Midland Industries
Midland Bronze Cross Fitting
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Description
Midland Bronze Cross Fitting
Midland Bronze Cross Fittings provide a durable four-way threaded connection for plumbing, water distribution, commercial, and industrial piping systems.
Manufactured from cast bronze, these fittings feature female NPT threaded connections on all four outlets, allowing compatible male-threaded pipe, nipples, valves, or fittings to branch in multiple directions from a single compact fitting.
Product Highlights
- Cast bronze cross fitting
- Four female NPT threaded connections
- Four-way branching configuration
- Precision-machined threads
- Excellent corrosion resistance
- High-strength bronze construction
- Compact design for multi-directional piping layouts
- Suitable for potable water, plumbing, and industrial systems
- Available in multiple nominal pipe sizes
- Manufactured by Midland Industries
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Threaded Cross Fitting |
|---|---|
| Brand | Midland |
| Material | Cast Bronze |
| Connection Type | Female NPT x Female NPT x Female NPT x Female NPT |
| Thread Type | NPT |
| Configuration | Four-Way Cross |
| Primary Function | Creating Four-Way Branch Connections in Threaded Piping Systems |
| Available Sizes | Multiple Nominal Pipe Sizes |
| Typical Applications | Potable Water, Plumbing, Water Distribution, Commercial, and Industrial Piping Systems |
Cross Configuration
Inlet / Outlet
One female NPT port connects to a compatible male-threaded pipe, nipple, valve, fitting, or other piping component.
Branch Port
A second female NPT connection provides a 90-degree branch from the main flow path.
Opposing Port
The opposite connection continues the piping run through the center of the fitting.
Second Branch
The fourth female NPT connection provides an additional branch in the opposite direction.
Construction Details
Midland Bronze Cross Fittings are manufactured from high-quality cast bronze to provide dependable mechanical strength, corrosion resistance, and long service life in compatible piping systems.
All four female NPT connections are precision machined for consistent engagement with compatible male-threaded components.
The compact cross configuration allows four-directional branching from a single fitting while helping reduce the number of separate tees, couplings, or adapters required in certain piping layouts.
Why Choose a Bronze Cross?
Four-Way Branching
- Provides four threaded connection points
- Creates opposing branch outlets
- Useful for distribution layouts
- Compact alternative to multiple fittings
- Suitable for complex piping assemblies
Bronze Construction
- Excellent corrosion resistance
- Dependable mechanical strength
- Suitable for compatible water systems
- Useful in commercial and industrial environments
- Designed for long-term service
Four Female NPT Connections
Compatible Components
Each female NPT opening accepts a compatible male-threaded pipe, nipple, fitting, valve, or equipment connection of the matching nominal size.
Thread Sealing
Use an appropriate pipe-thread sealant or PTFE tape on each NPT connection according to the system media, pressure, temperature, and installation requirements.
Typical Applications
Plumbing & Water Systems
- Potable water piping
- Water distribution systems
- Residential plumbing
- Commercial plumbing
- Multi-directional branch connections
Commercial & Industrial
- Industrial piping systems
- Mechanical piping layouts
- Valve assemblies
- Equipment connections
- General fluid distribution systems
Size Selection
Midland Bronze Cross Fittings are available in multiple nominal pipe sizes.
Confirm the required nominal size and verify that all mating components use compatible male NPT threads before ordering.
Our pipe and fitting specialists can help review your nominal pipe size, NPT compatibility, system media, pressure, temperature, and branch layout before you order.
Email the GetPipe.com Team Visit Quick SupportFrequently Asked Questions
What is a bronze cross fitting used for?
It is used to create a four-way branch connection in a threaded piping system.
What material is this fitting made from?
It is manufactured from cast bronze.
How many threaded connections does it have?
It has four female NPT threaded connections.
What connects to the four ports?
Compatible male-threaded pipe, nipples, fittings, valves, or other piping components can connect to each port.
Are all four ports typically the same size?
The supplied product information identifies standard bronze cross fittings available in multiple pipe sizes. Verify the exact selected configuration before ordering.
Why use a cross instead of multiple tees?
A cross can provide four-directional branching from one compact fitting, which may simplify certain piping layouts.
Should thread sealant be used?
Use an appropriate thread sealant or PTFE tape on each NPT threaded connection according to the application requirements.
Can this fitting be used in potable water systems?
The supplied product information identifies potable water applications. Confirm that the specific selected fitting meets the requirements of your installation.
Are multiple sizes available?
Yes. The supplied product information identifies multiple nominal pipe sizes.
What should I verify before ordering?
Confirm nominal pipe size, thread compatibility, pressure requirements, temperature, system media, and the required four-way piping layout.
Important Ordering & Installation Notes
- This listing is for Midland Bronze Cross Fittings.
- The fitting includes four female NPT threaded connections.
- Verify the required nominal pipe size before ordering.
- Confirm all mating components use compatible male NPT threads.
- Use an appropriate thread sealant or PTFE tape on all threaded connections.
- Start each threaded connection carefully to help prevent cross-threading.
- Inspect all threads for damage, debris, or contamination before installation.
- Avoid excessive tightening that could damage the fitting or connected piping.
- Verify bronze is compatible with the intended system media.
- Confirm applicable pressure and temperature requirements before installation.
- Verify potable-water suitability for the specific fitting selected if required.
- Support connected piping appropriately so excessive mechanical load is not transferred to the cross fitting.
- Check all completed threaded joints for leakage before placing the system into service.
- Pipe, nipples, valves, and additional fittings are sold separately unless otherwise specified.
- Install according to applicable piping requirements and Midland manufacturer recommendations.
