Pipe Fittings
Female Cross Pipe Fitting
Stark female cross for creating compact, 4-way junctions in high-pressure pipe systems. Forged 316SS, precision-machined threads. Ideal for complex manifolds and multi-instrument mounting. 24h quote!
Female Cross Pipe Fitting: High-Integrity 4-Way Connector
Create a central, multi-directional hub in your high-pressure piping systems. The Stark Female Cross is a 4-port female-threaded fitting, engineered to serve as a robust junction for combining or distributing multiple fluid streams. Machined from a single piece of forged 316/316L stainless steel, it provides superior strength and corrosion resistance, making it the ideal choice for building complex instrument manifolds, test benches, and compact distribution circuits.
✓ One-Piece Forged Body| ✓ Compact Multi-Port Design| ✓ High-Pressure Rated
🔧 Configure Your Female Cross in Seconds
Find your required fitting by selecting the thread type and size. Reducing configurations is also available.
1. Select Your Thread Type:
○ NPT (High-Pressure Process Standard)○ BSPT (R) (ISO Tapered - General Industrial)○ BSPP (G) (Parallel - Leak-Free Soft Seal)○ Metric / SAE (OEM & Hydraulic Specialty)
2. Select Your Thread Size
🔥 Most Popular Sizes (In Stock - Same Day Shipping)
1/4" NPT | 1/2" NPT | 3/4" NPT | 1" NPT |
SS-TFC-FN4 | SS-TFC-FN8 | SS-TFC-FN12 | SS-TFC-FN16 |
Part Number Format: [Material]-TFC-[Thread] (e.g., INC625-TFC-FN4)
(TFC = Female Cross)
🛠 The Engineering Advantage
- Superior Forged Integrity (Reinforced at Junctions): Unlike cast or welded crosses, our components are machined from solid, one-piece 316L forgings. Our proprietary forging process is optimized to add extra wall thickness at the critical 4-way junction, providing superior resistance to the fatigue caused by pressure surges, vibration, and thermal expansion.
- Precision-Machined Threads for a Perfect Seal: Our female NPT and BSPT tapered threads are machined to exacting ASME and ISO standards. This precision ensures deep, full thread engagement for a secure, gas-tight seal with your male-threaded pipes and fittings.
- Maximum Design Flexibility: The versatile 4-port design allows for complex flow path combinations. Use it as a central distribution hub, a collection manifold, or for mounting multiple instruments at a single point in your system.
- Guaranteed Material Integrity: Every Stark pipe fitting comes with full material traceability. We provide a Material Test Report (MTR) to EN 10204 3.1 and PMI verification as standard, giving you absolute confidence in the chemical composition and mechanical properties of the material you are installing.
📈 Technical Specifications
Feature | Stark Standard Specification |
Body Material | Forged 316/316L Stainless Steel |
Thread Types | NPT, BSPT (R), BSPP (G), Metric / SAE |
Pressure Rating | Up to 10,000 PSI (689 bar), varies by size |
Compliance | MTR to EN 10204 3.1 & PMI Verified |
Configurations | Straight (All ports same size) and Reducing |
🎯 Why Choose a Stark Female Cross? A Head-to-Head Comparison
Feature | Using Multiple Tee Fittings | Using One Stark Forged Female Cross |
Space Requirement | ❌ Large, complex footprint | ✅ Extremely Compact, Single-Point Design |
Potential Leak Paths | ⚠️ High (multiple components & connections) | ✅ Low (Single component) |
Installation Time | ❌ High (Requires multiple fittings) | ✅ Low (Single component installation) |
Structural Strength | ⚠️ Lower (multiple stress points) | ✅ Superior (Monolithic Forged Body) |
📌 Targeted Application Support
- Distribution Manifolds: The ideal central hub for distributing a single fluid source to three separate lines.
- Instrument Clusters: Mount up to four gauges, sensors, or switches at a single point in a process line for comprehensive monitoring.
- Test Benches: Provide versatile connection points for test equipment and multiple devices under test.
- Hydraulic & Pneumatic Circuits: Simplifies the layout of complex circuits by providing a central junction point.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: What is the main advantage of using a female cross?
Its main advantage is system simplification and space-saving. A single female cross can replace up to three separate tee fittings, significantly reducing the number of components, installation time, and potential leak paths in a complex 4-way junction.
Q2: Do I need to use thread sealant on the connections?
Yes. You will need to apply a high-quality thread sealant to the male threads of the pipes or fittings that you are installing into the female cross to ensure a leak-free seal.
Q3: Can I use this cross to connect different sizes?
Our standard Female Cross has all four ports of the same size. However, we offer Reducing Female Crosses (e.g., with smaller side ports) as a custom solution. Please contact our engineering team with your requirements.
Q4: How does the forged body improve the reliability of a cross-fitting?
A cross is a very high-stress point. A one-piece forged body provides a continuous grain structure, making it significantly stronger and more resistant to the pressure and vibration that can cause welded or cast crosses to fail at the junction.
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💬 Still Have Questions?
Our engineering team is ready to assist with technical selection, system design, or material recommendations.
🔒 Disclaimer
Swagelok® and Parker® are registered trademarks of their respective holders. Stark is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by these companies. Part numbers and brand names are provided for cross-reference and compatibility purposes only.