Convert PLY to OBJ - Lightning-Fast & Precise 3D Mesh Conversion

Convert PLY to OBJ

PLY to OBJ Conversion

Our professional converter make it easy to switch PLY to OBJ - here's how:

  1. Download & Install:

    Convert your PLY mesh files to OBJ format seamlessly using Autoconverter - simply install and launch the software on your system.
  2. Import PLY Mesh File:

    Click Open... to open your PLY mesh file (.ply) or drag and drop it into the application window.
  3. Export to OBJ Format:

    Click Save As... to export your mesh file to the OBJ mesh file format (.obj).

Still tired of failed PLY to OBJ conversions? Our foolproof guides ensure successful PLY mesh files conversion:


PLY Polygon File

A a simple and flexible file format to store 3D mesh data. It supports vertices, faces (triangles/polygons), colors, normals, and custom properties. PLY is also known as the Stanford Triangle Format as it was developed at Stanford University in the early 1990s. It still remains a popular choice for storing 3D geometry.

Key Features of PLY

  • Flexible Structure:

    Supports vertices, faces (triangles/polygons), edges, and custom data.
  • Properties:

    Can store RGB colors, normals, texture coordinates, transparency, and user-defined attributes.
  • ASCII & Binary Formats:

    PLY files can be saved in ASCII (readable) or binary (compact) form.

PLY File Conversion

Autoconverter is the best tool for converting PLY files because it handles all major 3D formats (STL, OBJ, FBX, STEP, etc.) while preserving colors, textures, and mesh accuracy. It offers fast batch conversions, an easy drag-and-drop interface, and works seamlessly across CAD, 3D scanning, and game development workflows. Try Autoconverter today - simplify your 3D workflow with flawless PLY conversions!


OBJ Alias Wavefront Object File

A text-based file format, open standard for storing and exchanging 3D geometry data, widely used across 3D modeling, animation, and rendering software. Unlike binary formats, OBJ files store mesh data in human-readable text, making them highly compatible but less storage-efficient.

Main Benefits and Features

  • Named Group Objects:

    OBJ files can store multiple objects with different names in a single file, which can be useful for organizing complex 3D scenes.
  • Surface Materials:

    The OBJ file format supports surface materials with transparent colors and texture images, providing more realistic and detailed 3D models.
  • Geometry Primitives:

    OBJ files can store geometry primitives in the form of quads or triangles. However, during the OBJ file conversion using our converters, any quad primitives will be simplified into two triangles, as only triangular facets are supported.
  • OBJ File Size:

    Due to its textual format, OBJ files tend to have larger sizes compared to binary file formats like 3DS (3D Studio) or SKP (SketchUp). This means that OBJ files may take longer to load or transfer, and may require more storage space.

OBJ File Conversion

Autoconverter is the best OBJ file converter due to its high accuracy, fast processing speed, and wide 3D format support. It ensures lossless conversions while preserving model details, offering a user-friendly interface for seamless file conversion. If you need to handle OBJ files in AutoCAD, you can use our Automesher Application, which allows for seamless import and export of OBJ files directly in your CAD environment.


PLY vs. OBJ Comparison

Property PLY OBJ
Extensions .ply .obj
Name Stanford Polygon Alias Wavefront Object
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