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Convert PLY to IFC

PLY to IFC Conversion

Transform PLY into IFC in minutes with our step-by-step instructions:

  1. Download & Install:

    Convert your PLY files to IFC format seamlessly using Autoconverter or Autoshaper - simply install and launch the software on your system.

  2. Import PLY File:

    Either click Open... to browse for your .ply file, or drag and drop it anywhere in the application window.

  3. Export to IFC Format:

    Use Save As... to specify both location and filename (with .ifc extension) for your exported file.

Want to master PLY to IFC conversion? These comprehensive guides teach you professional PLY files conversion:

PLY Polygon File

A a simple and flexible file format to store 3D mesh data. It supports vertices, faces (triangles/polygons), colors, normals, and custom properties. PLY is also known as the Stanford Triangle Format as it was developed at Stanford University in the early 1990s. It still remains a popular choice for storing 3D geometry.

Key Features of PLY

  • Flexible Structure:

    Supports vertices, faces (triangles/polygons), edges, and custom data.

  • Properties:

    Can store RGB colors, normals, texture coordinates, transparency, and user-defined attributes.

  • ASCII & Binary Formats:

    PLY files can be saved in ASCII (readable) or binary (compact) form.

PLY File Conversion

Autoconverter is the best tool for converting PLY files because it handles all major 3D formats (STL, OBJ, FBX, STEP, etc.) while preserving colors, textures, and mesh accuracy. It offers fast batch conversions, an easy drag-and-drop interface, and works seamlessly across CAD, 3D scanning, and game development workflows. Try Autoconverter today - simplify your 3D workflow with flawless PLY conversions!

IFC Industrial Foundation Classes File

It is an open, ISO-certified standard (ISO 16739) specifically designed for the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry. As a vendor-neutral format, IFC enables seamless data exchange and interoperability between different software applications, eliminating proprietary barriers in collaborative projects.

IFC Format Capabilities

The IFC format can store comprehensive project data for AEC workflows, including but not limited to:

  • Geometry:

    The IFC standard captures detailed 3D representations through multiple entity types including solids, surfaces, curves, and point clouds.

  • Units:

    Each model component specifies its measurement system (meters, inches, degrees, or radians) for precise interpretation.

  • Materials:

    IFC's material system controls visual properties through RGBA values (0-1 range) for accurate color and transparency settings.

  • Instances:

    Through IFC's mapping system, identical geometries can be referenced multiple times, optimizing storage and performance.

  • Structure:

    IFC organizes projects hierarchically using named components with unique identifiers, enabling complex project management.

  • BIM:

    As a BIM-native (Building Information Modeling) format, IFC stores building information like properties, constraints, and relationships alongside geometry.

IFC File Conversion

Autoconverter and Automesher Application support IFC format, allowing you to import and export IFC models seamlessly. You can edit custom properties of IFC geometries and convert them to various 3D file formats. However please note that some IFC-specific features might not be fully supported in other formats and could be lost during conversion.

PLY vs. IFC Comparison

Property PLY IFC
Extensions .ply .ifc
Name Stanford Polygon Industry Foundation Classes
Versions
  • Min: IFC2x3
  • Max: IFC4x3 ADD2
Textures
Colors
Geometry components
Readers
Writers