Grooved Crosses
A grooved cross tee is a four-ended ductile iron fitting that takes two opposite branches from the main line at the same point. Each of the four ends is joined with a coupling.
Using one piece instead of two tees shortens the assembly where sprinkler mains branch to both sides and on headers. The store range covers sizes from 2½” (76.1 mm) to 8″.
Main Applications
- Branches to both sides of a sprinkler main
- Opposite outlets on pump headers
- Ring main crossing points
- Compact distribution rooms
Technical Data
| Type | Cross tee (4 ends, equal size) |
|---|---|
| Connection | Grooved; each end with a coupling |
| Size | 2½” (76.1 mm), 3″, 4″, 6″, 8″ (product range) |
| Body | Ductile iron GGG 40.3 (manufacturer data) |
| Gasket | None on the body; coupling gasket is used |
| Finish | Painted (by model) |
| Couplings needed | 4 per cross tee |
| Working pressure | Per the coupling and pipe used |
Material Options
| Part | Cross tee |
|---|---|
| Body | Ductile iron GGG 40.3 |
| Ends | Grooves on four ends |
| Sealing | EPDM gaskets of the couplings |
| Finish | Painted (by model) |
Which material? Some cross tee sizes in the store are also listed with threaded ends; we confirm with you whether the ends are grooved or threaded before ordering.
Advantages
Short Assembly Length
- One piece does the job of two tees
Fewer Joints
- No spool pipe or coupling in between
Symmetrical Distribution
- Two equal opposite outlets
Weld-Free
- Four ends joined with couplings
Construction and Design Features
- One-piece cast cross body
- Coupling grooves on four ends
- Central chamber opening in four directions
- Symmetrical end lengths for coupling assembly
State the size and end type; we will quote the cross tee together with the couplings required.
How to Choose?
- Select the sizeMain and outlets must be the same size.
- Confirm the end typeClarify grooved or threaded ends.
- Count the couplingsAllow four couplings per cross tee.
- Consider the alternativeFor different outlet sizes use two tees plus reducers.
Complementary Products
Why ORFA?
Other Grooved Pipe Fittings
Threaded Mechanical Tees
Threaded mechanical tees are used to take a threaded branch off a pipeline without welding.
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Reducing Couplings
Reducing couplings join two grooved pipes of different sizes.
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U-Bolt Mechanical Tees
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Grooved 45° Elbows
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Grooved 90° Elbows
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Grooved Flexible Couplings
Grooved flexible couplings join grooved pipes while allowing some angular movement and vibration.
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Grooved Equal Tees
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Grooved Flanges
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Grooved Flange Adaptors
Grooved flange adaptors move a grooved pipeline to a flanged connection.
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Grooved Caps
Grooved caps close the end of a grooved pipe and are joined with a coupling.
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Grooved Concentric Reducers
Grooved concentric reducers change pipe size on grooved lines along the same centre line.
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Grooved x Threaded Concentric Reducers
Grooved x threaded concentric reducers have one grooved end and one threaded end and change pipe size.
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Grooved Mechanical Tees
Grooved mechanical tees give a grooved branch through a hole cut in the pipe, without welding.
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Grooved Rigid Couplings
Grooved rigid couplings join grooved pipes with a fixed, solid connection.
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