.SAT File Extension

Standard ACIS Text

A SAT file stores three-dimensional geometry information in a standard text file format. SAT files are used to exchange 3D data across programs. SAT file extension stands for Standard ACIS Text. A SAT...

General Information

Title SAT File Extension
Extension .sat
Full Form Standard ACIS Text
File Type 3D Model File
Developer Spatial Corp
MIME Type application/sat

File Function

Primary Function Store 3D geometry
Additional Functions Exchange 3D data
Features ASCII text, NURBS representation

File Characteristics

Quality High precision
Supports Layers Yes
Supports Transparency No
Editable Yes

Use Cases

Engineering Yes
Architecture Yes
Manufacturing Yes
3D Printing Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks File corruption
Best Practices Version control, regular backups

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release 1989
Latest ACIS Version R31 (2022)

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .step, .iges, .dwg, .dxf

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
Autodesk AutoCAD Paid Windows, Mac
Dassault Systemes SolidWorks Paid Windows
Siemens NX Paid Windows, Linux, Mac