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Free Online JPEG to STL Converter

Welcome to our JPEG to STL image to 3D model file converter that will take your JPEG image file and convert it into a full 3D model that you can then download in the STL format using either a heightmap or extrusion process. Our tool supports up to 20, JPEG to STL conversions at one time, allowing you to batch convert your files quickly.

Drag and drop your files here to upload or click the button above.
A maximum of 20 files can be converted at once.

Please note: Your JPEG file file, when uploaded to our server, will be deleted 15 minutes after upload. Please download your converted JPEG file file before this time.

Our JPEG to STL converter offers several options when converting your JPEG image files; these options are accessed by clicking the button next to your file once selected. Some of the options available include the choice of mode, which can be either heightmap or extrude (with color as an additional option), the dimensions, smoothing options, and more.

File information for JPEG and STL

Full NameJoint Photographic Experts Group
ExtensionJPEG
TypeImage
Mime Typeimage/jpeg
FormatBinary

A JPEG file is a flat, two-dimensional image file format created for the purpose of storing photographic images in a highly efficient digital format. JPEG files are widely used and supported by all image editing applications and can be opened on most devices with no additional image viewing software.

For many years, image file formats consumed large amounts of storage space while not offering 16.7 million full-color capabilities. JPEG aimed to solve this by offering a full-color solution combined with lossy compression techniques to allow high-resolution photographs to be stored using very little storage space and bandwidth.

Uses

The JPEG format is ideally suited to storing full-color photographic images. Due to the lossy compression it employs, it is not suitable for storing high-fidelity items such as logos and any image that contains transparency.

Full NameStandard Triangle Language
ExtensionSTL
Type3D Model
Mime Typeapplication/vnd.ms-pki.stl
FormatText

The STL file format is used for storing 3D models and is a common format for distributing 3D printable models. STL files emerged in the 1980s as a format for storing a 3D mesh as a simple list of triangles. Due to its age and simplistic format, it has gained widespread support within 3D modeling and CAD applications.

As a result of the simple file format and its widespread support amongst 3D editors, the STL format has found itself as the format of choice for the distribution of 3D printable objects. There are many websites that offer 3D printing downloads in the STL format.

Mesh Geometry

As mentioned, STL files make use of a simple structure for containing the 3D mesh data. The 3D model is stored as a continuous list of triangles, with each triangle containing three vertices specifying the location in 3D space of the triangle, which, along with a single vector normal, is all that is required to render the model contained within the STL file. There are two formats of STL files: plain text and binary. When used with large and complex 3D models, the text format leads to very large file sizes and should be avoided, with the binary format offering more efficient storage of the mesh data.

How to Convert your JPEG to STL?

Here are two steps to convert your JPEG to STL using our free JPEG converter tool.

Upload your JPEG file

Click the "Select File" button, and then select the JPEG file to upload. The maximum file size is 100MB.

Download your STL

Click the download link to receive your STL file.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I convert my JPEG to STL?

First, click the "Select File" button and choose your JPEG file. We will upload and convert your JPEG file. Once the conversion from JPEG to STL completes, use the provided link to download your STL file.

How long does it take to convert my JPEG file to STL?

We aim to process all JPEG to STL file conversions as soon as possible; this should take around 5 seconds; however, this may be longer for larger files.

How is my JPEG image turned into a 3D model?

Our tool uses a heightmap process in which the STL model is created based on the color and brightness of the individual pixels in your JPEG image.

Is there a size limit for uploaded image files?

Yes, our conversion tool has a limit of 600x600 pixels for the JPEG image and will resize any file that is larger than this.

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