Free Online 3DS to BLEND Converter

Here is our free to use 3DS to BLEND 3D model converter tool that will take your 3DS file and convert it to the BLEND format ready for loading into your favourite 3D modeling package. Our 3D model converter supports batch processing of your files and can convert up to 20 3DS files at one time.

Select File(s)

Drag and drop your files here to upload or click the button above.
A maximum of 20 files can be converted at once.

Please note: Your 3DS file file, when uploaded to our server, will be deleted 15 minutes after upload. Please download your converted 3DS file file before this time.

The 3DS to BLEND model conversion tool will analyse your 3DS file and convert its 3D mesh data including vertices, surfaces and where applicable vector normals and texture coordinates to the BLEND format whilst maintaining the structural accuracy of your original 3DS 3D model file.

File information for 3DS and BLEND

Full Name	3D Studio Mesh
Extension	3DS
Type	3D Model
Mime Type	application/octet-stream
Format	Binary

The 3DS file format is one of the older, some may say classic, 3D file formats designed to store fully textured 3D models. Developed in the early 1990's, the 3DS format was to be the standard format for the popular 3D Studio modeling application.

The format is still in use today though was superseded some time ago by the MAX format that is used by the Autodesk 3ds Max modeling application. Although out of favor as a preferred storage format for modern 3D models, the 3DS format is still important due to the huge library of existing 3D models that exist in this format.

3DS Converter Capabilities

As the 3DS format currently does not support the use of material colors when used by tool, your converted model will contain only the mesh geometry, material colors will not be transferred to your converted file.

Full Name	Blender
Extension	BLEND
Type	3D Model
Mime Type	application/octet-stream
Format	Binary

The BLEND format is the native 3D model file format used by the ever-popular 3D modeling application Blender. Blender has been around since the 1990s, and it has grown steadily over the years, adding new features with each passing version.

The current version of Blender has many powerful features, is very popular with many budding 3D designers, and is the go-to application for videogame, animation, and film artists.

Mesh Geometry

The BLEND file format is a mesh-based format, meaning the 3D models created within Blender are stored in the form of 3D meshes composed of vertices and faces. Along with 3D object geometry, Blender supports the creation of animations, and this too is included in the BLEND file.

BLEND Converter Capabilities

As the BLEND format currently does not support the use of material colors in 3D models when created using our tool, your converted model will contain only the mesh geometry, material colors will not be transferred to your converted BLEND file.

How to Convert your 3DS to BLEND?

Here are two steps to convert your 3DS to BLEND using our free 3DS converter tool.

Upload your 3DS file

Click the "Select File" button, and then select the 3DS file to upload. The maximum file size is 100MB.

Download your BLEND

Click the download link to receive your BLEND file.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I convert my 3DS to BLEND?

First, click the "Select File" button and choose your 3DS file. We will upload and convert your 3DS file. Once the conversion from 3DS to BLEND completes, use the provided link to download your BLEND file.

How long does it take to convert my 3DS file to BLEND?

We aim to process all 3DS to BLEND file conversions as soon as possible; this should take around 5 seconds; however, this may be longer for larger files.

Is the 3DS format suitable for 3D printing?

No. Most 3D printing slicer software will not support the 3DS format. It is recommended to convert your 3DS file to the STL format if you wish to 3D print it.