How to Use the BIMobject MCP in Claude

Q: How do I configure BIMobject inside Claude Desktop?

Open your claudedesktopconfig.json file and add the BIMobject MCP Server credentials under the server configuration key. Once you restart the app, the hammer icon will show the new search and download tools.

Q: Can I download Revit files directly through BIMobject on Claude Desktop?

Yes, Claude Desktop uses getproductfiles to grab the download URLs for Revit, ArchiCAD, and IFC formats. You can then download them straight to your local workstation.

Q: How does the tool handle product classifications?

It uses listclassifications to map products to standard building codes. This lets your agent group products by OmniClass or Uniclass standards.

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Search and Filter Building Products in Claude Desktop

Stop leaving your chat to hunt down CAD blocks or Revit families. This MCP Server lets Claude Desktop query the marketplace directly using `search_products` and `list_categories` to find the exact building components your project demands. You get the exact manufacturer specs returned right in your chat window. Claude Desktop parses the dimensions and material data from `get_product_details` so you can make design decisions without switching tabs.

Pull Technical Files Directly to Your Local Machine

Claude Desktop runs local tools via this MCP Server to fetch actual design files using `get_product_files`. You don't have to manually download zip files from a browser anymore. The tool retrieves the exact file paths and download links for Revit, ArchiCAD, or IFC formats. Claude Desktop can then help you organize these assets right in your local project directory.

Analyze Brand and Classification Data

When you need to verify if a manufacturer fits your project specs, have Claude Desktop run `get_brand_details` and `list_classifications`. It pulls the official registry data instantly. Your agent compares these classification codes against your local project guidelines. This keeps your building models compliant without manual cross-referencing.

Setup guide

Set up BIMobject MCP in Claude Web or Desktop

1

Open Claude Settings

Go to claude.ai, click your profile icon, then navigate to Customize → Connectors.
2

Add Custom Connector

Click the "+" button and select Add custom connector. Paste your Vinkius endpoint URL: https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your token from cloud.vinkius.com. For OAuth-protected servers, expand Advanced settings to add credentials.
3

Start a conversation

Open a new chat. The BIMobject MCP tools are available immediately — no restart needed.

Endpoint URL

https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp

No configuration file needed — paste the URL directly in the Claude web interface.

Available on Free (1 connector), Pro, Max, Team, and Enterprise plans.

Prerequisites

Claude Desktop installed (macOS or Windows)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open Claude Desktop Settings

Click the menu icon at the top-left corner, go to Settings → Developer → Edit Config. This opens claude_desktop_config.json in your default text editor.
2

Paste the BIMobject MCP configuration

Copy the JSON snippet on the right into the mcpServers object. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Restart Claude Desktop

Close and reopen the application. Claude needs a full restart to load new MCPs — refreshing a conversation is not enough.
4

Verify the connection

Open a new conversation. Click the 🔌 icon at the bottom of the message input. You should see tools listed under bimobject-mcp.

json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "bimobject-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about BIMobject MCP in Claude Desktop

Open your `claude_desktop_config.json` file and add the BIMobject MCP Server credentials under the server configuration key. Once you restart the app, the hammer icon will show the new search and download tools.

Yes, Claude Desktop uses `get_product_files` to grab the download URLs for Revit, ArchiCAD, and IFC formats. You can then download them straight to your local workstation.

Yes, you can hook the remote MCP server HTTPS URL into the claude.ai web settings under integrations. This lets you search manufacturer catalogs without installing anything locally.

It uses `list_classifications` to map products to standard building codes. This lets your agent group products by OmniClass or Uniclass standards.

Your search queries and product file requests pass through secure, ephemeral V8 isolates. No manufacturer credentials or downloaded CAD metadata are stored on our servers after the session ends.

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