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Convert Your 3D Mesh/Model BLEND Files to ASE

Our free and fast tool will convert most 3D mesh or BLEND (Blender) model files to a standard ASE (Ascii Scene Export) 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 BLEND files; up to 25 files at a time can be converted.

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

How to Convert your BLEND to ASE Online?

Here are two simple steps to convert your BLEND to ASE.

Upload a BLEND

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

Download your ASE

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

File Format Information for BLEND to ASE

ExtensionBLEND
Full NameBlender
Type3D Model
Mime Typeapplication/octet-stream
FormatBinary
ToolsBLEND Converters, 3D Model Voxelizer, Create BLEND Animation, BLEND Asset Extractor, Text to BLEND, BLEND Viewer
Open WithBlender

Description

The BLEND file type is the native 3D graphics file format of the 3D modeling application Blender. Originally released in 1994, Blender has grown over the years and is one of the most popular 3D applications available.

BLEND files store 3D content such as 3D geometry, vertices, faces, normals, animations, materials, and much more. Blender is free and open-source, contains many features you would expect in a high-end 3D editing application, and is available for most current operating systems.

BLEND Notes

If your BLEND file contains texture files and other texture-related data, these will be included in the conversion process.

Supported Features

  • Mesh geometry
  • Materials
  • Textures
ExtensionASE
Full NameAscii Scene Export
Type3D Model
Mime Typetext/plain
FormatText
ToolsASE Converters, 3D Model Voxelizer, Create ASE Animation, Text to ASE, ASE Viewer

Description

The ASE format (Ascii Scene Export) is a plain text file format used to represent a full 3D scene. The 3ds Max software is the main supporter of ASE as an export format, though there is support within other applications such as Blender for ASE files.

An ASE file will contain 3D geometry data such as vertices, faces, normals, and other data. As the data is stored in human-readable text format, the files lend themselves to being easy to parse; however, they can become quite large when used with complex 3D scenes.

Comparing BLEND and ASE Features

 

BLEND Features

  • Mesh Geometry (Vertices and Faces)
  • Vertex Normals
  • Face Normals
  • Vertex Colors
  • Face Materials (Excluding textures)
  • Textures
  • Point Cloud
  • Multiple Objects Per File
  • Object Transforms (Translation, Rotation, and Scale)
  • Bones/Joints
  • Animations
  • Suitable for 3D Printing

ASE Features

  • Mesh Geometry (Vertices and Faces)
  • Vertex Normals
  • Face Normals
  • Vertex Colors
  • Face Materials (Excluding textures)
  • Textures
  • Point Cloud
  • Multiple Objects Per File
  • Object Transforms (Translation, Rotation, and Scale)
  • Bones/Joints
  • Animations
  • Suitable for 3D Printing

How does it work?

Converting from the BLEND file format to ASE 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 BLEND file to a valid ASE 3D model. Let's start with the conversion process, which involves the following steps:

Step 1: Read the Source BLEND File

In its simplest form, an BLEND 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.

When our tool reads this 3D data, all we are interested in are the vertices, faces, and normals, as this is the only data that can be accurately converted into the final ASE file.

The BLEND file can contain other data, such as material definitions and textures, that describe how a particular set of 3D geometry should be rendered. As we are creating an ASE file, which does not support materials and textures, we will be ignoring this data if it is present in the BLEND file.

For more information regarding the BLEND file format, please see this great article that goes into a lot of detail explaining the BLEND format.

Step 2: Process File Data

With the BLEND 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 for exporting to the ASE format.

Step 3: Saving to the ASE 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 it to the ASE format.

Frequently Asked Questions

What version of Blender file is supported?

We currently support all Blender files compatible with version 4.2. We monitor and update our tool as newer versions become available.

How long does it take to convert my BLEND to ASE?

We aim to process all BLEND to ASE 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 BLEND to ASE 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 BLEND to ASE on ImageToStl.com?

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

Do I need a high-spec. computer to use the BLEND to ASE converter?

No. All our conversion tools process your BLEND file on our dedicated conversion servers, meaning you can use our tools on low-spec computers, laptops, tablets, and mobile devices and receive your converted ASE file quickly.

Can I convert my BLEND to ASE on Windows, Linux, Android, iOS or Mac OS?

Yes! Our BLEND to ASE 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 BLEND 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.

Can I get support with converting my BLEND to ASE?

Yes. When you have converted your BLEND to ASE, there is a "Feedback" option that you can use to let us know of any issues you encountered when converting your file.

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