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The JT Crosshead

Joe Tools Crosshead
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your crosshead for single-layer applications and thermoplastic materials

JT Crosshead

An easy choice for a wide variety of single layer applications and thermoplastic materials, the JT Crosshead offers many years of proven performance and is an industry standard in fixed center design.

Among the extensive line of Joe Tools Crossheads, the JT Head presents exceptional value with a high level of concentricity, a balanced material flow and continuous reliability.

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Fixed Center Tooling

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Fixed Center Tooling

Tapered fixed center tooling for built in concentricity. No Adjustments needed.
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Tapered Deflector

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Tapered Deflector

Tapered deflectors with flow patterns designed for equalized flow.
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Striping/Skin Coat

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Striping/Skin Coat

Wedge ring can be designed to handle any striping/skin requests.
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Gum Space

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Gum Space

Threaded front nut easily moves die forward/backwards for gum space adjustment.
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The JT Crosshead

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Sizes from 9/32" and up

Striping options available

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QUALITY ENGINEERING & PRODUCTION

Keeping your business running smoothly requires quality at every stage of the manufacturing process. Our crossheads are engineers to the highest standards so you can get the job done.

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Dual Layer Crosshead

DUAL LAYER, FIXED CENTER CAN CONVERT TO SINGLE OR SKIN LAYER

Dual Layer Crosshead

DUAL LAYER, FIXED CENTER CAN CONVERT TO SINGLE OR SKIN LAYER

With optimum product flexibility and easy operation, the Dual Leayer Crosshead is a high-level performer offering streamlined production with reduced downtime and scrap.
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Inline Head

Single or Multiple Layer, Adjustable Center

Inline Head

Single or Multiple Layer, Adjustable Center

For use with a wide range of hose, pipe and tubing products that require consistent wall thickness and superior product strength.
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Joe Tools Co-Extrusion Crosshead

Co-Extrusion Crosshead

Fixed-Center Design, Processes PVC and Nylon Simultaneously

Co-Extrusion Crosshead

Fixed-Center Design, Processes PVC and Nylon Simultaneously

Joe Tools’ Co-Extrusion Crosshead processes both Nylon and PVC simultaneously and produces excellent concentricity and layer thickness
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Switcher Crosshead

Single Layer, Fixed Center, Color Inversion with Manual Switch

Switcher Crosshead

Single Layer, Fixed Center, Color Inversion with Manual Switch

The Switcher Crosshead offers extreme efficiency and productivity, with the ability to continuously run two consecutive colors without stopping the production process.
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Joe Tools FineWire Crosshead

Fine Wire Crosshead

SINGLE LAYER (SKIN LAYER OPTION), FIXED CENTER

Fine Wire Crosshead

SINGLE LAYER (SKIN LAYER OPTION), FIXED CENTER

Joe Tools’ Fine Wire Crosshead is the choice for a broad range of single layer, fine wire applications. Its condensed design reduces set-up time and brings a high level of operational efficiency, reliability and exceptional value to extrusion processors worldwide. 
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Zero Bleed Crosshead

DUAL LAYER, FIXED CENTER, COLOR INVERSION WITH MANUAL SWITCH

Zero Bleed Crosshead

DUAL LAYER, FIXED CENTER, COLOR INVERSION WITH MANUAL SWITCH

With its unique design, the Zero-Bleed Head can continuously run alternating skin or striping colors without stopping the production line! 
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Snap Head

Single Layer, Fixed-Center with Snap Tooling

Snap Head

Single Layer, Fixed-Center with Snap Tooling

The Snap Head is a master performer in nylon applications in wire and cable jacketing that require balanced flow, high clarity, adhesion and strength
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Joe Tools Multi-End Crosshead

Multi-End Crosshead

Fixed Center, Extrudes Two Products Simultaneously with One Extruder

Multi-End Crosshead

Fixed Center, Extrudes Two Products Simultaneously with One Extruder

Joe Tools' Multi-End Crossheads enhance productivity in the Wire & Cable industry by enabling the simultaneous extrusion of two products with one crosshead and extruder.
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Joe Tools Standard Adjustable Crosshead

Standard Adjustable Crosshead

Single Layer, Adjustable Center, Skin/Stripe Options Available

Standard Adjustable Crosshead

Single Layer, Adjustable Center, Skin/Stripe Options Available

The Standard Adjustable Crosshead offers a range of coarse and fine core tube adjustments for optimum product flexibility and operator control.
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Joe Tools Universal Crosshead

Universal Crosshead

Single Layer, Fixed Center, Accepts All Tips & Dies

Universal Crosshead

Single Layer, Fixed Center, Accepts All Tips & Dies

Unique, multi-functional crosshead, designed to reduce the costs and headaches. Works with ANY tip or die.
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We offer on-site inspection services that give you insight in your system without costing excessive downtime.

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