Windows
Compatible applications
Quick Facts
Basic information about this file format
Extension
.SAT
File Type
ACIS Solid Model
Category
Data
Best first step
Use compatible software
Quick Summary
A practical overview of the .sat file format
The .SAT file extension is associated with ACIS solid models. ACIS is a geometric modeling kernel developed by Spatial Corporation (now part of Dassault Systèmes). SAT files store 3D solid model data in a text-based format, representing the geometry and topology of the model. This includes informa…
File extension
.SAT
File type
ACIS Solid Model
Category
Data
Recommended action
Open with a trusted compatible app
How to open a .sat file
Start with a trusted app that supports this format
- Check the file extension carefully and confirm that the file name really ends with .sat.
- Use software that supports this file type. If one app does not work, try another compatible program for the same platform.
- Update the application if the file was created by a newer version of the software.
- Scan files from unknown sources before opening them, especially documents, archives, scripts, installers, and executable files.
What is a .sat file?
File extension details and usage information
The .SAT file extension is associated with ACIS solid models. ACIS is a geometric modeling kernel developed by Spatial Corporation (now part of Dassault Systèmes). SAT files store 3D solid model data in a text-based format, representing the geometry and topology of the model. This includes information about surfaces, curves, edges, vertices, and their relationships. The format is widely used for exchanging 3D model data between different CAD (Computer-Aided Design) systems. Because it's a text-based format, SAT files are generally larger than binary formats, but they are more portable and easier to parse. The ACIS kernel is used in many popular CAD software packages, making SAT a common interchange format. The SAT format allows for the transfer of precise geometric data, ensuring that the model's integrity is maintained during the exchange process. It's a crucial component in collaborative design workflows where different teams or organizations use different CAD systems.
Software Compatibility
Programs that may open or work with .sat files
macOS
Compatible applications
Linux
Compatible applications
Mobile
Mobile applications
No specific software is listed for this platform yet. Try checking the file source, identifying the original application, or using a trusted universal file viewer when appropriate.
Can .sat files be converted?
Options for saving or exporting this file to another format
In many cases, a .sat file can be converted by opening it in compatible software and using an option such as Save As, Export, or Convert. The available output formats depend on the file type and the application used.
- Use the original software that created the file when possible.
- Check whether the application supports exporting to common formats.
- Be careful with online converters when working with private, business, or sensitive files.
- If conversion fails, the file may be corrupted, incomplete, encrypted, or not actually a .sat file.
Why can't I open a .sat file?
Common reasons this file type may not open correctly
Wrong software
The file may require a specific program that supports the .sat format.
Incorrect extension
The file extension may have been renamed manually, even though the actual file format is different.
Corrupted file
The file may be incomplete, damaged during download, or transferred incorrectly.
Outdated app
Your software may need to be updated before it can open newer versions of this file format.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about .sat files
To open a .sat file, use software that supports this file format.
- AutoCAD
- SolidWorks
- CATIA
- Inventor
- IronCAD
Open the file in compatible software and look for options such as Save As, Export, or Convert. If no export option is available, the file may require a specialized converter or the original application that created it.
- Verify that the file extension is correct.
- Install or update compatible software.
- Try another application that supports this format.
- Check whether the file is corrupted, incomplete, or encrypted.
A file extension alone does not guarantee whether a file is safe or unsafe. Only open files from trusted sources, scan unknown files before opening them, and be especially careful with executable, script, archive, and document files.
File safety tips
Use caution with unknown files
Only open files from trusted sources. Before opening a .sat file, scan it with antivirus software, verify that the file extension is expected, and avoid running unknown executable, installer, macro-enabled document, or script files.