| Extension | F3D |
| Full Name | Fusion 360 |
| Type | CAD |
| Mime Type | application/octet-stream |
| Format | Binary |
A F3D file, short for Fusion 3D file, is a proprietary 3D modeling format developed by Autodesk for use with their software, Fusion 360. Fusion 360 is a powerful computer-aided design (CAD), computer-aided manufacturing (CAM), and computer-aided engineering (CAE) tool widely used in various industries such as manufacturing, engineering, and product design. The F3D file contains all the data necessary to represent a 3D model, including geometric information, design history, feature details, and material properties. This feature-rich format enables users to create, edit, and collaborate on complex 3D designs efficiently.
The F3D file's unique characteristic lies in its parametric nature. This means that the file stores not just the final 3D model but also a comprehensive history of the design process. Each step in the design evolution, including sketches, extrusions, cuts, fillets, and other operations, is recorded as features. This history is not only beneficial for designers to understand and modify their models easily, but it also facilitates iterative design and seamless collaboration among team members. Additionally, the parametric approach empowers users to make changes to earlier stages of the design, automatically updating subsequent features and maintaining design integrity throughout the process.
Due to its association with Autodesk's Fusion 360 software, the F3D file format is primarily intended for use within this ecosystem. However, Fusion 360 allows exporting designs to various standard formats like STL, STEP, IGES, and more, which ensures compatibility with other CAD/CAM software and 3D printers. Though the F3D format offers numerous advantages within Fusion 360, it's essential to consider the software's subscription-based licensing model, which may impact accessibility and sharing of F3D files for those without a Fusion 360 subscription.
F3D Converter Capabilities
Currently our F3D converter can only convert from F3D files, our developers are working to allow converting to F3D files in future versions of our tools.
