Delta®

Set Screw

Model#: RP16497
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Delta®
Set Screw
Model#: RP16497
List Price: $5.20
Online Price: $4.16
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Documents & Specs
Installation Information
Overall Height (in.) :
1/4
Valve Type:
NA
REVIEWS
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Glad for Long Term Support I bought this faucet way back in 2007 and it was installed by my plumber. I’m very glad to have access to replacement parts so long after purchase.
Date published: 2022-01-07
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Q&A

Does the RP16497 screw come with a cover cap?

Asked by: Suater
Hello Thank you for your question! No, it does not include the RP79749 screw cover. https://www.deltafaucet.com/parts/product/RP79749.html Please reach out with further questions! Best Regards, Tim Digital Communications Specialist
Answered by: Timothy
Date published: 2025-07-21

can you tell me the thread size of the RP16497

Asked by: Mike
Hi, Mike! Thank you for your question. The Delta RP16497 screw thread size is #10-32 x.25 hex ag. Best Regards, Rosanna
Answered by: Delta Faucet
Date published: 2024-03-28

What size hex wrench do I use with the RP16497 set screw?

Asked by: Steve
Hi Steve, Thank you for your question! The RP16497 set screw takes a 3 3/2" Allen wrench for removal. Best regards, Brandis
Answered by: DeltaFaucet7
Date published: 2024-03-28

Hello, can you please give me all the dimensions of this set screw RP16497?

Asked by: Pete
Hi Pete, Thank you for your question about the Delta Faucet RP16497. The set screw diameter, thread pitch, and length are #10-32 x 0.25" cup point. Please reach out with any additional questions! Best Regards, Bryan Digital Communications Specialist
Answered by: Customer Service
Date published: 2024-01-31

Please tell me the size of the set screw so that I will not use the wrong size wrench and cause damage.

Asked by: Victor
Hi Victor, Thanks so much for contacting Delta Faucet Company! The Set Screw Model#: RP16497 thread size is #10-32 x.25 hex ag. Please reach out with further questions! Best Regards, Kelley Digital Communications Specialist
Answered by: Customer Service
Date published: 2024-10-21

What do I use to install the RP16497 screw into my shower handle? Is it an Allen wrench? What size?

Asked by: Steve
Hello, Thank you for your question! It will either use a 1/8" or 3/32" Allen wrench. Please reach out with further questions! Best Regards, Tim Digital Communications Specialist
Answered by: Customer Service
Date published: 2024-11-22

What set screw is used for the 978SSSDDST faucet.

Asked by: wes1941
Hello wes1941, Thank you for contacting us, I would be happy to help you. The set screw for model 978-SSSD-DST is RP40650. Please contact us back if you have any questions or need further assistance.  Best Regards,  Nicole
Answered by: Delta7
Date published: 2024-03-28

Does this include the Allen wrench?

Asked by: Cheryl
Hi Cheryl, Thank you for your question about the Delta Faucet RP16497 set screw. This does not include the Allen wrench. It uses size 3/32". Please reach out with any additional questions! Best Regards, Bryan Digital Communications Specialist
Answered by: Delta
Date published: 2025-01-21
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