Convert your STL 3D models to DAE format using our free online tool. Transform Standard Triangle Language (STL) files into COLLADA Digital Asset Exchange (DAE) format while maintaining geometry and materials. No Signup Required.
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The STL format (Standard Triangle Language or STereoLithography) was developed by 3D Systems in the late 1980s and is one of the most common file formats for 3D printing.
STL files describe only the surface geometry of a 3D object without any representation of color, texture, or other attributes common to other 3D file formats.
DAE (COLLADA) is an open standard XML schema for exchanging digital assets between 3D applications. It was adopted by the Khronos Group in 2006 and is widely used in game development and 3D visualization.
This conversion is especially useful when you need to prepare 3D models for game engines, animation software, or other platforms that require the advanced features of the COLLADA format.
Converting STL to DAE involves transforming the basic geometry information from the STL format into the more complex XML structure of the COLLADA format.
The process preserves triangle mesh data and face normals, then restructures them into the COLLADA XML schema, which can include additional information like materials, textures, and scene structure.
Our converter ensures that the model's geometry is accurately represented in the COLLADA format, ready for use in multimedia applications, game engines, and 3D visualization software.
Converting to DAE offers several advantages: it enables animation capabilities, supports advanced materials and textures, and is compatible with a wide range of 3D applications.
An online STL to DAE converter allows you to quickly transform 3D models between formats without installing specialized software. It's convenient for converting models from any device with a browser.
Our converter maintains the original geometry and basic material properties. The DAE format supports advanced material properties, animations, and scene information, providing more capabilities than the basic STL format.
Conversion time depends on the model size and complexity. Most conversions complete within a few minutes.
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The maximum STL file size limit for conversion is 100MB.