Convert AMF to IGES - 3D File Conversion For Everyone

Convert AMF to IGES

AMF to IGES Conversion

Learn how to change AMF to IGES using our powerful converter in just a few steps:

  1. Install Autoconverter

    Download and install Autoconverter on your system. Launch the software to convert AMF files to IGES format.

  2. Import AMF File

    Click Open... to load your AMF (.amf) file, or drag and drop it into the application window.

  3. Export to IGES Format

    Use Save As... to export your file to the IGES file format (.igs, .iges).

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AMF AMF File - Additive Manufacturing File Format for 3D Printing

The Additive Manufacturing File Format (AMF) is a modern XML-based standard specifically designed for 3D printing and digital fabrication. As the official successor to STL, the AMF format enables improved print accuracy, material definition, and advanced printing capabilities for the next generation of additive manufacturing workflows.

Key Features of AMF Files

  • Multi-Material & Color Support: Enhance 3D prints with detailed color, gradient textures, and multiple materials for realistic prototypes and final products.
  • Efficient Geometry Reuse: Save space and improve speed by referencing repeated geometry instead of duplicating mesh data.
  • Compression Ready: Supports ZIP-compressed AMF files to reduce file sizes while preserving model fidelity and print quality.

Convert AMF Files to STL, OBJ, 3MF, and More

Convert AMF to STL, OBJ, DAE, 3MF, and SKP using our powerful tools: Autoconverter and Automesher Application. These solutions use the open-source Asset Import Library (Assimp) to ensure wide compatibility and robust support for 3D file formats. Whether you are prototyping or producing final parts, our AMF file converters deliver the reliability you need for modern 3D printing and CAD workflows.

IGS IGES File Format - Initial Graphics Exchange Explained

The IGES (Initial Graphics Exchange Specification) file format is widely used across CAD (Computer-Aided Design), CAM (Computer-Aided Manufacturing), and CAE (Computer-Aided Engineering) industries for transferring 3D models and complex designs between different software platforms. Developed in the 1980s and standardized by ANSI and ISO, IGES remains a crucial, legacy-neutral format for 3D data exchange, ensuring long-term interoperability.

What is an IGES (.IGS) File?

IGES files store detailed 3D CAD data using a text-based format that can represent wireframes, surfaces, and solid models. It enables seamless sharing of geometric information without dependency on proprietary software, making it ideal for collaborative projects across engineering, manufacturing, and design fields.

Key Features of the IGES/IGS Format

  • Text-Based Geometry Storage: All geometric and structural data is saved in human-readable ASCII text, allowing easy manual editing but often resulting in larger file sizes for complex designs.
  • Color Information: IGES supports color at the assembly level, preserving important visual distinctions between different components and parts in a model.
  • Transparency Limitations: Unlike newer 3D file formats, IGES does not support transparency (alpha channels), meaning that opacity settings in original designs are not retained after export.

IGES/IGS File Conversion and Processing

Autoconverter offers complete read and write support for IGES files using the Open Cascade technology stack, ensuring full compatibility with the latest IGES specifications. It processes IGES data as triangulated mesh geometry for maximum compatibility. For workflows requiring preservation of native NURBS surfaces and smooth 3D definitions, we recommend using Autoshaper, which maintains original surface accuracy throughout the conversion process.

AMF vs IGES Comparison

Property AMF IGES
Extensions .amf .igs, .iges
Name Additive Manufacturing File Initial Graphics Exchange Specification
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