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Free Online FBX to ABC Converter

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Please note: Your FBX file, once uploaded to our server will be deleted 15 minutes after upload so please download your converted FBX file before this time.

How to Convert your FBX to ABC Online?

Here are 2 simple steps to convert your FBX to ABC using our fast and free FBX converter tool.

Upload your FBX file

Click the "Upload a FBX File" button, then select a FBX to upload. The maximum file size is 100MB.

Download your ABC

Click the download link to receive your ABC file.

File format information for FBX and ABC

ExtensionFBX
Full NameAutodesk Filmbox
Type3D Model
Mime Typeapplication/octet-stream
FormatText
Opens WithBlender, MeshLab

FBX (Filmbox) is a file format developed by Autodesk that is widely used in the 3D modeling and animation industry. It serves as a platform-independent, open file format that allows for the exchange of 3D data between different software applications. This interchange format is particularly popular in the fields of animation, virtual reality, and game development due to its ability to preserve complex 3D scenes, including geometry, textures, animations, and camera movements.

FBX files store 3D data in a structured manner, using a combination of binary and ASCII data. The binary data efficiently represents the geometry and other scene elements, while the ASCII data contains metadata and other scene information. This combination allows for a balance between file size and human-readable content, making it suitable for both storage and collaboration purposes.

Moreover, FBX files support a wide range of 3D software applications, including Autodesk's own products like Maya and 3ds Max, as well as other popular software like Blender and Unity. This compatibility makes FBX a versatile format for sharing 3D assets and projects across different platforms and workflows, contributing to its status as an industry-standard file format in the world of 3D content creation.

FBX Converter Capabilities

When converting 3D Model/Mesh files using our FBX converter we will attempt to convert color materials into a suitable format for use in the converted file.

ExtensionABC
Full NameAlembic
Type3D Model
Mime Typeapplication/octet-stream
FormatBinary
Opens WithBlender

An Alembic ABC file is a widely used data interchange format in the computer graphics and visual effects industries. It was developed by Sony Pictures Imageworks and Industrial Light & Magic and is designed to store and exchange animated 3D geometry and other visual data efficiently. The term "Alembic" is derived from the alchemical device used for distillation, reflecting its purpose to capture and distill complex 3D scenes into a compact and portable format. ABC files provide a means to transfer complex animations and scenes between different software applications, allowing artists and studios to work seamlessly across various tools and platforms.

The Alembic ABC file format excels in its ability to handle massive datasets with multiple animated elements efficiently. It stores geometric information, vertex positions, normals, UV coordinates, and animation data such as vertex animations, skeletal deformations, and camera movements. This makes it a powerful asset in animation pipelines for film, television, gaming, and other visual media. Additionally, ABC files are highly compressed, enabling faster data transfer and reduced storage requirements without sacrificing data integrity, making them an ideal choice for handling complex 3D animations.

With Alembic's broad support in major 3D software packages, such as Autodesk Maya, Blender, Houdini, and Cinema 4D, among others, artists and technical directors can easily import and export ABC files, fostering collaboration and workflow integration across different software environments. As a result, Alembic ABC files have become an essential part of the modern animation and visual effects industry, enabling efficient and reliable data exchange and contributing to streamlined production processes and creative flexibility.

ABC Converter Capabilities

When converting your FBX to ABC our tool will attempt to accurately convert any color/material information.

Information for converting from FBX to ABC

Your FBX file will be converted to a ABC file using our unified 3D model and mesh conversion tool. Our FBX 3D tool performs accurate conversions of 3D elements such as vertices, faces, normals and relevant material information. As both FBX and ABC support color material information our tool will also attempt to convert the color information too.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I convert my FBX file to ABC?

First click the "Upload..." button, select your FBX file to upload. Your FBX file will be uploaded to our servers. When the FBX to ABC conversion has completed, you can download your ABC file straight away.

How long does it take to convert my FBX to ABC?

We aim to process all FBX to ABC conversions as quickly as possible, this usually takes around 5 seconds however this can be longer for certain files, so please be patient.

How accurate is the FBX to ABC conversion?

We aim to provide the best conversion experience. Our tools are under constant review and development with new features being added every week.