FAQ
COB to HPG Conversion
What are COB files?
COB is a 3D graphics format associated with TrueSpace, a program initially developed by Caligari Corporation, acquired by Microsoft in the late 2000s. TrueSpace had several releases and delivered 3D rendering, modeling and animation features, with its latest edition featuring the possibility of several users to connect via broadband internet and contribute to shared 3D content in real-time. The software has been discontinued starting with 2009.
What are HPG files?
HPG is a vector image format created in a standard programming language called HPGL (Hewlett-Packard graphics language). Other extensions created in this language include PLT, HP2 and PL2. All are called "plotter files" and are created by drawing programs such as AutoCAD to be printed using a device specialized in vector graphics. An HPG file uses a line series of two-letter codes to render an image and can also include parameters.
Can reaConverter convert COB to HPG?
Yes! reaConverter instantly converts .cob to .hpg with perfect quality preservation. With its batch processing feature, you can convert multiple files at once in just a few clicks. You can even convert COB models directly from Windows Explorer using the right-click menu — fast and convenient.
What is reaConverter used for?
reaConverter is a Windows converter for 800+ formats, 3D models among them. For COB to HPG it replaces the round trip through Blender, a CAD program or an upload form: add the files, pick the output format, and the whole batch converts offline. Engineers, 3D printing shops and product teams use it to move models between CAD, printing, web and documentation formats.
Why choose offline conversion with reaConverter?
reaConverter is a software program that is used for offline files conversion. Your proprietary documents never leave your computer – essential for architects, engineers, healthcare and government contractors handling classified projects. Meets GDPR, HIPAA, CCPA, and corporate security policies by ensuring files never cross borders or third-party systems.
Can I convert COB to HPG online?
If you only need to convert a few COB files to HPG format, feel free to try our free online free online COB to HPG converter — perfect for small batches with no installation needed!
How can I turn COB files into HPG on my computer?
The best way to change COBs to HPGs on your PC is to install a quality piece of software, such as reaConverter. This software is extremely efficient in managing a wide range of batch files conversions, including conversion from COB to HPG.
How can I automate COB to HPG files conversion?
reaConverter supports all the most useful automation features such as right-click сonversion and Watch Folders for the most efficient automated files conversion in any software of this type.
Is there a way to convert COB files to HPG using the command prompt?
reaConverter provides full access to all its features via Windows command line, including a high-performance command-line cob to hpg converter for batch processing.
What else can I do with reaConverter?
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