For archival: Keep original BIN/CUE + create a .chd (compressed, lossless) for emulation.
bchunk disc.bin disc.cue output
To convert multiple .bin tracks into a single, unified file (commonly referred to as a "repack"), the process typically involves two stages: merging the multiple tracks into one consolidated .bin image, and then converting that image into an .iso or other single-file format. how to convert multiple bin files to one iso repack
Linux example with bchunk (BIN/CUE → ISO + WAV for audio tracks): For archival: Keep original BIN/CUE + create a
The .iso format standard (ISO 9660) does not natively support multiple tracks or CD-DA (audio) tracks. If your .bin files contain CD audio (common in PlayStation 1 games), converting to a single .iso will result in the loss of the audio. For such cases, preserving the .bin/.cue structure or converting to .chd (MAME Compressed Hunks of Data) is recommended over .iso . This guide focuses on data-only discs or the merge process. If your
Watch these video guides for a visual walkthrough of the conversion process across different tools: