Free Online PLY to BLEND Converter

Here is our free to use PLY to BLEND 3D model converter tool that will take your PLY 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 PLY 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 PLY file file, when uploaded to our server, will be deleted 15 minutes after upload. Please download your converted PLY file file before this time.

The PLY to BLEND model conversion tool will analyse your PLY 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 PLY 3D model file.

File information for PLY and BLEND

Full Name	Stanford Triangle Format
Extension	PLY
Type	3D Model/Point Cloud
Mime Type	application/octet-stream
Format	Text

The PLY file format, commonly referred to as the Stanford Triangle Format, is a 3D file format that comes in either plain text or binary formats. The PLY format is a mature format and is supported by many popular 3D editing applications.

Due to its ability to handle full-color 3D point clouds, the format is commonly used as a medium of exchange when working with 3D scanners. There are also many 3D models available online in the PLY format.

PLY Converter Capabilities

As materials containing color information is supported by the PLY format, our tool will do its best to include this in the 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 materials containing color information is supported by the PLY and BLEND formats, our tool will do its best to include this in the converted BLEND file.

How to Convert your PLY to BLEND?

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

Upload your PLY file

Click the "Select File" button, and then select the PLY 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 PLY to BLEND?

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

How long does it take to convert my PLY file to BLEND?

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

Is the PLY format suitable for 3D printing?

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