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FLC to DAT - Online Video Converter
Convert FLC to DAT online. Private, client-side - no upload required. Batch conversion, quality presets, codec control.
Convert FLC to DAT
Drop FLC video here or click to select
FLC, FLI
DAT (MPEG-2 / MP2)
About FLC to DAT
Convert FLC to DAT. FLC extends the Animator flipbook with larger frames and deltas. DAT is the Video-CD sector dump wrapping MPEG-1 streams. Rip sector headers first; raw sector dumps may fail to open..
Why convert FLC to DAT?
- Smaller files with DAT lossy compression.
- Keep animation and transparency where supported.
- Private, no upload - runs in your browser.
FLC vs DAT
| Animation | Yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|
| Transparency | No | No |
| Compression | lossless | lossy |
| Typical use | FLC extends the Animator flipbook with larger frames and deltas. | DAT is the Video-CD sector dump wrapping MPEG-1 streams. |
When not to convert FLC to DAT
- Skip DAT for archival masters: lossy compression discards detail, so keep the FLC original.
- Keep a master copy: repeated exports stack small losses, so archive FLC before batch DAT shares.
Limits
Starting point: FLC - FLC extends the Animator flipbook with larger frames and deltas. Frame deltas can glitch on corrupt frames; verify playback. Rip sector headers first; raw sector dumps may fail to open. Encode DAT (MPEG-2 / MP2) from FLC at a bitrate near the source, and confirm the audio track before converting.
How conversion works
Conversion runs entirely in your browser with FFmpeg WASM. Files never leave your device.
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FAQ
How do I convert FLC to DAT?
Drop your FLC file onto this page, choose quality and codec settings, then click Convert. The result downloads as DAT instantly. All processing runs in your browser.
What codec is used for DAT?
The default codec for DAT is MPEG-2 / MP2. You can change the video and audio codec in Advanced mode.
How do you store my files?
We do not store any processed videos. All conversion happens entirely in your browser using FFmpeg WASM.