KAT Converter
Convert KAT files online for free
Drop or upload your .KAT file
How to convert your KAT file
- Click Select File above, and choose your KAT file.
- You'll see a preview.
- Click the "Convert file to..." button to save your file in the format you want.
Convert KAT to another file type
The converter easily converts your KAT file to various formats—free and online. No Blender or extra software needed.
- KAT to OBJ
- KAT to FBX
- KAT to DAE
- KAT to 3DS
- KAT to MAX
- KAT to BLEND
- KAT to MA
- KAT to MB
- KAT to C4D
- KAT to STL
- KAT to PLY
- KAT to WRL
Convert a file to KAT
The converter also works in reverse, allowing you to convert your file into the KAT file type—in the best quality.
- DWG to KAT
- DAE to KAT
- X3D to KAT
- IGES to KAT
- WRL to KAT
- JT to KAT
- SKP to KAT
- 3DS to KAT
- 3DM to KAT
- OBJ to KAT
- STEP to KAT
- FBX to KAT
About KAT files
KAT files are associated with the Katana software, a professional lighting and look development application used in visual effects and animation. These files are primarily used within the Katana environment to define complex lighting setups and scene compositions. However, KAT files can be challenging to handle due to their specialized nature, making conversion essential for compatibility with other software.
To convert KAT files into more universally accessible formats like .OBJ, .FBX, or .DAE, you can use dedicated 3D modeling software such as Blender or Autodesk Maya. These programs allow you to import KAT files and export them into different formats suitable for various applications.
When converting KAT files, it's crucial to consider the complexity of the data. The conversion process might encounter challenges such as loss of lighting information or scene details. This is due to the advanced features and rich data that KAT files carry, which may not fully transfer to simpler formats.
While KAT files excel in their native environment, they pose compatibility issues outside Katana, limiting their use across different platforms. This is where conversion becomes necessary, albeit with the potential for data loss.
For a hassle-free conversion of KAT files, consider using the free and easy Convert.Guru. Simply drag and drop your KAT files onto the webpage to convert them into your desired format. This ensures a smooth transition and broadens the usability of your files across multiple platforms.
The KAT Converter Story
The history of Convert.Guru began more than 25 years ago in California, when Tom Simondi published the most comprehensive database of file formats on his website. Before that, Tom had worked on Space Shuttle development at the Air Force Systems Command’s Space Division in Los Angeles. He is known as one of the top programmers of the late 1980s.
When Microsoft integrated Tom’s Filext database into Windows XP, it became the leading platform for analyzing and processing file types and formats.
Today, we use the latest technologies to analyze, process, and convert one of the world's largest collections of file formats. We are committed to developing the best KAT converter by continuously improving quality, usability, and reliability.