Questions and Answers for Delta Multi-Choice Universal Tub and Shower Valve Body Rough-In Kit

Yes. Cartridge is sold separately.

Not sure I do believe so but I had a friend install it.

Hi Joe! Thank you for your question! I will be happy to help. The cartridge comes with the trim kit. Best Regards, Tim

Hi Rick! Thank you for your question! I will be happy to help. You can install the R10000-rough-in valve with either copper or PEX. Please see the following links for each valve. https://www.deltafaucet.com/search-results?title=R10000-UNWS https://www.deltafaucet.com/bathroom/product/R10000-PXWS Best Regards, Tim

Yes--I used pex fttings and pex lines on the hot/cold inlets to the valve. Depending on your situation you may want to consider something other than pex for the riser.

The installation instructions only say, "use proper fittings to connect (water supply)" so if there is a proper copper-to-PEX adapter fitting, you could use that. Alternatively, there is a valve body that comes up in the Home Depot search, which already has PEX crimp connectors attached: https://www.homedepot.com/p/Delta-MultiChoice-Universal-Tub-and-Shower-Valve-Body-Rough-In-Kit-with-1-2-in-PEX-Crimp-Connections-R10000-PXWS/100482555? I'd buy that one instead!

You will probably have to get threaded copper female to Pex fitting. The copper will thread onto the value body, then connect the pex.

yes, I installed this over a year ago and this is a great valve. Works great.

Hidan! Thank you for your question! I will be happy to help. If you are installing it for a shower only application we recommend you purchase the R10000-UNWSHF, so you won't need to cap off the bottom port. https://www.deltafaucet.com/bathroom/product/R10000-UNWSHF Best Regards, Tim

Yes, That is how I used this - I installed in a stand alone shower. As noted in the install directions If either of the two outlet ports is to be unused, seal the port with a pipe plug

Yes all you need is a 1/2" brass cap to seal off the tub outlet from the valve.

Hi! Thank you for your question! I will be happy to help. This valve will provide water to showering components, i.e. any showerhead or handshower. However, the trim kit you install onto this valve must be a Delta trim kit. Please contact us directly if you need any further assistance! Best Regards, Tim

YES, fhis valve can be used with any shower head and handheld system. I used the tub port on the valve to connect the hand held sprayer using a on/off valve on fhe shower head and the hand held. It works great and my wife likes it.

The install I did with this unit did not require a Delta handle or shower head.

No, I installed a different brand shower head with it.

From what I researched, the thin wall kit strengthens the shower wall to keep valve from flexing/wobbling when mounting without any studs supporting valve. when I had mine replaced the plumber didn't have to support the valve because the copper piping coming out of slab was secure enough that it didn't move when installed.

Hello DIYReseacher! Thank you for your questions! The RP47202 thin wall mounting kit is for thin walls or installing valve into a shower enclosure. We also offer the RP29827 renovation cover plate if you are trying to upgrade from an older three handle installation type. Please feel free to contact us via phone at 1-800-345-3358 for further assistance. Best Regards, Tim

I did what you are planning (capped the opening for the bath spout) and have no problems at all with shower pressure. The unit I replaced had been installed by a plumber, who had also capped the opening.

Capping the tub output shouldn't impact your pressure available for the shower output

Hi Jerry, Thank you for your question. The Delta R10000-UNBX should have a flow rate between 6.8 gpm & 8.5 gpm @ 80 psi depending on the valve trim being used. If it will help here is a link to the flow rate comparisons: https://www.deltafaucet.com/sites/delta/files/2019-11/Delta%20Flow%20Chart%202018-06-27.pdf If you have any questions, comments or concerns contact us by phone, email, or social media. Best regards, George Phone: 1-800-345-3358 | Email: customerservice@deltafaucet.com

Thank you for your question, HughesHomeImprovements! The Delta MultiChoice Universal Tub and Shower Valve Body Rough-in Kit with Screwdriver Stops is Model Number R10000-UNWS. Any Delta valve including the "WS" or "With Stops" designation will also offer Screwdriver stops directly at the valve. Best regards, Edward

Unable to answer 1 & 2. Regarding #3. Will the water still come out when I turn it to hot even if the water has not warmed up yet (for some reason it takes several minutes for the hot water to reach my faucets & it won't heat up unless the water runs until the hot water comes out). Answer: The temperature of the water in the pipe closest to the valve is what you are going to get until the hot water in the heater reaches the valve. You may want to consider a recirculating pump so hot water is immediately available at the farthest faucet from the hot water heater.

Yes but you should install integral stop valves on each side first or you'll have to put shut-off valves on the supply lines in an accessible place in order to conform to the plumbing code.