RAW to 3DS Conversion
Our easy-to-follow tutorial will help you convert RAW to 3DS in no time:
Install Autoconverter
Download and install Autoconverter on your system. Launch the software to convert RAW files to 3DS format.
Import RAW File
Click Open... to load your RAW (.raw) file, or drag and drop it into the application window.
Export to 3DS Format
Use Save As... to export your file to the 3DS mesh file format (.3ds).
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POV-Ray Triangles File
A minimalist ASCII format that stores 3D geometry as plain lists of triangle vertices (X,Y,Z coordinates), without material, color, or topological data. Designed for simplicity, RAW files represent models through raw triangle meshes - ideal for computational workflows where only vertex positions matter - but lack the support for textures or hierarchies.
Key Features of RAW
- File Simplicity: Plain text human-readable format with no headers or metadata.
- Data Content: Stores only vertex coordinates (X Y Z per line).
- Geometry Type: Exclusively represents triangle mesh vertices.
- Small Size: Minimal file overhead due to bare-bones structure.
RAW File Conversion
Automesher Application and Autoconverter software are capable of reading and importing RAW files through the use of the Open Asset Import Library, enabling seamless conversion of triangle-based RAW files into a variety of other formats such as STL, OBJ, DAE, SKP, STEP, and more. Try our reliable RAW converters to export your RAW files into modern formats today!
3D Studio (3DS) File Format
The 3DS file format is a classic, widely-used standard for storing 3D polygonal mesh models, originally developed for Autodesk's 3D Studio. Known for its simple structure and broad compatibility, 3DS remains popular in gaming, architectural visualization, lighting design, and real-time 3D applications.
Key Features of the 3DS Format
- Broad Software Support: 3DS files are compatible with leading 3D applications like DIALux, Blender, Cinema 4D, and Unity, making it a reliable format for cross-platform 3D model exchange.
- Efficient Data Storage: Supports hierarchical object structures, reusable geometry instances, material properties (colors, transparency, texture maps), and basic animation data.
- Format Constraints: Due to its DOS-era origins, 3DS limits mesh names to 8 characters and restricts each mesh object to a maximum of 32,767 triangles. It does not support modern rendering features such as PBR materials or NURBS.
Convert 3DS Files Easily
Our Autoconverter and Automesher Application optimize the conversion of 3DS files by automatically partitioning large meshes to comply with format limitations. Easily import, export, and adapt 3DS models for legacy workflows, lighting simulations, or cross-platform sharing, while preserving maximum model fidelity.
RAW vs 3DS Comparison
| Property | RAW | 3DS |
|---|---|---|
| Extensions | .raw | .3ds |
| Name | POV-Ray Triangles | 3D-Studio File Format |
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