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Supports 3MF files up to 50MB
3MF (3D Manufacturing Format) is a modern file format developed by the 3MF Consortium specifically for additive manufacturing and 3D printing. It's designed to address limitations in older formats like STL.
A 3MF file contains several key elements:
3MF files are packaged in a compressed ZIP container format, making them efficient for storage and sharing while maintaining all necessary information in a single file.
The format was developed as an industry standard to streamline the 3D printing workflow and ensure consistent results across different applications and hardware.
The 3MF format was introduced in 2015 as a collaboration between major technology companies including Microsoft, HP, GE, Autodesk, and others to create a modern 3D printing file format.
Unlike older formats like STL which only describe surface geometry, 3MF can store complete model information including colors, materials, textures, and print settings all in one file.
3MF uses an efficient XML-based data structure inside a compressed container, similar to how modern document formats like DOCX work.
The format is now managed by the 3MF Consortium, an industry group dedicated to developing and promoting the standard to ensure compatibility across 3D printing platforms.
Major 3D design software and slicers now support 3MF natively, making it increasingly popular in professional 3D printing workflows.
What makes 3MF technically superior is its comprehensive approach to 3D printing data. While an STL file only contains triangle mesh data, 3MF includes everything needed for a successful print.
The format uses an efficient compressed ZIP container with XML content inside, making it both compact and human-readable when extracted.
3MF can accurately represent complex models with multiple materials, colors assigned to specific parts, texture mapping, and even metadata about the model's origins and intended use.
Perhaps most importantly for 3D printing, it can store print settings like layer height, infill patterns, and support structures directly in the file, ensuring consistent results across different printers.
The format also handles common 3D printing issues better than legacy formats, such as representing watertight models and properly handling units of measurement to ensure dimensional accuracy.
Our 3MF Viewer allows you to upload and view 3D models in 3MF format directly in your browser. You can rotate, zoom, and inspect models from all angles without needing specialized software.
3MF (3D Manufacturing Format) is a modern 3D file format designed specifically for additive manufacturing (3D printing). It stores complete information about the 3D model including geometry, materials, colors, and print settings in a single, compact file.
Simply upload your 3MF file using the upload button, and the 3D model will appear in the viewer. You can then use your mouse to rotate the model, scroll to zoom in/out, and right-click and drag to pan the view.
The viewer supports 3MF files up to 50MB in size. Larger files may take longer to load depending on your internet connection speed.
Yes, your 3D models are processed entirely in your browser. We never upload or store your models on our servers, ensuring complete privacy and security of your intellectual property.
The 3MF Viewer is designed for viewing only. It doesn't currently support exporting to other formats or downloading modified versions of the models.
The 3MF Viewer works best on modern browsers like Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and Safari. Make sure your browser is updated to the latest version for optimal performance.
3MF is a modern format that includes all necessary information for 3D printing in one file. Unlike older formats like STL, 3MF can store color, material, texture, and print settings information, making it more comprehensive for additive manufacturing workflows.