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IGES → STP Convert IGES to STP Convert IGES to STP without losing precision. The exact surfaces and solids are passed straight across, so nothing is turned into triangles.
Exact surfaces kept, no triangles Volume and dimensions identical Runs on your computer: nothing is uploaded
How to convert IGES to STP Add your IGES file Drop it on the converter above or click browse. It opens in your browser, so nothing is uploaded.
Check the format is STP STP is already selected. You can switch to any other output from the menu.
Convert and download Click Convert and your STP file is ready in seconds. Download it straight away.
What is IGES? IGES is an older CAD exchange format that stores exact curves and surfaces. Many machines, CAM systems and older CAD packages still expect it.
Full name Initial Graphics Exchange Specification Type Exact CAD geometry Used in Mastercam, Rhino, SolidWorks, CATIA, older CAM software Strength Accepted by legacy CAD and CAM tools. Limits Older than STEP; solids are often stored as loose surfaces. More about IGES What is STP? STEP stores exact CAD geometry: true planes, cylinders, cones and freeform surfaces joined into solids. It is the standard way to move parts between CAD systems such as SolidWorks, Fusion 360, Inventor, CATIA and FreeCAD.
Full name ISO 10303 (Standard for the Exchange of Product Data) Type Exact CAD geometry Used in SolidWorks, Fusion 360, Inventor, CATIA, FreeCAD, Onshape Strength Exact, editable geometry that every CAD program can open. Limits Not used directly by slicers or game engines; it has to be meshed first. More about STP
Good to know Both IGES and STP store exact CAD geometry, so this is a direct translation using the OpenCascade CAD kernel. We check the converted part has the same volume as the original.
Questions Do I lose any accuracy converting IGES to STP? No. The exact geometry is translated directly; it is never turned into a mesh.
Are colours and assembly structure kept? Geometry is kept exactly. Colours and assembly names may not carry over between CAD formats.
Are my files uploaded? No. Conversion runs in your browser and your file stays on your computer.