Mcp Units
What is Mcp Units
mcp-units is an MCP server designed specifically for converting cooking-related units, providing tools for volume, weight, and temperature conversions.
Use cases
Use cases for mcp-units include converting recipe measurements, assisting chefs in professional kitchens, and helping home cooks accurately follow recipes from different regions.
How to use
To use mcp-units, you can install it via Smithery or manually by cloning the repository and installing the package. Once installed, run the server using the provided command, and utilize the conversion tools for various cooking measurements.
Key features
Key features of mcp-units include volume conversion (ml, l, cup, tbsp, tsp), weight conversion (g, kg, oz, lb), and temperature conversion (Celsius, Fahrenheit).
Where to use
mcp-units can be used in culinary applications, cooking education, recipe development, and any context where precise unit conversions are necessary for cooking.
Clients Supporting MCP
The following are the main client software that supports the Model Context Protocol. Click the link to visit the official website for more information.
Overview
What is Mcp Units
mcp-units is an MCP server designed specifically for converting cooking-related units, providing tools for volume, weight, and temperature conversions.
Use cases
Use cases for mcp-units include converting recipe measurements, assisting chefs in professional kitchens, and helping home cooks accurately follow recipes from different regions.
How to use
To use mcp-units, you can install it via Smithery or manually by cloning the repository and installing the package. Once installed, run the server using the provided command, and utilize the conversion tools for various cooking measurements.
Key features
Key features of mcp-units include volume conversion (ml, l, cup, tbsp, tsp), weight conversion (g, kg, oz, lb), and temperature conversion (Celsius, Fahrenheit).
Where to use
mcp-units can be used in culinary applications, cooking education, recipe development, and any context where precise unit conversions are necessary for cooking.
Clients Supporting MCP
The following are the main client software that supports the Model Context Protocol. Click the link to visit the official website for more information.
Content
MCP Cooking Units Converter
An MCP (Model Context Protocol) server that provides cooking unit conversion tools.
Installation
Installing via Smithery
To install Cooking Units Converter for Claude Desktop automatically via Smithery:
npx -y @smithery/cli install @sellisd/mcp-units --client claude
Manual Installation
- Clone the repository:
git clone [email protected]:sellisd/mcp-units.git
cd mcp-units
- Install:
uv pip install . # For normal use
# OR
uv pip install -e . # For development
Usage
Available Tools
The server provides the following conversion tools:
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Volume Conversion
- Convert between: ml, l, cup, tbsp, tsp
- Example: 240ml → 1 cup
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Weight Conversion
- Convert between: g, kg, oz, lb
- Example: 454g → 1 lb
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Temperature Conversion
- Convert between: Celsius ©, Fahrenheit (F)
- Example: 180°C → 356°F
Running the Server
uvx --with . python -m mcp_units.server
Using with VSCode Extensions
This MCP server can be integrated with VSCode extensions that support the Model Context Protocol. Here’s how to set it up:
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Install an MCP-compatible VSCode extension (e.g., Roo)
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Configure the extension to use this server in
.roo/mcp.json:{ "mcpServers": { "units": { "command": "uvx", "args": [ "--with", ".", "python", "-m", "mcp_units.server" ], "disabled": false } } }
License
This project is licensed under the MIT License.
Dev Tools Supporting MCP
The following are the main code editors that support the Model Context Protocol. Click the link to visit the official website for more information.
