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PLY to STL Converter

Convert your PLY files to STL format for free. No sign up or credit card required.

Convert PLY files to STL format quickly and securely in your browser.

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PLY to STL Conversion FAQ

Get answers to common questions about converting PLY files to STL format. Learn about the conversion process, file compatibility, and best practices.

File Formats

File format information for PLY and STL

Detailed information about the source and target file formats, including their capabilities and specifications.

PLY Format

Extension:PLY
Full Name:Polygon File Format
Type:3D Model
Mime Type:application/octet-stream
Format:Binary
Opens With:MeshLab, Blender

PLY (Polygon File Format): An open file format (.ply) for 3D data, storing polygonal geometry and properties like color or texture. Developed by Stanford University, it’s flexible for scientific and 3D applications.

PLY Converter Capabilities

When converting 3D model or mesh files using our PLY converter, we will attempt to convert color materials into a suitable format for use in the converted file.

STL Format

Extension:STL
Full Name:Stereolithography
Type:3D Model
Mime Type:model/stl
Format:Binary
Opens With:3D Printers, Slicing Software

STL (Stereolithography): A file format (.stl) for 3D printing and CAD, representing surface geometry as a mesh of triangles. It's simple, widely supported, but lacks color or texture data.

STL Converter Capabilities

When converting 3D model or mesh files using our STL converter, we will attempt to convert color materials into a suitable format for use in the converted file.

Information for converting from PLY to STL