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Extension | 3MF |
Full Name | 3D Manufacturing Format |
Type | 3D Model |
Mime Type | application/vnd.ms-package.3dmanufacturing-3dmodel+xml |
Format | Binary |
A 3MF file, short for 3D Manufacturing Format, is a modern and versatile file format specifically designed for 3D printing applications. It serves as a container for storing 3D models along with all relevant information necessary for the additive manufacturing process. Developed by the 3MF Consortium, this file format aims to address the limitations and complexities of traditional file formats like STL. The 3MF file format enables more efficient and accurate representation of 3D models, ensuring better interoperability among different 3D software and hardware, ultimately enhancing the overall 3D printing workflow.
Unlike STL files, which only describe the surface geometry of a 3D model using triangles, 3MF files can store more comprehensive data. This includes not only the geometry but also color, materials, textures, multiple components, and even slicing information. As a result, 3MF files offer a more complete representation of the 3D model, enabling precise visualization and fabrication without the need for additional external data. This integration of metadata within the 3MF file simplifies the 3D printing process, reduces the likelihood of errors, and promotes consistency across various 3D printing platforms.
Moreover, the 3MF file format is continually evolving, with updates and improvements being developed by the 3MF Consortium and its contributing members. This ensures that the format remains relevant and adaptable to emerging technologies and requirements within the additive manufacturing industry. As 3D printing continues to gain traction in various fields, from manufacturing to healthcare, the adoption of the 3MF file format is expected to grow, offering a streamlined and standardized approach to 3D model exchange and facilitating the widespread use of 3D printing technologies.
3MF Converter Capabilities
Our 3MF converter can both convert from and to 3MF files and our developers are working to improve our 3MF conversion tools in future versions.When converting 3D Model/Mesh files using our 3MF converter we will attempt to convert color materials into a suitable format for use in the converted file.
Our 3MF conversion tool can convert most 3D geometry including mesh vertices and faces with no loss of detail. Any color materials contained within the 3D model file will be converted where possible.
No, due to the different methods of assigning textures to a 3D model textures are not currently supported. If your 3MF model contains textures or references to external texture files, these will be ignored.
Yes! Our 3MF conversion tools are 100% free to use.
No, you can convert as many files as you wish. We do not impose any conversion limits on our 3MF conversion tools.
We aim to process all 3MF conversions as quickly as possible, this usually takes around 5 seconds however this can be longer for certain files and significantly longer for some larger file formats, so please be patient.
Once your 3MF file has been uploaded and we know the file format you wish to convert it to our bespoke conversion software will convert your 3MF and make it available for you to download with a unique download Url.
Yes, of course it is! Your 3MF, once converted is deleted 1 hour after upload and the download link will expire after this time.
Yes! Our 3MF conversion tools will run on any system with a modern web browser.
If you are having difficulty converting your 3MF you can contact us and we will try to help where possible.