Delta®
MultiChoice® Universal Tub / Shower Rough - Universal Inlets / Outlets
Model#:
R10000-UNBX
PRODUCT FEATURES
The Delta® MultiChoice® Universal Valve gives you the flexibility to upgrade the style and functionality of your shower without altering the plumbing behind the wall. By installing the universal valve first, you have the freedom to decide (or change your mind on) what type of shower you want later. Whether you’d like a new look or a new function for your shower, with MultiChoice Universal Valves getting what you want has never been so simple.
- MultiChoice® Universal valve body only
- Accepts single, dual, or dual thermostatic cartridge
- Trim kit sold separately, cartridge ships with trim
- Back-to-back capability
- Mounting bracket reduces rocking by providing a sturdy means of securing the valve to a stringer
- Three connection types (IPS, PEX and UNIVERSAL) provide connection options for every type of plumbing
- Square plasterguard allows for simple 90° cuts and snaps into place
- Heat-resistant pressure test cap allows for air or water testing before valve cartridge is installed
- Valve body without stops
Special Information
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CALIFORNIA PROP 65 WARNING
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Technology and Special Features
MultiChoice® Universal Valve
MultiChoice® Universal Valve
The MultiChoice® Universal Valve allows you install one rough in the wall and then choose from three different shower functions as well as various styles.
Special Information
California Prop 65 WARNING
CALIFORNIA PROP 65 WARNING
<b>WARNING: </b>Risk of cancer and reproductive harm from exposure to Lead. See www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
For more information go to http://www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
Documents & Specs
Product Support, Repair Parts & Technical Specifications
Installation Information
Overall Height (in.) :
4
Valve Type:
Valve body only
INSTALLATION SUPPORT
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Q&A
What type of screws do you recomend for mounting this valve?
Hi Thriftyfisher,
Thank you for your question! Any standard wood screw will work for mounting the valve to the stringer.
Best regards,
Jon
Date published: 2024-03-28
Have a Monitor 1700 series shower. I would like to update. How do I identify' the rough body? Will 17 series sets work here? What are my options in brushed nickel?
Hello Mike C,
Thank you for your question. As long as the screw holes on your large round escutcheon plate are at the 1 and 7 o'clock positions and you do not have a push button shower diverter directly below the off and on handle, then any of the Delta tub and shower trim kits that start with a T17, except for the T17T series trim kits will interchange for you. You can also install the R10000-UNBX with any 17 series trim kit of your choice.
Best regards,
Tanya
Date published: 2024-03-28
How to test and flush
On step 4, your installation instructions say to "Reinstall cap and bonnet and tighten securely. Plug both outlets with proper fittings. Check for leaks."
Firstly, you only provided one "reusable test plug" yet you say to plug both outlets. You also say to reinstall cap and bonnet before putting the plugs in, which is impossible, unless the plug actually goes on the outside of the valve somewhere for testing. Secondly, you don't say how to go about checking for leaks. Do I simply turn the water supply on for X amount of time or how long is sufficient? Do you have a video on this procedure? I can't find it on your support page. More detailed instructions would be helpful.
Additionally, do you recommend a specific type of cap for the lower port if I am not using with a tub spout? I.e. Must it be brass or can it be iron, etc.?
Hi Asmad, Thank you for your question. Step 4 is in regards to pressure testing the valve. The outlets that are referred to are the tub spout and showerhead stub outs. Once those are plugged and the test cap and bonnet are installed you can pressure test all of your connections.
The test plug to plug the ports in the valve body itself when fully pushed in will fit under the test cap to check flow from the hot and cold ports in the valve.
To test for leaks you do just turn on the water and let it run long enough to verify that there are no leaks in your system.
We offer the RP20032 plug that can be sweated into the tub port on a R10000-UNBX or a brass 1/2" cap will work as well.
Thanks,
Dave
Date published: 2024-03-28
I'm planning a shower with a Dryden T17251-SS Trim kit but want to add a hand shower.
I'm planning a Dryden shower using the T17251-SS trim kit and a R10000-BNX valve. I want to add a 55051 hand shower, but am unclear what i need to make that happen. I think I need a 50570 elbow and an R11000 diverter. Am I on the right track? I'm not installing this myself, but I don't want to be surprised when I'm told I need more parts than just the trim kit and hand shower. Thanks!
Hi Brett,
Thank you for your question! For your setup, you will need an elbow (50570) and R11000 Diverter Rough-In Valve along with a 3-Setting Diverter Trim such as the T11851-SS. This will provide individual and shared settings for the shower head and hand shower.
https://www.deltafaucet.com/bathroom/product/T11851-SS
Best regards,
Jon
Date published: 2024-03-28
The instruction say "After flushing remove filter screen and reinstall cap, bonnet and cover." Am I to understand that the filter screen does NOT stay in when installing the cartridge and using the shower regularly? Is it only needed for flushing? THX!
Hi, DPM1!
Thank you for your question. The filter screen is not needed in the Delta MultiChoice Universal R10000-UNBX Rough In valve body once the cartridge is installed.
Best Regards,
Rosanna
Date published: 2024-03-28
Question about depth of valve.
I am replacing my 25 year old Delta shower valve. I have been looking at various brands and models. The valve I am replacing takes out 2" from the face of the shower wall to the center of my 1/2" piping. I don't see this measurement in the specs of this valve, but they appear to be about 2". Is this correct? I see that some other companies valves take out a minimum of 2 3/4" which would be too much for my replacement.
Hi DJ,
Thank you for your question. The rough-in valve will require 2 3/4" from the stringer to the finished wall. The center of the piping would be less than 2" from the finished wall.
http://www.deltafaucet.com/customersupport/documentation/r10000-unbx.html?document=ts&fromDetailArea=bath&documentIndex=0#flashWrapper
Thanks,
Jon
Date published: 2024-03-28
What is the difference between a model #T17T438-SSH20 and model #T17438-SSH20 Tub and Shower trim?
Hi, Bill!
Thank you for your question.
Model numbers that start with 'T17' are our Delta Monitor 17 series that have a dual-function valve cartridge. This offers volume control and temperature control.
Model numbers that start with 'T17T' are our Delta TempAssure™ 17T series that features a dual-function thermostatic cartridge. TempAssure™ keeps the temperature consistent by precisely measuring, monitoring, and automatically adjusting the water mix. Learn more about the difference between Monitor and TempAssure™ here:
https://www.deltafaucet.com/design-innovation/innovations/shower/tempassure-valve--monitor-valve
Best Regards,
Rosanna
Date published: 2024-03-28
Can you use a Peerless trim on a Delta Valve?
Hi, Hello94!
Thank you for your question. Some of our Peerless Faucet Valve Trim Kits will fit our Delta MultiChoice Universal R10000-UNBX Rough Valve Body. The valve body requirement will be notated in the maintenance and instruction manual and also the technical specifications sheet on our Peerless Faucet website. Please feel free to call, email, or message us on social.
Best regards, Rosanna
Phone: 1-800-345-3358 | Email: customerservice@deltafaucet.com | Facebook/Twitter: @deltafaucet
Date published: 2024-03-28
I have a t10000 multi valve, can it be converted to a 3 way control for a hand held and a overhead shower
Hi Jim,
Thank you for your inquiry! The R10000 multichoice valve can be used with an R11000 diverting valve to allow for multiple configurations. I will include a link to this valve below.
https://www.deltafaucet.com/bathroom/product/R11000
Best Regards, Edward
Date published: 2024-03-28
My house is 27 years old. we have delta shower faucets. Could my house have the universal valve body?
Thank you for your question, Brian. We began making the R10000 MultiChoice Universal Valve Body in early 2006. Before this, each series had its own valve.
Best regards, Jon
Date published: 2024-03-28
I purchased a Peerless PTT188790-BN Apex Tub and Shower Trim kit and The R 10000 rough valve (as peerless recommended) I cannot get the hot to go all the way! Valve goes 1/4 way and gets warm Not Hot. Please advise.
Hello Elizabeth,
Thank you for your question. The Peerless Claymore Tub and Shower PTT188790-BN faucet contains a rotational limit stop that may need adjusting to allow more hot water to flow through the valve. Included here are the instructions for adjusting the limit stop. The directions are on page 5 module 9 labeled "Adjusting The Rotational Limit Stop".
https://media.peerlessfaucet.com/MandI/66621%20Rev%20H.pdf
Best regards,
Tanya
Date published: 2024-03-28
WHAT CARTRIDGE GOES INTO THE R10000-UNBX ROUGH IN VALVE
Hi, Mike Lowes!
Thank you for your question. The cartridge for the Delta R10000-UNBX rough valve is determined by the valve trim kit. The cartridge will be included with the kit that you purchase. Any of our Monitor 13, 14 and 17 series and our TempAssure 17T series will work with our MultiChoice Universal R10000 rough valve body.
Best Regards,
Rosanna
Date published: 2024-03-28
Can I use Kohler K-TS396-4 trim with this valve?
Thank you for your question, Mo. This valve is only designed to work with Delta trim kits.
Best regards,
Jon
Date published: 2024-03-28
Will the Delta MultiChoice Universal Tub and Shower work with other brand name faucet/shower trims/cartridges?
Also, will it work with a two shower head configuration. If so, what other valves or cartridges would it need to keep temperature and pressure consistent if both were used simultaneously?
Hi SE, Thank you for your question!
Our Delta products are manufactured to only be used with other Delta products. We are unable to tell you if our rough in valve will work on other brands trims/cartridges. Also, the valve is not manufactured to control two separate shower heads. You will need either a shower arm diverter or a in wall diverter such as our R11000 3 port 6 function diverter with your choice of trim.
Best regards,
Brandis
Date published: 2024-03-28
We have a RP16207 cartridge in our shower. Will the valve body we have accept the latest Delta shower kits?
Thank you for your question, Kevin! Unfortunately a newer multichoice cartridge will not work in a 1500 series valve body, however if the screws on the escutcheon plate are at 1 & 7, then you can use RP29405 1500 to 1700 conversion kit. Otherwise, you will need to replace your valve with the R10000-UNBX multichoice valve body which allows the option of switching between the T13/T14/T17 and T17T series trim kits easily.
https://www.deltafaucet.com/parts-product-detail?modelNumber=RP29405
Best regards, Edward
Date published: 2024-03-28
Does this valve provide flow control?
Looking for valve to work with Vero trim which has temperature and flow control.
Thank you for your question. Delta Faucet model # R10000-UNBX is a valve. Your trim package will determine your flow control and temperature control. To get the best flow control and temperature control, pick a trim package that starts with T17T. This is our thermostatic trim. You will have separate control over volume and temperature.
Date published: 2024-03-28
Can the R10000-unws be used with Price Pfister G89-7mby shower assembly
Dear David,
Thank you for your question!
Our Delta valves are manufactured to only be used with other Delta products. We are unable to tell you if our rough in valve will work on other brands trims/cartridges.
Best regards,
Tanya
Date published: 2016-10-17
Are there plugs available for the ports the service stops go in, I might not have the clearance for the stop stems for the cover plate to mount flush
Hello,
Thank you for your question!
Unfortunately we do not offer plugs for this. You may need to install a standard R10000-UN rough-in valve in its place.
Please reach out with further questions!
Best Regards,
Tim
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Date published: 2025-04-18
Can I buy extra parts to upgrade the R10000-UNWS & T17253 to equal the T17T453?
I need to add a bathtub faucet and thermostatic cartridge. If I buy the RP53419SS faucet and the RP47201 thermostatic cartridge, will they work with the R10000-UNWS MultiChoice Rough and T17253 shower trim kit?
Hi Jumperboy,
Thank you for your question. While the tub spout would work, the thermostatic cartridge RP47201 would not work with the handles for the T17253. You would also need the RP62960 volume handle, RP62959 temperature knob, and RP50879 sleeve.
http://www.deltafaucet.com/search/results.html?q=RP62960%2C+RP62959%2C+RP50879+
Thanks,
Jon
Date published: 2024-03-28
I had R10000s installed in 3 showers with the Trinsic trim kit. My problem is that the hot/cold is reversed on all 3. Dial to the left (red dot) it gets cold, to the right (blue dot) it gets hot. This is wrong, isn't it? Plumber says no. THX
Hi, Renmarq!
Thank you for your question. You are correct, the hot should be on the left side. The cold should be towards the right side.
Best Regards,
Rosanna
Date published: 2024-03-28
I just installed a R10000unws tub/shower valve and have water coming out of the shower head and tub spout all the time?
Even though I have not pulled the shower knob up on the tub spout to activate the shower head, water is coming out of both the tub spout and shower head?
Is there a direction (top or bottom) that you have to install the rough-in valve? Can you connect the tub spout or shower head up to either port?
Hi Joe, We are sorry that you are experiencing a problem with your faucet. Most likely, you are experiencing "shower-rise" where the water can’t get out of the spout as fast as it flows through the valve. This causes the water to back up and come out the shower head. There can be one of several reasons for this:
The valve could be upside down
The length from the valve to the tub spout is outside of the 8" to 18" rule
There is more than one 90-degree angle
Something other than copper or galvanized pipe was used going to the spout
The most common reason is that there is something restricting the water flow to the spout, e.g. solder or something lodged in the pipe. Something is impeding the flow of water to the spout and causing it to back up and go out the shower head. If this is the cause of shower-rise it is possible to remove the blockage by removing the tub spout; then, feeding a plumber’s snake or a speedometer cable up through the tub drop. The act of feeding it causes it to twirl and loosen the blockage. Be sure to flush the valve before reinstalling the tub spout. Be sure to check the tub spout itself for blockage.
If none of these help, you may need to call a plumber. After the shower has been installed and the wall has been closed, there is little that can be done to remedy this situation yourself.
Read more: http://www.deltafaucet.com/customersupport/faq/showers/index.html#ixzz2kj330m5y
Thanks,
Dave
Date published: 2024-03-28
Can hot and cold water supply be reversed
Hi, Eric!
Thank you for your question. The hot and cold water supplies can be reversed from the Delta MultiChoice Universal R10000-UNBXT Rough Valve Body.
Best Regards, Rosanna
Date published: 2024-04-20
Stops touch escutcheon
The valve stops stick out, blocking the escutcheon from screwing tight to the shower surround. Is there a shallow escutcheon plate or spacer that will fix this?
Hi Sky,
Thank you for your question! Please make sure that the plaster guard is flush (or up to 3/8" sub flush) with the finished wall.
If the valve is out too far, you may turn the stops 3 turns in from the full open position without a noticeable reduction of flow. This will provide an additional 1/8” of clearance for the escutcheon.
Best regards,
Jon
Date published: 2016-09-15
In a 1-pc. fiberglass shower/tub , what size holes are needed for single lever faucet and tub spout ?
I am installing a 1755rb-716rb set and have to drill holes for valve and spout .
Hi Doug,
Thank you for your question!
The hole for the valve should be cut to the size of the plaster guard which is 4" x 4".
The hole for the size of the tub spout should be at least 1/2" for the pipe to fit through and no larger than the diameter of the tub spout, which is 3 1/8" on this model.
Valve specs - http://www.deltafaucet.com/customersupport/documentation/r10000-unbx.html?document=ts&fromDetailArea=bath&documentIndex=0#flashWrapper
Trim kit specs - http://www.deltafaucet.com/customersupport/documentation/1755rb-716rb.html?document=ts&fromDetailArea=bath&documentIndex=0#flashWrapper
Best Regards,
Daniel
Date published: 2024-03-28
my brother has a new shower and the handle on the valve trim will only turn a quarter of the way. He gets very little hot water
Could he need the temperature limit stop adjusted. Or could something else cause this
Hi Iku1, Thank you for your question. The motion of the handle will run from 3 o-clock (off) to 12 o-clock (full on). The faucet is equipped with a rotational limit stop where you set how hot the water can get. I have attached a link to a video to show you how to make this adjustment.
Thanks,
Dave
http://www.deltafaucet.com/shopping-tools/research/video-gallery/video.html?v=n2_uZ7wgV1I&cat=
Date published: 2024-03-28
what model of cartridge it needs
Thank you for your question, transito! The R10000-UN rough in body, can be used with Delta valve trims in the 13/14,17 and 17T series. Each trim would included a compatible cartridge, that would fit inside the valve.
Best Regards, Benjamin
Date published: 2024-03-28
R10000 Rough in Body w/Stops version. (17T)
On either side of the valve body, there are two (2) mechanical stem and nut assemblies. I assume, when turning the stem(s) clockwise, and the stem(s) bottom out, this will stop the flow of water completely.
Conversely, if I turn the stem counter-clockwise the flow of water increases. How can I tell, without backing the stem out further than need be, will I get full flow?
Instructions say " adjust stem clockwise to close, and counterclockwise to open".
I'm not sure if I understand the purpose of these stops.
Thanks
Hi Rick,
Thank you for your question. These stops are designed to turn the water off directly at the valve during installation or repairs. They should be left in the open position when the trim is installed, as the cartridge will be used to turn the water on and off.
Best regards,
Jon
Date published: 2024-03-28
Does the r10000 valve with stops includes the screw valves? Or do you have to buy the apart?
Thank you for your question, A.Luna! The screw driver stops are included with the valve.
Best regards,
Jon
Date published: 2016-08-15
Is there a dimensioned detail available for back to back installation?
Hello, Thank you for your question. We are happy to assist you. To better assist you, Please contact us at 1-800-345-3358. We are open Monday through Friday 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM central time, and 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM on Saturday. Thank you for your cooperation.
Best Regards,
Bethany
Date published: 2024-03-28
I would like to know if this product will fit any Delta shower trim kit, or even a trim kit from another manufacturer like Kohler or Moen in case I want to change the trim in the future. Also, will this product work with a combination showerhead/handheld
Hi, Linda!
Thank you for your question. The Delta MultiChoice Universal R10000-UNWS rough valve body works with any of our Delta 13/14, 17, and 17T series trim kits. We cannot guarantee that they will fit with other brand trim kits. The valve body does work with both shower head and tub spout installations.
Best Regards,
Rosanna
Date published: 2024-03-28
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