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Print Gridfinity bases by describing them to Claude Code

A returning 3D-printing hobbyist uses Claude Code with a build123d MCP server to model Gridfinity bases sized to their objects; about five prints so far all came out right.

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The request, as quoted in the source

“Gridfinity base, here are the dimensions of the object I want to put on the base”

Do this with your agent

How you could do the same thing today. “Official MCP” is the vendor's own server. “Manual” means you use the provider's own site or app.

  1. make123d-mcpManual through the provider

    Named in the source. It is not in our directory yet, so use it from its own site.

  2. Real World MCPFind it through our connector

    Add our server and ask your agent to run search_tools. It lists JLCPCB, PCBWay and SendCutSend with prices and links. It does not place orders.

  3. What works today, through which server, at what price.

  4. Every MCP server and API we list for this kind of job, with install lines, auth and price.

Add Real World MCP to your agent

22 live tools
ClaudeOne click (opens in a new tab)CursorOne clickSomething else?Setup guide
  1. Open the Add custom connector dialog , prefilled. Or go to Customize → Connectors → + Add → Add custom connector.
  2. Name it Real World MCP, paste this URL, pick No sign in, then Add.
https://www.realworldmcp.com/api/mcp
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The story is in our words. The source was opened on Nov 2, 2026 and a key phrase was found in it. See all use cases.