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Free Online SKP to STL Converter

Here is our free to use SKP to STL 3D model converter tool that will take your SKP file and convert it to the STL format ready for loading into your favourite 3D modeling package. Our 3D model converter supports batch processing of your files and can convert up to 20 SKP files at one time.

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

The SKP to STL model conversion tool will analyse your SKP file and convert its 3D mesh data including vertices, surfaces and where applicable vector normals and texture coordinates to the STL format whilst maintaining the structural accuracy of your original SKP 3D model file.

File information for SKP and STL

Full NameSketchUp
ExtensionSKP
Type3D Model
Mime Typeapplication/octet-stream
FormatBinary

A SKP file is the native file format used by the SketchUp 3D modeling application. The SketchUp application started out in 2000 and has been maintained with newer versions featuring improved features ever since.

Other than SketchUp itself, support for opening SKP files within other 3D model editors is limited. There is a C++ API to help developers integrate the format into their own code and build extensions for SketchUp.

Mesh Geometry

The SketchUp SKP format supports mesh geometry composed of vertices and faces. There is also support for texture coordinates and other advanced 3D content.

SKP Converter Capabilities

As materials containing color information is supported by the SKP format, our tool will do its best to include this in the converted file.

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.

STL Converter Capabilities

As materials containing color information is supported by the SKP and STL formats, our tool will do its best to include this in the converted STL file.

How to Convert your SKP to STL?

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

Upload your SKP file

Click the "Select File" button, and then select the SKP 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 SKP to STL?

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

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

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

Is the SKP format suitable for 3D printing?

No. Most 3D printing slicer software will not support the SKP format. It is recommended to convert your SKP file to the STL format if you wish to 3D print it.

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