Read-only optical catalog search plus DiffBeam server, schema, and catalog revision metadata.
Install
Run one of the commands below, then add the client config underneath.
https://catalog-api.gaussian-beam.com/mcp/Client configuration
Paste into Claude Desktop, Cursor (mcp.json), VS Code or any MCP client, then restart the client.
{
"mcpServers": {
"diffbeam": {
"url": "https://catalog-api.gaussian-beam.com/mcp/"
}
}
}About this server
DiffBeam Gaussian Beam Optics is listed in the Other Tools category of the MCPNav directory. It is distributed as Streamable HTTP 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 DiffBeam Gaussian Beam Optics MCP server?＋
DiffBeam Gaussian Beam Optics is an MCP server by gaussian-beam. Read-only optical catalog search plus DiffBeam server, schema, and catalog revision metadata.
How do I install DiffBeam Gaussian Beam Optics?＋
Install it with: https://catalog-api.gaussian-beam.com/mcp/. Then add the JSON config to your client's MCP settings and restart the client.
Is DiffBeam Gaussian Beam Optics free to use?＋
The MCP server itself is free to install. The source is public on https://github.com/RiaRosenauer/diffbeam-mcp. Any third-party API it calls (such as a search or maps API) may require its own key and billing.
Which clients support DiffBeam Gaussian Beam Optics?＋
Any MCP-compatible client can use it, including Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf and custom agents.