Convert.Guru

N2K Converter

Convert N2K files online for free


Drop or upload your .N2K file

How to convert your N2K file

  1. Click Select File above, and choose your N2K file.
  2. You'll see a preview.
  3. Click the "Convert file to..." button to save your file in the format you want.


Convert N2K to another file type

The converter easily converts your N2K file to various formats—free and online. No Excel or extra software needed.

  • N2K to CSV
  • N2K to JSON
  • N2K to XML
  • N2K to YAML
  • N2K to YML
  • N2K to TOML
  • N2K to INI
  • N2K to CFG
  • N2K to CONF
  • N2K to DAT
  • N2K to DB
  • N2K to SQL

Convert a file to N2K

The converter also works in reverse, allowing you to convert your file into the N2K file type—in the best quality.

  • DBF to N2K
  • XML to N2K
  • SQLITE to N2K
  • XLSX to N2K
  • SQL to N2K
  • TSV to N2K
  • ACCDB to N2K
  • YAML to N2K
  • MDB to N2K
  • CSV to N2K
  • ODS to N2K
  • JSON to N2K

About N2K files

The N2K file format is primarily associated with the NMEA 2000 protocol, which is used in marine electronics for communication between devices. These files contain navigation data crucial for maritime operations. Despite their importance, N2K files pose several challenges due to their specialized nature, which can make conversion difficult.

Converting N2K files to more commonly used formats like CSV, TXT, or XML can be done using specific software tools such as Garmin Express or Coastal Explorer. These programs allow users to extract and manipulate data contained within N2K files. However, they often require a steep learning curve, and compatibility issues may arise when interfacing with other systems.

Important considerations during conversion include ensuring data integrity and maintaining the correct data sequence, as any loss or corruption can render navigation data unreliable. Additionally, the lack of support for N2K files in many popular software tools further complicates the conversion process.

Despite their utility, the drawbacks of using N2K files include limited compatibility and the complexity of handling them without specialized knowledge or software. This is where Convert.Guru becomes invaluable. By simply dragging and dropping your N2K files onto the Convert.Guru webpage, you can easily convert them to formats like CSV, TXT, XML, and more. This user-friendly platform ensures a safe and reliable conversion experience without the need for complex software installations.

Utilizing Convert.Guru not only simplifies the conversion process but also ensures that users can handle N2K files efficiently, making them accessible to a broader audience without sacrificing data integrity or usability.


The N2K 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 N2K converter by continuously improving quality, usability, and reliability.

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