Convert Your 3D Mesh/Model BLEND Files to DAE

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Our free and fast tool will convert most 3D mesh or BLEND (Blender) model files to a standard DAE (COLLADA - Collaborative Design Activity) file that can then be edited further in most popular 3D editing packages such as Blender or 3D printed without any further processing.

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 DAE file and will ready for download shortly afterwards. For more information about the BLEND to DAE conversion process see the conversion information section below for more information.

Upload a BLEND

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

Download your DAE

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

What version of Blender file is supported?

We currently support all Blender files compatible with version 3.2. We monitor and update our tool as newer versions become available.

How can I convert my BLEND file to DAE?

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

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

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

Yes, of course! We do not store the BLEND file you submit to us. The resulting DAE file, once created is deleted 1 hour after upload and the download link will expire after this time.

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

Yes! Our BLEND to DAE 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.

File format information for BLEND to DAE

Extension	BLEND
Full Name	Blender
Type	3D Model
Mime Type	application/octet-stream
Format	Binary

Description

The BLEND file type is the native 3D graphics file format of the 3D modelling 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 and contains many features you would expect in a high-end 3D editing application and is available for most current operating systems.

BLEND Notes

When converting from BLEND files our tool will convert all 3D geometry and color material information where possible.

Supported Features

Mesh geometry
Mesh colors

Extension	DAE
Full Name	COLLADA - Collaborative Design Activity
Type	3D Model
Mime Type	text/xml
Format	Text
Open With	Blender, MeshLab

Description

The DAE format (also known as COLLADA) is a 3D file format used to describe 3D models, meshes and 3D worlds using a simple text based structure. The format was introduced in 2004 by Sony Computer Entertainment and is currently managed by the Khronos Group.

DAE files are a text/Xml based file format containing 3D geometric information used to describe 3D objects and meshes such as vertices, faces, animations, materials, camera/lighting elements and other related metadata. The format has widespread usage and support with applications such as Blender and MeshLab being able to read and write to the format.

DAE Notes

DAE files support material and color information. If your uploaded model contains color information our tool will attempt to save this in the DAE file at the end of the conversion process. Texture information is not supported at this time.