How do I select the right hardware for my connection?

You can use the `calculate_fitting_selection` tool. Provide the pipe diameter, wall thickness, branch diameter, and material grade to receive the recommended fitting type and compatibility status.

Can this tool verify if my design is safe for the current pressure?

Yes. By using `verify_pressure_containment`, you can input the operating pressure and wall thicknesses to determine if the design meets the required safety factor.

What information is needed for the welding profile?

To use `design_welding_profile`, you must provide the pipe material grade, the current operating pressure, and the ambient temperature.

Pipeline Hot Tap Design MCP Connector for Claude

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Engineering tool for safe hot tap connections to pressurized pipelines.

4 tools Official Updated Oct 1, 2026 Official Vinkius Partner

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This MCP server provides specialized engineering calculations for performing hot taps on live, pressurized pipelines. It allows AI agents to determine safe connection parameters by calculating fitting selection, coupon geometry, pressure containment, and welding thermal profiles. Use calculate_fitting_selection to choose hardware, calculate_coupon_geometry to manage the metal plug, verify_pressure_containment to ensure safety margins, and design_welding_profile to obtain critical thermal parameters for welding on pressurized assets.

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Connect to Claude

Subscribe on Vinkius, then add this connector to Claude.ai or Claude Code.

① Claude.ai (web app)

Go to Settings → Connectors → Add custom connector
Paste the MCP endpoint URL below

https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_a7Tk2QYtD1Cg23YzP9WJWSEkExXpUvl403qkUfKD/mcp

② Claude Code (terminal)

claude mcp add --transport http pipeline-hot-tap-design https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_a7Tk2QYtD1Cg23YzP9WJWSEkExXpUvl403qkUfKD/mcp

③ Claude Desktop

Add to claude_desktop_config.json:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "pipeline-hot-tap-design": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_a7Tk2QYtD1Cg23YzP9WJWSEkExXpUvl403qkUfKD/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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