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Convert Your 3D Mesh/Model 3DM Files to VTK

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Our free and fast tool will convert most 3D mesh or 3DM (Rhinoceros 3D) model files to a standard VTK (Visualization Toolkit) file that can then be edited further in most popular 3D editing packages such as Blender or 3D printed without any further processing. Our conversion tool can also batch convert multiple 3DM files, up to 25 files at a time can be converted.

To convert your 3DM file click the Upload button above and select the file to convert. Once selected, the file will be converted to a VTK file and will ready for download shortly afterwards. For more information about the 3DM to VTK conversion process see the conversion information section below for more information.

How to Convert your 3DM to VTK Online?

Here are 2 simple steps to convert your 3DM to VTK.

Upload a 3DM

Click the "Upload a 3DM File" button and select a 3DM to upload. The maximum file size is 100MB.

Download your VTK

Click the download link once completed to receive your VTK file.

FAQ

How can I convert my 3DM file to VTK?

First click the "Upload..." button, select your 3DM file to upload. Select any configuration options. When the 3DM to VTK conversion has completed, you can download your VTK file straight away.

How long does it take to convert my 3DM to VTK?

We aim to process all 3DM to VTK conversions as quickly as possible, this usually takes around 5 seconds but can be more for larger more complex files so please be patient.

How accurate is the 3DM to VTK conversion?

We aim to create the most accurate conversions with our tools. Our tools are under constant development with new features and improvements being added every week.

Is it safe to convert my 3DM to VTK on ImageToStl.com?

Yes, of course! We do not store the 3DM file you submit to us. The resulting VTK file, once created is deleted 15 minutes after upload and the download link will expire after this time.

Can I convert 3DM to VTK on Windows, Linux, Android, iOS or Mac OS?

Yes! Our 3DM to VTK tool will run on any system with a modern web browser. No specialist software is needed to run any of our conversion tools.

What if I am using an Ad Blocker, will that affect things?

Yes. Although you can use an Ad Blocker, if you like our 3DM conversion tool please consider white-listing our site. When an Ad Blocker is enabled there are some conversion limits on some of our tools and processing/conversion times will be longer.

I have several 3DM files, can I batch convert my 3DM to VTK?

Yes! Our 3DM tool supports full batch conversions. You can upload up to 25 3DM files at a time. Our tool will convert them all as quickly as possible. Once completed, you can either download the VTK files individually or download them all in a single ZIP file.

How does it work?

Converting from the 3DM file format to VTK can be a complex process and any tool used for this conversion process needs to be able to handle a variety of data conversion tasks as well as identify any defects within the 3D model and fix them. Here we will explain the conversion process used by our tool to accurately convert your 3DM file to a valid VTK 3D model. Lets start with the conversion process, which involves the following steps:

Step 1: Read the Source 3DM File

In its simplest form, an 3DM file is a binary data file containing 3D data such as vertices, faces, normals and more. When combined, these make up the 3D model you see on your screen.

Step 2: Process File Data

With the 3DM file data read, our tool generates an internal representation of the full 3D model and will attempt to fix any geometry issues encountered. Along with repairing any issues with the 3D model, the tool will remove any duplicated vertices and prepare the model ready for exporting to the VTK format.

Step 3: Saving to the VTK Format

With the conversion process entering its final stages, our tool now needs to take the in-memory 3D model we have created in step 2 and convert this to the VTK format.

File format information for 3DM to VTK

Extension3DM
Full NameRhinoceros 3D
Type3D Model
Mime Typex-world/x-3dmf
FormatBinary
Tools3DM Converters, 3D Model Voxelizer, Create 3DM Animation, View 3DM

Description

The 3DM format also known as Rhino3D or Rhinoceros 3D is a 3D graphics model file format developed and used in CAD applications, Industrial Design and 3D Printing. The format has some compatibility with Adobe Illustrator and can be exported as an AI file using vector graphics.

Although it is a 3D file format it stores data in the NURBS geometry format which allows for greater mathematically precision compared to triangle/polygon based mesh geometry formats such as STL. Along with support for converting between other CAD formats the 3DM format can also supports two different scripting languages.

3DM Notes

If your 3DM file contains textures, these will be ignored. If a material contains color information this will be translated where possible.

Supported Features

  • Mesh geometry
  • Mesh material colors

Unsupported Features

  • Textures
  • Animations
ExtensionVTK
Full NameVisualization Toolkit
Type3D Model
Mime Typeapplication/octet-stream
FormatBinary
ToolsVTK Converters, 3D Model Voxelizer, Create VTK Animation, Text to VTK, View VTK

Description

The VTK file format is a 3D modelling and graphics format supported by the Visualization Toolkit. Created in the '90s the Visualization Toolkit provides a series of data and visual tools for advanced 3D modelling applications. Some example functions of the toolkit include polygon simplification, mesh repair and smoothing and more.

The format has evolved over the years. Starting out as a simple text-based format that could be edited within a simple text editor. Additional features have been added over the years with the most recent version of the format supporting an Xml based format.

VTK Notes

Any model converted to the VTK format will be stored in a triangulated mesh format.

Supported Features

  • Polygon mesh
  • Triangle strip-base mesh

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