Brass Crosses
A brass cross is a brass fitting with four female-threaded ends that joins four pipes at a single point on a water or air line.
It is used in in-house distribution nodes, small manifolds and connections where measuring points are grouped. The store stocks 1/2″, 3/4″ and 1″ sizes.
Main Applications
- In-house water distribution nodes
- Building small manifolds
- Grouping gauge, thermometer and air vent points
- Irrigation distribution points
- Compressed air distribution
- Test rigs
Technical Data
| Fitting type | Four-way cross, four female-threaded ends |
|---|---|
| Thread | ISO 228-1 G parallel female thread (depending on model) |
| Sizes | 1/2″, 3/4″, 1″ (product range) |
| Material | Brass CW617N (similar manufacturer sheet; depending on model) |
| Nominal pressure | PN16 (similar manufacturer sheet) |
| Max. working temperature | 160 °C (similar manufacturer sheet) |
| Surface | Natural brass |
| Other sizes | Please ask |
| Spare end | Closed with a brass plug |
| Three-way alternative | With a brass tee |
| Installation | With thread sealing tape, hemp or sealant |
| Media | Water, heating water, compressed air |
Material Options
| Part | Brass | Nickel-plated brass | Stainless (AISI 304) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Body | Brass CW617N (depending on model) | Brass body, nickel plated (depending on model) | AISI 304 stainless steel |
| Surface | Natural brass | Nickel plating | Uncoated stainless |
| Thread | ISO 228-1 G female thread (depending on model) | Depending on model | ISO 7-1 |
| Pressure rating | PN16, max. 160 °C (similar manufacturer sheet) | Depending on model | 20 bar −20…+38 °C (ISO 4144) |
| Suitable media | Domestic water, heating water, compressed air | Visible fixture connections | Food, chemicals, seawater |
Which material? A brass cross is sufficient for small-bore water distribution nodes; on stainless or galvanized lines a cross of the same material is chosen.
Advantages
Four Directions in One Body
- One piece instead of two tees and a nipple
Compact Node
- Distribution in tight spaces
Flexible Use
- A spare end can be plugged and opened later
No Rust
- Brass body
Construction and Design Features
- Four female-threaded ends on two perpendicular axes
- Common flow chamber at the centre
- Forged brass body (depending on model)
- Installation without welding
Send the cross size and quantity; we will also prepare brass plugs for spare ends.
How to Choose?
- Determine the number of connectionsUse a cross for four directions and a tee for three.
- Measure the sizeAll four ends are the same size; add reducers for other sizes.
- Plan spare endsClose unused ends with plugs.
- Ask about stockAsk for the lead time of sizes above 1″.
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