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EPICS Channel Access

MCP server · by K-Dense-AI

Developer Tools Python v0.1.2

MCP server for EPICS Channel Access: read, monitor and guarded writes of process variables.

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Install

Run one of the commands below, then add the client config underneath.

Pythonuvx labmcp-epics

Client configuration

Paste into Claude Desktop, Cursor (mcp.json), VS Code or any MCP client, then restart the client.

mcpServers{
  "mcpServers": {
    "labmcp-epics": {
      "command": "uvx",
      "args": [
        "labmcp-epics"
      ]
    }
  }
}

About this server

EPICS Channel Access is listed in the Developer Tools category of the MCPNav directory. It is distributed as Python and can be loaded by any client that speaks the Model Context Protocol.

Typical uses include giving your assistant scoped access to the corresponding service so it can answer questions and take actions with real data instead of guessing. Always review what a server can access before you enable it — see our MCP security guide.

Frequently asked questions

What is the EPICS Channel Access MCP server?

EPICS Channel Access is an MCP server by K-Dense-AI. MCP server for EPICS Channel Access: read, monitor and guarded writes of process variables.

How do I install EPICS Channel Access?

Install it with: uvx labmcp-epics. Then add the JSON config to your client's MCP settings and restart the client.

Is EPICS Channel Access free to use?

The MCP server itself is free to install. The source is public on https://github.com/K-Dense-AI/lab-instrument-mcps. Any third-party API it calls (such as a search or maps API) may require its own key and billing.

Which clients support EPICS Channel Access?

Any MCP-compatible client can use it, including Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf and custom agents.