Ateco

Ateco 866 French Star Piping Tip - 1/2" Opening Stainless Steel Pastry Tube

$1.50

Key Features:

French fine cut star opening produces fine, deeply-grooved icing patterns ideal for professional pastry work
1/2" (0.58") opening diameter delivers medium-sized output suited for efficient decorating on cakes, cupcakes, cookies, eclairs, and more
Constructed from durable, rust-resistant stainless steel for long-lasting performance under repeated commercial use
Versatile tip capable of forming shells, stars, flowers, swirls, and scalloped designs, as well as piping buttercream and meringues
Compatible with Ateco 402 and 407 couplers using the 1" coupler ring, enabling quick tip swaps without changing the pastry bag
Also known as size #6B; stamped with model number 866 for easy identification
Manufactured in South Korea; not dishwasher safe

Ateco 866 French Star Piping Tip - 1/2" Opening Stainless Steel Pastry Tube

$1.50

Detailed Description

The Ateco 866 French Star Piping Tip is a professional-grade pastry tube crafted from durable, rust-resistant stainless steel for long-lasting reliability in high-volume bakery and pastry operations. Its finely cut French star opening measures 1/2 (0.58) in diameter, producing deeply grooved, elegant icing patterns that elevate the presentation of any confection. This tip is ideally suited for creating shells, stars, flowers, scalloped borders, and swirled rosettes on cakes, cupcakes, cookies, and more. Designated size 6B, it is compatible with both the Ateco 402 and 407 couplers using the 1 coupler ring, making tip changes fast and seamless. Backed by over a century of innovation from August Thomsen, the Ateco brand remains a trusted standard in professional baking.

Product Details

Durable Stainless Steel

Rust-resistant construction holds its shape through repeated professional use.

Fine French Star Cut

Deeply grooved star opening produces intricate, sharply defined icing patterns.

Coupler Compatible

Works with Ateco 402 and 407 couplers using a 1" coupler ring for quick tip changes.

Ateco 866 French star piping tip, stainless steel, embossed with Ateco 866 Korea markings

Professional-Grade French Star Piping

The Ateco 866 pastry tube features a fine-cut French star opening that delivers beautifully detailed, deeply grooved icing patterns on every pass. Its medium 1/2" opening strikes the right balance between speed and detail for both professional bakers and dedicated home decorators.

French star opening creates shells, rosettes, stars, and scalloped designs
1/2" (0.58") opening size for medium-scale decorating work
Embossed model number for easy identification in a busy kit

Key Specifications

MaterialStainless Steel

Opening Size1/2" (0.58")

Tip StyleFrench Fine Star

Coupler FitAteco 402 / 407 (1" ring)

Ideal For

Reach for the Ateco 866 whenever a deeply-grooved, elegant finish is the goal.

Cakes & cupcakes Cookies & petit fours Eclairs & cream puffs Meringues Butter cream borders Plated dessert garnishes

From the Cresco Resco Team

Why You'll Love It

The Ateco 866 delivers the fine, crisp detail of a French star tip in a rugged stainless steel build sized perfectly for medium-scale decorating.

Perfect for professional pastry chefs and serious home bakers who want sharp, deeply grooved patterns every time.
The 1/2" opening covers cakes, cupcakes, cookies, eclairs, and meringues with equal ease.
Pairs seamlessly with Ateco 402 or 407 couplers so you can swap tips mid-project without changing your pastry bag.

Specifications

Brand	Ateco (August Thomsen)
Model Number	866
Tip Type	French Star
Size Designation	6B
Opening Size	1/2" (0.58")
Material	Stainless Steel
Color	Silver
Compatible Couplers	Ateco 402 / Ateco 407 (with 1" coupler ring); Fits Medium Coupler
Dishwasher Safe	No
Country of Origin	South Korea
Number of Pieces	1
UPC	10014963008666