Convert OFF to STL Files

Convert OFF to STL

OFF to STL Conversion

Transform OFF into STL in minutes with our step-by-step instructions:

  1. Download & Install:

    Convert your OFF files to STL format seamlessly using our Autoconverter - simply install and launch the software on your system.

  2. Import OFF File:

    Either click Open... to browse for your .off file, 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.

Want to master OFF to STL conversion? These comprehensive guides teach you professional OFF files conversion:

OFF Object File Format

A straightforward, human-readable file format designed for representing 3D polygonal models. As a lightweight alternative to complex CAD formats, OFF focuses on storing essential geometric data - vertices, edges, and faces - without proprietary constraints.

Key Features of OFF

  • ASCII Text Files:

    : OFF files are text-based and use a simple syntax to store geometric data of 3D objects. The files can be easily edited and viewed with any text editor or viewer.

  • Polygonal Shapes:

    The OFF format allows to store 3D triangles, quads, and other generic polygonal shapes. Each shape is defined by a list of vertices and a list of faces.

  • Limitations:

    OFF files support only geometric data - materials, textures, and group names from source files are discarded during conversion.

OFF File Conversion

Our software offers two specialized approaches for OFF file conversion. Autoconverter handles conversion of OFF files to common mesh formats including STL, SKP, OBJ, and PLY, maintaining the original polygonal structure. Autoshaper provides advanced conversion of OFF polygonal data into smooth NURBS surfaces, exporting to BREP, STEP, and IGES formats for CAD workflows.

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!

OFF vs. STL Comparison

Property OFF STL
Extensions .off .stl
Name Object File Format STereoLithography
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