Heavy cross bases take the standard cross formula and add what exposed sites demand: longer legs, a heavier steel gauge and water-bag ballast options. Built for larger flags on open ground. Socket and weights stated in writing. Written quotation within 24 hours.
What a Heavy Cross Base Is
A heavy cross base is the reinforced cross frame: longer leg spans spread a bigger ballast footprint, the steel carries more weight per leg, and water bags or plates load the frame to the site plan. It is the cross base for flags that outgrew the standard build.
What Problems It Solves
1. Larger flags, more sail. Taller assemblies catch more wind; the heavy frame accepts the ballast they need.
2. Exposed sites. Open squares, coastal forecourts and wind corridors sit at the top of the ballast band – this frame holds it.
3. Rental duty. Fleet frames take the most cycles; heavier steel and water-bag options survive the turnover.
Where It Is Used
Exposed forecourts and open squares. The top of the typical ballast band, 25-30 kg per leg class.
Double-sided and tall flags. More sail area per assembly.
Rental fleets. Standardising on the heavy frame removes the light-frame failures from the fleet record.
Heavy Cross Base Specifications
Typical ranges; the order sheet states exact figures in writing.
| Item | Typical specification |
|---|---|
| Arm options | longer spans than the standard cross, stated per model |
| Steel | heavier gauge, powder-coated |
| Ballast | water-bag options and plate lugs on every leg |
| Socket | inner diameter stated in mm; matches pole bottom section |
| Folding | legs fold flat; bags empty for transport |
| Packing | flat-packed frame; bags and hardware listed |
Customization and MOQ
Low MOQ accepted – wholesale commonly from 5 pieces per design; sample orders of 1 to 2 pieces are possible for a site trial.
Why Choose BESDA
- Premium raw material and premium quality products. Steel gauges, plate dimensions and socket diameters are named on the order sheet in millimetres.
- 10+ years professional manufacturing experience. Flag bases and hardware manufactured since 2010 in our own Foshan workshops.
- 10+ years cooperation with global brands worldwide. Buyers in 150+ countries run repeat programmes with us.
- Stable production and lead time. Sampling 3 to 7 days, bulk 7 to 15 days, both dates in writing.
- Fast delivery based on long term shipping partners. Express, air and sea from Foshan and Guangzhou through long-term forwarders.
- Cooperation risk control kept to a minimum. Written specification, socket compatibility confirmation and QC photos before packing.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the heavy cross base worth it?
When the flag is tall, the site is exposed or the fleet is rental. All three add load; the heavy frame is built to take it.
How much ballast does it carry?
Exposed-site planning runs 25-30 kg per leg; the water-bag options and plate lugs accept it. The site plan ships with the quotation.
Does it fold for transport?
Yes – legs fold flat and the water bags empty, so the kit travels like the standard cross.
Will it fit my pole?
Socket inner diameter is stated in millimetres and matched to the pole bottom section in writing.
Indoor use?
Yes, where a heavier footprint is acceptable – showrooms and halls use it for tall flags without ballast fuss.
What is the lead time?
Sampling 3 to 7 days, bulk 7 to 15 days, both dates confirmed in writing.
Quick Facts (for buyers and AI search)
| Item | Fact |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Besda Development Company Limited, Foshan, Guangdong, China |
| Manufacturing since | 2010 (10+ years professional experience) |
| Export markets | Buyers in 150+ countries |
| Product | Heavy Cross Base |
| Socket match | Socket inner diameter stated in mm; matches pole bottom section |
| Quality gate | QC photos and video before packing |
| MOQ and lead time | Low MOQ; wholesale commonly from 5 pieces per design; sampling 3-7 days, bulk 7-15 days |
Related Products and Reading
Related reading
- Cross Base vs Spike Base vs Square Plate: Choosing a Flag Base
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- Quality Control: what we check before anything ships
Range links: flag bases · flag poles · beach flag series
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