DXF to STL - Convert DXF Quickly and Accurately

Convert DXF to STL

DXF to STL Conversion

Learn how to change DXF to STL using our powerful converter in just a few steps:

  1. Download & Install:

    Convert your DXF drawings to STL format seamlessly using Autoconverter - simply install and launch the software on your system.

  2. Import DXF Drawing:

    Either click Open... to browse for your .dxf drawing, or drag and drop it anywhere in the application window.

  3. Export to STL Format:

    Use Save As... to specify both location and filename (with .stl extension) for your exported file.

Finding DXF to STL conversion challenging? These trusted resources make DXF drawings conversion simple:

DXF Drawing Exchange File

A universal, open file standard developed by Autodesk to enable seamless cross-platform exchange of CAD data between AutoCAD and other design applications. As a vendor-neutral format, DXF preserves 2D/3D geometry, layers, text, and basic metadata, making it ideal for collaboration across different CAD, CAM, and GIS software.

DXF Key Features

  • Origin:

    Developed by Autodesk in 1982 as the ASCII/Binary CAD data interchange format.

  • Compatibility:

    Universal standard for 2D/3D CAD programs (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, etc.).

  • ASCII Format:

    The DXF format is text-based and uses a standard syntax to store DWG drawing data. It can be easily edited and viewed with any text editor or viewer.

  • Exchange of DWG Drawing:

    The DXF format acts as a universal bridge for DWG data exchange between AutoCAD and third-party applications. This solution is especially valuable since Autodesk's proprietary DWG format requires licensed software for full access and editing capabilities.

DXF File Converters

Autoconverter and Automesher Application allow you to import and export DXF files, and convert them into various other file formats. You can use our products to convert 3D meshes into a set of DXF faces organized in colored layers. This allows you to further process and modify your models using your default DWG editor.

STL STereoLithography File

A file format that was developed by 3D Systems, a global leader in the 3D printing industry, to facilitate rapid prototyping and manufacturing. It is widely used in computer-aided design (CAD), 3D printing, and digital fabrication due to its simplicity and broad compatibility. STL files exclusively represent 3D geometry using a triangular mesh, making them lightweight and easy to process.

Key Features of STL

  • Simplicity:

    STL files are easy to create and read by many software applications and 3D printers, as they only contain the coordinates of the vertices and the normal vectors of the triangles.

  • No Additional Attributes:

    Unlike other 3D formats, STL files do not include details such as face colors, textures, transparency, material properties, or named groups. This means that all STL models appear colorless in their raw form.

  • Binary vs. ASCII STL Formats:

    STL files can be stored in two formats:
    • Binary STL
      - The preferred format due to its compact file size, making it more efficient for storage and processing.
    • ASCII STL
      - A human-readable text format that describes each triangle explicitly, but results in significantly larger file sizes.

  • Units of Measurement:

    The STL format does not define a specific unit of measurement, though most applications interpret the coordinates as being in millimeters. If necessary, our STL files converter can perform automatic unit conversions to match your project’s requirements.

STL File Conversion

Autoconverter and Automesher Application are the best tools for converting STL files because they support a wide range of 3D formats, making it easy to convert STL into other file types like STEP, OBJ, or SKP. They ensure high-quality STL mesh conversion, preserving details and accuracy. With advanced automation, they can process multiple STL files at once, saving time and effort. Additionally, they offer optimization features to clean and edit STL models, making them perfect for designers, engineers, and 3D printing enthusiasts. Convert STL to STEP, OBJ, SKP and more - test our converters with a free trial today!

DXF vs. STL Comparison

Property DXF STL
Extensions .dxf .stl
Name Drawing Exchange Format STereoLithography
Versions
  • Min: AutoCAD 2010
  • Max: AutoCAD 2026
Textures
Colors
Geometry components
Readers
Writers