Free Online PLY to FBX Converter

Here is our free to use PLY to FBX 3D model converter tool that will take your PLY file and convert it to the FBX 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 FBX 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 FBX format whilst maintaining the structural accuracy of your original PLY 3D model file.

File information for PLY and FBX

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	Autodesk Filmbox
Extension	FBX
Type	3D Model
Mime Type	application/octet-stream
Format	Text

The FBX format, which is short for Filmbox, is a 3D modeling format developed by Autodesk with the aim of making it an open and easy-to-use way to distribute 3D models. The format started out in the mid-1990s and quickly gained traction, with its development continuing to this day.

Along with compatibility with Autodesk's Maya and 3Ds Max applications, FBX files have gained support with other 3D model editors, including Blender.

Mesh Geometry

An FBX file is composed of 3D mesh data, including vertices, faces, normals, textures, and animations, in a text and binary format to produce a portable file that is both easy to develop and compact and efficient as a medium for the distribution of models and full 3D scenes.

FBX Converter Capabilities

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

How to Convert your PLY to FBX?

Here are two steps to convert your PLY to FBX 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 FBX

Click the download link to receive your FBX file.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I convert my PLY to FBX?

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 FBX completes, use the provided link to download your FBX file.

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

We aim to process all PLY to FBX 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.