STEP → STL · Online Conversion Guide
Key values of STEP → STL conversion include: 快速生成 3D 打印可用三角网格 减少制造前准备时间 统一输出用于 CAM/切片软件
STEP: STEP (ISO 10303) is a widely used neutral CAD/PLM exchange standard for accurate transfer of product structures and precise geometry across different CAD systems.
STL as the target format: STL is commonly used for 3D printing/rapid prototyping, keeping triangle shells only (no materials/hierarchy).
Practical tips: 导出时合理设置公差避免过度细分; 检查是否存在非流形/自交以免打印失败.
Typical scenarios: Cross‑software collaboration, BOM reviews, structural archiving.
Why convert STEP → STL
- 快速生成 3D 打印可用三角网格
- 减少制造前准备时间
- 统一输出用于 CAM/切片软件
Quick steps
- Upload STEP on the homepage
- Choose STL as the output and convert
- For very large models, run 3D Tiles tiling
- Open the 3D viewer for interactive preview/sharing
Inline conversion (no redirect)
More common conversions
FAQ
Q: What information may be lost from STEP to STL?
Parametric features/constraints/history become polygon meshes; verify materials and textures.
Q: How to reduce size for STEP → STL?
Remove hidden parts, lower tessellation where acceptable, compress textures, enable Draco, merge materials.
Q: Batch or very large models supported?
Use 3D Tiles tiling for massive assemblies; consider splitting by hierarchy/area.
Q: Can I further edit after converting?
After converting to STL, geometry is mesh-based; you can clean meshes and tweak materials, but parametrics are not preserved.