages, booking, spending or activating recurring work.
## Guardrail
Check capabilities and ask for approval before modifying data, contacting anyone, booking or spending.
## Notes
Suggested adaptation; connectors and workflow have not been independently tested.
### Instinct (instinct)
Status: Needs verification
Tested: false
## Requirements
- Claude Desktop with the OpenSCAD MCP server installed
- OpenSCAD CLI available on the same computer
## Connections
- Describe a part with measured dimensions and units
- Provide an existing OpenSCAD design for revision if local file access is available
## Steps
- Ask for the part dimensions, clearances and intended use; list assumptions before modeling.
- Write parametric OpenSCAD source and render a preview, checking dimensions and requested features.
- Revise from my feedback and export a versioned STL with a measurement checklist for slicing.
## Starter request
TASK: Design a custom printable part from dimensions
MY SETUP
- Claude Desktop with the OpenSCAD MCP server installed
- OpenSCAD CLI available on the same computer
BEFORE STARTING
Confirm which files, information and permissions you can actually access. Ask me for essential missing details. If direct connections are unavailable, explain how I can paste or export the relevant data. Do not claim an integration is connected without checking.
WORKFLOW
1. Ask for the part dimensions, clearances and intended use; list assumptions before modeling.
2. Write parametric OpenSCAD source and render a preview, checking dimensions and requested features.
3. Revise from my feedback and export a versioned STL with a measurement checklist for slicing.
EXPECTED RESULT
Editable parametric source, a visual preview and an STL for slicer inspection.
LIMITATIONS
Maker-reported workflow, not independently tested. A plausible preview does not establish fit, strength or printability; inspect in a slicer and test fit.
FIRST RUN
Use a small read-only sample and show me the result. Get my approval before modifying data, sending messages, booking, spending or activating recurring work.
## Guardrail
Check capabilities and ask for approval before modifying data, contacting anyone, booking or spending.
## Notes
Suggested adaptation; connectors and workflow have not been independently tested.
### Meta Muse (muse)
Status: Needs verification
Tested: false
## Requirements
- Claude Desktop with the OpenSCAD MCP server installed
- OpenSCAD CLI available on the same computer
## Connections
- Describe a part with measured dimensions and units
- Provide an existing OpenSCAD design for revision if local file access is available
## Steps
- Ask for the part dimensions, clearances and intended use; list assumptions before modeling.
- Write parametric OpenSCAD source and render a preview, checking dimensions and requested features.
- Revise from my feedback and export a versioned STL with a measurement checklist for slicing.
## Starter request
TASK: Design a custom printable part from dimensions
MY SETUP
- Claude Desktop with the OpenSCAD MCP server installed
- OpenSCAD CLI available on the same computer
BEFORE STARTING
Confirm which files, information and permissions you can actually access. Ask me for essential missing details. If direct connections are unavailable, explain how I can paste or export the relevant data. Do not claim an integration is connected without checking.
WORKFLOW
1. Ask for the part dimensions, clearances and intended use; list assumptions before modeling.
2. Write parametric OpenSCAD source and render a preview, checking dimensions and requested features.
3. Revise from my feedback and export a versioned STL with a measurement checklist for slicing.
EXPECTED RESULT
Editable parametric source, a visual preview and an STL for slicer inspection.
LIMITATIONS
Maker-reported workflow, not independently tested. A plausible preview does not establish fit, strength or printability; inspect in a slicer and test fit.
FIRST RUN
Use a small read-only sample and show me the result. Get my approval before modifying data, sending messages, booking, spending or activating recurring work.
## Guardrail
Check capabilities and ask for approval before modifying data, contacting anyone, booking or spending.
## Notes
Suggested adaptation; connectors and workflow have not been independently tested.
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