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io.github.sellisd/mcp-units

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An MCP server that provides some common units conversions for cooking

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What can you do with io.github.sellisd/mcp-units?

  • Volume Conversion
  • Weight Conversion
  • Temperature Conversion

Install

Add this to your client's MCP configuration (Claude Desktop: claude_desktop_config.json; Cursor: .cursor/mcp.json; VS Code and others use the same "mcpServers" shape).

PYPI package mcp-units
Claude Code 
claude mcp add mcp-units -- uvx mcp-units==0.3.3
JSON configuration (Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code) 
{
    "mcpServers": {
        "mcp-units": {
            "command": "uvx",
            "args": [
                "mcp-units==0.3.3"
            ]
        }
    }
}

Documentation

From the project's README on GitHub, refreshed weekly. Links open on GitHub.

Contents
  1. MCP Cooking Units Converter
  2. Installation
  3. Usage
  4. Using with VSCode Extensions
  5. Contact
  6. License

MCP Cooking Units Converter

MCP Cooking Units Converter is a Python package and MCP server for converting cooking measurements (volume, weight, temperature) between common units. It is designed for integration with MCP-compatible tools and VSCode extensions.

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
  1. Clone the repository: bash git clone git@github.com:sellisd/mcp-units.git cd mcp-units
  2. Install: bash uv pip install . # For normal use # OR uv pip install -e . # For development

Usage

Available Tools

The server provides the following conversion tools:

  1. Volume Conversion
    • Convert between: ml, l, cup, tbsp, tsp
    • Example: 240ml → 1 cup
  2. Weight Conversion
    • Convert between: g, kg, oz, lb
    • Example: 454g → 1 lb
  3. Temperature Conversion
    • Convert between: Celsius (C), 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:

  1. Install an MCP-compatible VSCode extension (e.g., Roo)
  2. Configure the extension to use this server in .roo/mcp.json:
     {
   "mcpServers": {
     "units": {
       "command": "uvx",
       "args": [
         "--with",
         ".",
         "python",
         "-m",
         "mcp_units.server"
       ],
       "disabled": false
     }
   }
 }

Contact

For questions, issues, or contributions, please visit the GitHub repository.

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License.

Frequently asked questions

What is io.github.sellisd/mcp-units?

An MCP server that provides some common units conversions for cooking

How do I install io.github.sellisd/mcp-units?

It runs on your machine. In Claude Code: claude mcp add mcp-units -- uvx mcp-units==0.3.3. For other clients, paste the JSON configuration from this page into their MCP settings.

Does io.github.sellisd/mcp-units need an API key?

Its registry entry lists no required key or secret. Some features may still need an account with the service it connects to.

Is io.github.sellisd/mcp-units open source?

Its code is public on GitHub, but the repository does not declare a standard license.

Who maintains io.github.sellisd/mcp-units?

It is published by sellisd. AI.tn lists it but does not maintain or endorse it.

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