Convert 3DS to STL
Convert 3DS files to STL locally, completely free and with maximum privacy.
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How to convert 3DS to STL
- Drop your .3ds files above, or click Upload Files. You can add many files at once.
- STL is already selected as the output. Open the settings (gear icon) to fine-tune the result.
- Click Convert All. Assimp and three.js runs inside your browser through WebAssembly; nothing is uploaded.
- Download your .stl files as soon as each one finishes.
What to know about 3DS to STL conversion
- STL stores geometry only, so materials, textures and animation are not included in the output.
- Textures must be embedded in the 3DS file; references to separate texture files cannot be resolved in the browser.
- Binary STL is used: it is smaller than ASCII STL and accepted by every slicer.
3DS vs STL
| Feature | 3DS (Autodesk 3D Studio) | STL (Stereolithography) |
|---|---|---|
| Materials and textures | Yes | No |
| Animation and rigging | No | No |
| Best for | opening models from legacy 3D archives | 3D printing and CAD workflows |
| Opens in | 3ds Max, Blender and many 3D tools | Cura, PrusaSlicer, Bambu Studio and CAD software |
3DS (Autodesk 3D Studio): The legacy native format of Autodesk 3D Studio, still common in 3D model archives.
STL (Stereolithography): The standard mesh format for 3D printing and CAD, storing triangulated surfaces.
Conversion options
- Custom output file name
Frequently asked questions
Is it safe to convert 3DS to STL here?
Yes. Your files are processed entirely on your own device by WebAssembly code running in the browser. They are never uploaded, so nobody else can see them, and the converter keeps working even if your connection drops after the page loads.
Is there a file size limit?
There is no server-side limit. The only limit is the memory available to your browser, typically 1.5–4 GB on desktop computers.
Can I convert several 3DS files at once?
Yes. Add as many files as you like; they are converted in parallel according to your device's CPU cores, and you can apply the same settings to all of them.
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