Free Online TGA to OBJ Converter

With our TGA to OBJ converter, you can effortlessly convert your TGA image file into a 3D heightmap model, which can then be loaded into your favourite 3D editing software. Our image to OBJ tool can batch convert up to 20 TGA files at one time and quickly turn them into 3D models.

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Or drag and drop your files here to upload.
A maximum of 20 files can be uploaded at once.

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

Our TGA to OBJ image conversion tool comes with a set of options allowing you to fine-tune the details of how the 3D model is generated. Once you have selected a file, you will see a button, which you can click to reveal adjustable properties such as whether the tool should use a Heightmap or Extrude algorithm to create the 3D model. There are also properties to control the size and detail of the model.

How to Convert your TGA to OBJ Online?

Here are two simple steps to convert your TGA to OBJ using our fast and free TGA converter tool.

Upload your TGA file

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

Download your OBJ

Click the download link to receive your OBJ file.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I convert my TGA file to OBJ?

First, click the "Upload..." button and select your TGA file to upload. Your TGA file will be uploaded to our servers. When the TGA to OBJ conversion has completed, you can download your OBJ file right away.

How long does it take to convert my TGA to OBJ?

We aim to process all TGA to OBJ 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 TGA to OBJ conversion?

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

How is the 3D model generated from my TGA image?

Our tool uses a Heightmap process whereby the OBJ 3D model is created based on the luminosity of the individual pixels in your TGA image.

Is there a limit to the size of my image?

Yes, to ensure our tool converts the TGA image quickly and with a reasonable final file size, your tool will resize any image larger than 600x600 pixels.

File format information for TGA and OBJ

Extension	TGA
Full Name	Truevision TGA
Type	Image
Mime Type	image/x-targa
Format	Binary
Opens With	Paint.Net

A TGA file is a raster bitmap file originally developed by Truevision Inc. as a means of storing bitmap images at varying colour depths, with the ability to also store alpha or transparency information.

The bitmap data can be stored at either 4, 8, 16, or 32 bits per pixel (bpp), allowing efficient use of storage space for images with low colour counts. TGA files became popular amongst video game developers, where preserving the detail of the original image was important.

TGA files still retain some support and can be opened with some modern image editing applications; however, the uses for TGA files have largely been re-allocated to modern formats such as PNG, which, along with supporting alpha channels, can also store animation sequences.

Extension	OBJ
Full Name	Wavefront
Type	3D Model
Mime Type	text/plain
Format	Text
Opens With	MeshLab, CAD Assistant, DAZ Studio

The OBJ file format is a 3D graphics file format used to define complex 3D models, including geometry, materials, and textures. OBJ files are text files, making them human-readable and easy to modify by hand. The downside to this ease of readability is that the files can become rather large when dealing with large or complex 3D models.

As mentioned, the OBJ format stores not only 3D model geometry but also materials and textures. These materials are usually defined in a separate file with the MTL file extension and specify geometry rendering details such as diffuse and specular colour, transparency, and much more.

The OBJ material file can also reference external texture files. These are usually JPEG or PNG files; however, these can be older formats, such as TGA. Where materials are used, the OBJ file will also contain material names preceding the geometry faces they should be applied to. If textures are referenced, the geometry will also contain texture coordinates (UV) for each vertex.

Information for converting from TGA to OBJ

Our TGA converter will convert your TGA file to a 3D model using the Heightmap process, whereby 2D pixels, based on their luminosity, are converted into 3D space to create a full 3D OBJ model ready for download for further processing in your favourite 3D editing package or for printing on a 3D printer.