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# mcltspice # mcltspice
MCP server for LTspice circuit simulation automation on Linux. MCP server for LTspice circuit simulation automation on Linux. Drives LTspice via Wine in batch mode, parses binary `.raw` results, and exposes 37 tools for end-to-end circuit design workflows.
## Features ## Quick Start
- **Run Simulations** - Execute .asc schematics or .cir netlists in batch mode ```bash
- **Extract Waveforms** - Parse binary .raw files to get voltage/current data # Install and run
- **Modify Schematics** - Programmatically edit component values uvx mcltspice
- **Browse Libraries** - Access 6500+ symbols and 4000+ example circuits
# Add to Claude Code
claude mcp add mcltspice -- uvx mcltspice
# Local development
claude mcp add mcltspice -- uv run --directory /path/to/mcltspice mcltspice
```
## Requirements ## Requirements
- **Linux** with Wine installed - **Linux** with Wine installed
- **LTspice** extracted (see below) - **LTspice** extracted from the Windows installer (see [Setup](#ltspice-setup))
- **Python 3.11+** - **Python 3.11+**
## Installation ## Tools
```bash ### Simulation
# From PyPI (once published)
uvx mcltspice
# From source | Tool | Description |
uv pip install -e . |------|-------------|
``` | `simulate` | Run simulation on a `.asc` schematic |
| `simulate_netlist` | Run simulation on a `.cir` / `.net` netlist |
| `parameter_sweep` | Sweep a parameter across a range of values |
| `temperature_sweep` | Run simulations at different temperatures |
| `monte_carlo` | Monte Carlo analysis with component tolerances |
| `optimize_circuit` | Automatically optimize component values to hit target specs |
| `tune_circuit` | Measure performance and suggest parameter adjustments |
### LTspice Setup ### Waveform Extraction & Visualization
| Tool | Description |
|------|-------------|
| `get_waveform` | Extract signal data from a `.raw` file |
| `list_simulation_runs` | List runs in a stepped/Monte Carlo simulation |
| `evaluate_waveform_expression` | Evaluate math expressions on waveforms (V*I, dB, etc.) |
| `export_csv` | Export waveform data to CSV |
| `plot_waveform` | Generate SVG plots from simulation results |
### Signal Analysis
| Tool | Description |
|------|-------------|
| `analyze_waveform` | FFT, THD, RMS, settling time, and more |
| `measure_bandwidth` | Measure -3dB bandwidth from AC analysis |
| `get_operating_point` | Extract DC operating point (.op) results |
| `get_transfer_function` | Extract .tf (transfer function) results |
### Noise Analysis
| Tool | Description |
|------|-------------|
| `analyze_noise` | Comprehensive noise analysis from .noise simulation |
| `get_spot_noise` | Noise spectral density at a specific frequency |
| `get_total_noise` | Integrated RMS noise over a frequency band |
### Stability & Power
| Tool | Description |
|------|-------------|
| `analyze_stability` | Gain margin and phase margin from AC loop gain |
| `analyze_power` | Power metrics from voltage and current waveforms |
| `compute_efficiency_tool` | Power conversion efficiency |
### Schematic & Netlist
| Tool | Description |
|------|-------------|
| `read_schematic` | Parse schematic components and nets |
| `edit_component` | Modify component values in a schematic |
| `diff_schematics` | Compare two schematics and show changes |
| `run_drc` | Design rule checks on a schematic |
| `create_netlist` | Build a SPICE netlist programmatically |
| `create_from_template` | Create a circuit from a pre-built template |
| `generate_schematic` | Generate a graphical `.asc` schematic from a template |
| `read_touchstone` | Parse Touchstone S-parameter files (.s1p, .s2p) |
### Library & Templates
| Tool | Description |
|------|-------------|
| `list_templates` | Available circuit templates with parameters and defaults |
| `list_symbols` | Browse LTspice's 6500+ component symbols |
| `list_examples` | Browse 4000+ example circuits |
| `get_symbol_info` | Pin details and attributes for a component symbol |
| `search_spice_models` | Search `.model` definitions in the library |
| `search_spice_subcircuits` | Search `.subckt` definitions (op-amps, ICs, etc.) |
| `check_installation` | Verify LTspice and Wine setup |
## Resources
| URI | Description |
|-----|-------------|
| `ltspice://symbols` | All component symbols by category |
| `ltspice://examples` | All example circuits |
| `ltspice://status` | Installation status |
| `ltspice://templates` | All circuit templates with parameters |
| `ltspice://template/{name}` | Detail for a specific template |
## Prompts
| Prompt | Description |
|--------|-------------|
| `design_filter` | Walk through filter design (type, topology, specs) |
| `analyze_power_supply` | Guide through power supply analysis |
| `debug_circuit` | Systematic circuit debugging workflow |
| `optimize_design` | Iterative design optimization |
| `monte_carlo_analysis` | Statistical yield analysis |
| `circuit_from_scratch` | Build a circuit from a description |
| `troubleshoot_simulation` | Diagnose simulation errors |
## LTspice Setup
Extract LTspice from the Windows MSI installer: Extract LTspice from the Windows MSI installer:
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wineboot --init wineboot --init
``` ```
Set the `LTSPICE_DIR` environment variable or use the default `~/claude/ltspice/extracted/ltspice`. Set `LTSPICE_DIR` to point at your extracted directory, or use the default `~/claude/ltspice/extracted/ltspice`.
## MCP Tools
| Tool | Description |
|------|-------------|
| `simulate` | Run simulation on .asc schematic |
| `simulate_netlist` | Run simulation on .cir netlist |
| `get_waveform` | Extract signal data from .raw file |
| `read_schematic` | Parse schematic components and nets |
| `edit_component` | Modify component values |
| `list_symbols` | Browse component symbol library |
| `list_examples` | Browse example circuits |
| `get_symbol_info` | Get symbol pins and attributes |
| `check_installation` | Verify LTspice setup |
## MCP Resources
- `ltspice://symbols` - All available component symbols
- `ltspice://examples` - All example circuits
- `ltspice://status` - Installation status
## Usage with Claude Code
```bash
claude mcp add mcltspice -- uvx mcltspice
```
Or for local development:
```bash
claude mcp add mcltspice -- uv run --directory /path/to/mcltspice mcltspice
```
## Repository ## Repository