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Free Online STEP to 3MF Converter

Here is our free to use STEP to 3MF 3D model converter tool that will take your STEP file and convert it to the 3MF 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 STEP files at one time.

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 STEP file file, when uploaded to our server, will be deleted 15 minutes after upload. Please download your converted STEP file file before this time.

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

File information for STEP and 3MF

Full NameSTEP-File
ExtensionSTEP
Type3D Model
Mime Typeapplication/octet-stream
FormatBinary

The STEP file format, also known as ISO 10303-21, is a 3D file format used within the area of computer-aided design (CAD) as a way to exchange data between different applications. The STEP format is essentially a plain text file containing commands used to describe the 3D object.

Due to the standardized nature of the format, there is support for importing STEP files into many CAD applications. STEP files can, however, become quite large, and some complex files can take a long time to import into a 3D project.

Mesh Geometry

The STEP format is not a mesh-based format; converting a STEP file to a mesh format is possible via most CAD applications via a tessellate function.

STEP Converter Capabilities

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

Full Name3D Manufacturing Format
Extension3MF
Type3D Model
Mime Typeapplication/vnd.ms-package.3dmanufacturing-3dmodel+xml
FormatBinary

The primary purpose of the 3MF format is to store and transmit 3D models for 3D printing. The format is ideally suited to this due to its ability to store not only the 3D model but also additional metadata required for 3D printing an object, such as units of measurement, surface material characteristics, and more.

Mesh Geometry

The 3MF file format is a mesh-based format; more specifically, the mesh is stored as a series of triangles that, when combined, can represent any 3D object. The format can contain many 3D mesh objects in a single file.

3MF Converter Capabilities

As materials containing color information is supported by the STEP and 3MF formats, our tool will do its best to include this in the converted 3MF file.

How to Convert your STEP to 3MF?

Here are two steps to convert your STEP to 3MF using our free STEP converter tool.

Upload your STEP file

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

Download your 3MF

Click the download link to receive your 3MF file.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I convert my STEP to 3MF?

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

How long does it take to convert my STEP file to 3MF?

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

Is the STEP format suitable for 3D printing?

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

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