High Contrast Mode:

Single Layer, Fixed Center, Accepts All Tips & Dies

Universal Crosshead

Joe Tools Universal Crosshead
a black and white image of a grey surface

Your multi-functional single-layer, fixed-center crosshead 

Works with Any Tips & Dies

The Universal Crosshead by Joe Tools is a versatile crosshead designed to minimize costs and simplify inventory management for various tips and dies.

REQUEST A QUOTE

See What Makes Joe Tools' Universal Crosshead Superior

Image Map
1

Fixed Center Tooling

Image of Fixed Center Tooling

Fixed Center Tooling

Tapered fixed center tooling. No Adjustments needed
2

Easy-Flow Deflector

Image of Easy-Flow Deflector

Easy-Flow Deflector

Deflector flow pattern designed for equalized flow.
a black surface with a dark background

Joe Tools' Universal Crosshead

product specifications

Sizes from 9/32" and up

Striping options available

READY TO GET YOUR

Universal Crosshead?

ORDER NOW ASK US A QUESTION
a black and white image of a grey surface

"Communication and follow-up make it easy to work with Joe Tools."

- December 2023 Customer Satisfaction Survey

"Everything I have ordered has been here in a timely manner and in good condition."

- December 2023 Customer Satisfaction Survey

"Customer service is exceptional and very easy to work with."

- December 2023 Customer Satisfaction Survey

"Joe Tools has been very accommodating when needed and makes great pieces with quick turn around time"

- December 2023 Customer Satisfaction Survey

"Customer service is fantastic and you will rush an order if we need it fast."

- July 2024 Customer Satisfaction Survey

"Customer service is fantastic and you will rush an order if we need it fast."

- July 2024 Customer Satisfaction Survey

"Always willing to reverse engineer tooling and good lead times with competitive pricing."

- July 2024 Customer Satisfaction Survey

"Good quality product and great customer service"

- July 2024 Customer Satisfaction Survey

"Good quality product and great customer service"

- July 2024 Customer Satisfaction Survey

"Their engineering skills as well as their quality of their products is excellent."

- July 2024 Customer Satisfaction Survey

"Their engineering skills as well as their quality of their products is excellent."

- July 2024 Customer Satisfaction Survey

"Good and fast service."

- July 2024 Customer Satisfaction Survey

"Good and fast service."

- July 2024 Customer Satisfaction Survey

"Excellent Service and Knowledgeable staff."

- July 2024 Customer Satisfaction Survey

"Continue doing exactly what you are doing."

- July 2024 Customer Satisfaction Survey

OUR OTHER PREMIUM CROSSHEADS

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.

a dark sky with clouds
a white and blue mouse

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.
a dark sky with clouds
a white and blue mouse

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.
a dark sky with clouds
a close-up of a headphone

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.
a dark sky with clouds
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
a dark sky with clouds
An image of a Joe Tools Switcher Crosshead

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.
a dark sky with clouds
An image of a Joe Tools Switcher Crosshead

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.
a dark sky with clouds
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. 
a dark sky with clouds
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. 
a dark sky with clouds
icon

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! 
a dark sky with clouds
Joe Tools Extrusion Crosshead

JT Crosshead

Single Layer, Fixed-Center with Snap Tooling

JT Crosshead

Single Layer, Fixed-Center with Snap Tooling

The JT Crosshead presents exceptional value for a wide variety of single-layer applications and thermoplastic materials. 
a dark sky with clouds
logo

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
a dark sky with clouds
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.
a dark sky with clouds
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.
a dark sky with clouds
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.
a black surface with a dark background

FULL-SERVICE ENGINEERING SERVICES

CUSTOM SOLUTIONS THAT MEET YOUR EXACT NEEDS

For many manufacturers, the ideal solution isn't as simple as buying a single product. Joe Tools engineers have decades of experience in extrusion tool manufacturing and design - we can produce a solution that meets all your needs, and we can show you how to use it best.

View All Services

CUSTOM ENGINEERING

We'll build a new extrusion system for you from the ground up that meets your exact specifications.

ON-SITE INSPECTION

We offer on-site inspection services that give you insight in your system without costing excessive downtime.

EMERGENCY REPAIR

Joe Tools engineers are on call for emergency repairs - we'll help get your manufacturing floor back on track

FREE PRODUCT STOCKING

Never run out of a product, no matter how unique - let us know what products you use, and we;ll ensure they're always in stock for you

NOT SEEING WHAT YOU NEED?

WE CAN ENGINEER & PRODUCE EXACTLY WHAT YOU NEED

Know Your Specs? Need Tooling Help? 
a black surface with a dark background

Copyright © 2025 Joe Tools all rights reserved.

High Contrast Mode: