ASE to IGES Conversion
With just a few clicks, you can convert ASE to IGES using our user-friendly tool:
Install Autoconverter
Download and install Autoconverter on your system. Launch the software to convert ASE files to IGES format.
Import ASE File
Click Open... to load your ASE file (.ase, .ask), or drag and drop it into the application window.
Export to IGES Format
Use Save As... to export your file to the IGES file format (.igs, .iges).
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Autodesk Scene Export File
Developed by Autodesk for 3D Studio, the ASCII based ASE format stores comprehensive 3D scene data, including polygonal meshes, material definitions, animation keys, and lighting parameters. As a human-readable text format, it enables manual editing while maintaining compatibility with legacy 3D workflows.
Key Features of ASE
- Material Data Storage: ASE files store material information including colors, textures, and shaders used in 3D scenes.
- Hierarchical Scene Structure: ASE supports parent-child relationships between objects for organizing complex 3D scenes.
- Transform and Pivot Data: Object transformations like position, rotation, scale, and pivot points are stored.
- No Binary Compression: Being text-based, ASE files do not include any binary compression, which makes them larger in size.
ASE File Conversion
Autoconverter and Automesher Application leverage the cross-platform open asset import library to seamlessly read, import, and convert ASE files into a variety of 3D formats—including OFF, PLY, 3DM, and SKP - while preserving critical data such as textures, colors, and UV coordinates. This ensures accurate transitions from legacy 3D Studio scenes to modern workflows without losing essential visual or structural details. Transform legacy ASE files into modern FBX/USD formats with our professional ASE converters today!
Initial Graphics Exchange File
A file format widely used in the fields of CAD (Computer-Aided Design), CAM (Computer-Aided Manufacturing), and CAE (Computer-Aided Engineering), as it enables to transfer of 3D models and designs across different platforms and applications. Developed in the 1980s and standardized by ANSI and ISO, IGES remains a foundational yet legacy-neutral format for 3D data exchange.
Key Features of IGES/IGS
- Text-Based Geometry Storage: The IGES format stores all geometric data in human-readable text, enabling easy editing but potentially creating large files when exporting complex models with dense meshes.
- Color Representation: IGES maintains color information at the assembly level, preserving visual clarity in multi-component designs.
- Transparency Limitations: Unlike modern formats, IGES lacks alpha channel support, meaning transparency settings from original 3D designs won't carry through in exported files.
IGES/IGS File Conversion
Autoconverter provides full read/write capabilities for IGES files through the Open Cascade framework, ensuring compatibility with the latest specifications. The application works exclusively with triangulated mesh geometry when processing IGES files. For projects requiring native NURBS surface preservation, we recommend using Autoshaper, which maintains the original smooth surface definitions throughout conversion.
ASE vs IGES Comparison
| Property | ASE | IGES |
|---|---|---|
| Extensions | .ase, .ask | .igs, .iges |
| Name | Adobe Swatch Exchange | Initial Graphics Exchange Specification |
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