Delta®
Renovation Kit - 600 Series Tub & Shower in Venetian Bronze
Model#:
RP54870RB
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PRODUCT FEATURES
Updates 600 Series tub and shower valve trim, whether knob or lever handle, to the standard chrome, contemporary brushed stainless steel, or traditional rubbed Venetian bronze finish. Includes a matching finish lever handle.
- Kits to update old 600 series Tub and Shower trim pieces in chrome, RB and SS.
- Includes the following RPs within the kit: RP17443 - lever handle; RP5883 - escutcheon; RP1050 - cap; RP5893 - sleeve; RP196 - escutcheon screws; RP20111 - conversion ball; RP4993 - seats & springs; RP188 - cam and packing
Documents & Specs
Product Support, Repair Parts & Technical Specifications
Installation Information
Overall Height (in.) :
3-3/8
Valve Type:
NA
REVIEWS
Rated 5 out of
5
by
ColdH2O from
Smooth Sailing Following a Careful Disassembly
I rebuilt our 1987 acrylic knob Series 600 shower valve using the RP54870 Conversion Kit (in Chrome finish).
As per "Chris H" review, I had also bought an RP77739A kit "just in case", as we had the diamond-shaped stem that he mentions. However, I found we did not need the additional kit to complete our repair as the ball included in the RP54870 Kit worked just fine for our application.
A note of caution - many people have posted online about how they broke the shower valve body when attempting to remove the old Cap Assembly (5) because it was stuck. Apparently it's not difficult to twist and break or distort some hidden tubes which are part of the valve body inside the wall.
I was fortunately able to unscrew our Cap Assembly quite easily. In fact, I checked it by giving it a quarter turn before ordering new parts.
Once the parts arrived, I shut off the water supply and carefully disassembled everything. After disassembly, I wiped down and inspected the metal valve body, including two (stainless steel?) sleeves in the body which house the Seats and Springs (10). I checked for burrs, scratches, deposits, corrosion, or foreign matter. I removed some minor mineral deposits on the exterior threads by wiping them with a cloth.
I applied plumber's grease to all new rubber parts, including the Seats and Springs (10). I carefully inspected them after installing to make sure they were fully inserted into the sleeves before attempting the next step.
I fit the included Conversion Ball (8) with the 4 Holes (Up) and the Large Single Hole (Down), just as the instructions illustrate.
When installing the new Cam and Lip seal (9) over the Conversion Ball, I found that the dark gray plastic seal housing had to be oriented properly to match a raised rib on the plastic with a slot on the right side of the metal valve body's threaded section.
Following reassembly, the refurbished valve works very well. It operates smoothly and allows us to select a broad range of temperatures. Hopefully we can enjoy good service for a few more decades now.
Date published: 2026-04-15
Rated 1 out of
5
by
Chris H from
Misleading instructions
The instructions are misleading: RP54870SS doesnt work with existing installations and Delta faucets with #212 ball with diamond stem. I needed to buy Delta RP77739A kit to get it to work.
Date published: 2025-04-22
Rated 2 out of
5
by
Chris H from
Misleading "H" and "C" markings on the plate
I purchased RP54870SS to retrofit my old Delta leaking faucet. I folowed the instructions and the installation went good (no leaks), but when I turned the handle clockwise where "C" (cold) mark on the plate is, the hot water came out. When I turned the handle counterclockwise to "H" marking the cold water came out...I checked the instruction and section 9 says:
" 9. Verify that hot water comes out of the valve when the lever handle is
turned fully clockwise." So I did it corectly.
There's a discrepancy between the plate markings and the valve operation.
I'll give 2 stars for the quality materials through and I'm looking for stickers with "H" and "C" to correct the plate markings to match the valve operation.
Date published: 2025-04-18
Rated 5 out of
5
by
pauld from
rp54870 kit, escutcheon screws
I am ordering this now. I do not see anyplace the screws can connect to. Am I missing some part that should have been located behind the valve?
Date published: 2023-12-30
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Another Old Guy from
Keep an old Delta 600 shower valve setup alive
Perfectly designed to refurb the old Delta 600 tub and shower valve, provided that you can get the previous parts to come loose. All the visible parts are metal, rather than plastic. Yeah! Warning: Getting the old outermost metal cap unscrewed from the valve body can be difficult because of corrosion. Forcing it loose with hard pressure using a wrench will cause a disastrous water leak behind the valve, inside the wall, and unless your house is unusual, the only way to stop the leak will be to shut off the water to the entire house. Then you will be faced with having to get into the wall and replace the entire valve and valve body. Your refurbishing kit will not fit the new valve, since it is designed to fit the old valve. So, then you will have to also buy a new trim kit in addition to the valve body and new valve. (Tip: When I had this problem some years ago, I installed shutoffs for the shower lines while the water was turned off, so that the water could be turned on to the rest of the house. But then my water lines were available for access in the basement. Without such access, you'll have to cut a hole in a wall or ceiling to get at the water lines.)
Date published: 2023-11-30
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Steve S Ca from
Delta faucet 600 series replacement.
This Delta replacement faucet handle for 600 series faucet is a great upgrade. Also the instructions are written so almost any one can do the replacement.
Date published: 2023-08-28
Rated 1 out of
5
by
DRM 1 from
Delta discontinued important components
I sent photos of my existing trim to Delta, and this was recommended as the replacement. Unfortunately,the escutcheon plate is not the deep kind in my existing trim, and the kind in this kit is not deep enough. Even more unfortunately, Delta *discontinued* the deep escutcheon plates. So what could have been a simple shower upgrade project within my carefully saved budget now will not happen, because I would have to remove and redo my entire shower - including permits to change the plumbing to work with shallower escutcheon plates. This poor review does not reflect on the Delta customer service reps, who tried to be helpful. It is only about the incredibly inconsiderate decision by Delta to discontinue the deep escutcheon plates with no regard for their customers.
Date published: 2022-09-17
Rated 2 out of
5
by
Sandy from
Lever fails
The lever that controls the mix of hot/cold water fails after a few years! We have had to have it repaired 3 or 4 times. The bronze color on the handle has also faded.
Date published: 2022-08-29
Q&A
Hello, Does Delta make any kits like MODEL#: RP54870 available in shiny brass? We have an older Delta shower set that we would like to have in Brass.
Hi Mward52,
Thank you for contacting Delta Faucet Company! Please accept our sincere apology for the inconvenience you are experiencing. Here is what we can do to resolve your issue for you.
Our Delta Faucet Renovation Kit - 600 Series Tub & Shower In Chrome MODEL#: RP54870 only comes in Chrome, Stainless, and Venetian Bronze. Unfortunately, we do not have this style trim kit in a brass finish.
Thank you for being a loyal Delta Faucet customer. We appreciate your business and look forward to continuing to serve you. Please contact us back with any further questions.
Best Regards,
Nicole
Date published: 2024-03-28
Can you recommend a tub spout, shower arm & head with matching finish to the renovation kit?
Hi bearly,
Thank you for your question about the Delta Faucet renovation kit RP54870SS.
Any diverter tub spout and showerhead should work. Tub spout examples are RP101727SS and RP83676SS. Shower arm U4993-SS. An example showerhead is 52535-SS.
Please reach out with any additional questions!
Best Regards,
Bryan
Digital Communications Specialist
Date published: 2026-06-19
Trying to to locate a trim kit for the 600 series tub/shower faucet in Champagne/Rose Gold color. Do you make one or know of another series that might work?
Hi Lamar,
Thank you for your question about the Delta Faucet RP54870.
Unfortunately, we don't carry other 600 series faucets or trims.
Please reach out with any additional questions!
Best Regards,
Bryan
Digital Communications Specialist
Date published: 2025-04-25
Tile has been installed since the plumbing was initially done. Is there an extension kit/steam extender compatible with this kit or a kit with a longer cartridge section?
Hello Meld21!
Thank you for your question! I will be happy to assist you.
The RP5480SS is used on a 600 series which, unfortunately, does not have an extension kit. Your feedback is important to us, as it helps us refine our products and services.
Feel free to contact us directly, if you need further assistance.
Best Regards,
Kyra
Date published: 2024-03-28
Will the delta Stainless RP54870SS trim kit give me total control over water pressure like my existing old delta shower faucet does? Or, does it only give me control over water temperature?
Hi George, thank you for contacting Delta Faucet Company!
This trim kit is designed to change the style of your shower. The functionality of the valve, pressure and temperature will be the same. Please reach out directly if you have further questions!
We appreciate your inquiry. Please reach out directly with further questions!
Best Regards,
Kyra
Digital Communications Specialist
Date published: 2024-03-28
Can I get renovation kit RP54870 in champagne bronze?
Hi MaryH,
Thanks so much for contacting Delta Faucet Company!
No, the RP54870 comes in Chrome, Brilliance Stainless, and Venetian Bronze.
Please contact us directly if you have any questions or need additional assistance.
Best Regards,
Nicole
Digital Communications Specialist
Date published: 2024-03-28
the rp54870 rpair kit looks exactly like what I need to fix my shower/tub control ,,,, except mine has a small pin that below the lever that pulls in and out to divert the water to shower/tub spout. Is that piece available, thank you!
Hi mike,
Thank you for your question! Please accept our sincere apology for the inconvenience you are experiencing. Here is what we can do to resolve your issue for you.
The Delta Faucet part RP54870 Renovation Kit - 600 Series Tub & Shower In Chrome cannot be used with the push diverter. A new tub spout that includes a pull up or pull down diverter will be required.
Please feel free to contact us with any questions or for further assistance. Thank you for being a loyal Delta Faucet customer!
Best Regards,
Skyler
Date published: 2024-03-28
Is there an installation video? The instructions were missing
Hi Steve,
Thank you for your question about the Delta Faucet RP54870SS.
Unfortunately, we don't have an installation video. I apologize for the inconvenience this causes. See instructions for installing the ball assembly here:
https://media.deltafaucet.com/MandI/X00063380_B.pdf
Or see instructions for a 600 series faucet here:
https://media.deltafaucet.com/MandI/33778_v1.pdf
Please reach out with any additional questions!
Best Regards,
Bryan
Digital Communications Specialist
Date published: 2026-07-23
We replaced the crystal knob with this. However the handle hits the eustecheon plate when it is opened. Is there an extension kit or something similar to have the handle a bit forward so it can be opened completely?
Hi AKR79,
Thank you for your question about the Delta Faucet RP54870.
Unfortunately, we don't make an extension kit for the 600 series shower. I apologize for the inconvenience this causes.
Please reach out for further assistance or with any additional questions!
Best Regards,
Bryan
Digital Communications Specialist
Date published: 2025-01-10
According to the instructions, when installed properly, the handle turns clockwise for hot/counterclockwise for cold. This is reversed from the original 600 series and seems backwards. Why is this and is there any way to reverse the directions?
Hello JackR,
Thank you for your question about the Delta Faucet RP54870 Renovation Kit - 600 Series Tub & Shower. I apologize for any difficulty finding this information. We are happy to help!
Using the RP20111 conversion ball, the new lever handle will operate like a knob handle – push up for on; twist left for hot; twist right for cold.
To reverse the handle, the hot and cold supply lines can be reversed.
We appreciate your business and look forward to continuing to serve you!
Best regards,
Bryan
Date published: 2024-03-28
Do you have this kit in brushed nickel?
Delta faucet series? It is a shower only faucet. You push the knob handle up to turn on, push left for hot and right for cold. It takes the RP#70 ball valve with the slot in the ball. There is a pin in the valve body. This kit doesn't work.
Hello Valued Customer,
Thanks so much for contacting Delta Faucet Company!
The Renovation Kit Model#: RP54870 updates the 600 Series tub and shower valve trim.
Please reach out with further questions!
Best Regards,
Kelley
Digital Communications Specialist
Date published: 2024-10-21
My Delta tub faucet has a round knob with an up arrow that controls the water volume, while turning the knob left/right to control hot/cold temperature. Can I buy this with a lever handle? Will it function the same? Identify all required valve trim.
Hello,
Thank you for your question!
Yes, you have a 600 series tub and shower unit and this lever handle will operate in the same manner as the knob handle.
Please reach out with further questions!
Best Regards,
Tim
Digital Communications Specialist
Date published: 2024-06-24
Looking for a 600 series renovation kit in black. Are there any options?
Hello Mike,
Thank you for contacting Delta Faucet Company! I am sorry this information was not readily available, and I am happy to help you!
We currently have our Delta Faucet DELTA® Renovation Kit - 600 Series Tub & Shower MODEL#: RP54870 in Chrome, Stainless, and Venetian Bronze only, Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.
Thank you for being a loyal Delta customer. Please contact us back for any further questions.
Best Regards,
Nicole
Date published: 2024-03-28
My new lever shower handle I used to replace 600 crystal ball series now spins in all directions ? Temp is erratic. My kid won’t use shower bc too hard understand lol
Hello,
Please accept our sincere apology for the inconvenience you are experiencing. We have reached out to you via email to further assist at this time.
Best Regards,
Tim
Digital Communications Specialist
Date published: 2026-05-12
Does this come in black??
Hi Sean,
Thanks for your question regarding RP54870! No, this model is available in Chrome, Stainless, and Venetian Bronze.
Please feel free to contact us with any questions or for further assistance.
Best Regards,
Emma
Digital Communications Specialist
Date published: 2023-05-23
I installed this kit in my shower renovation from the old chrome kit. After installing this kit I do not have hot water anymore. All the way to the left seems to be an equal mix of hot and cold. I have the holes correct on the valve.
Hi ClayMoss! Thank you for contacting us. I apologize about the issue with your faucet but am happy to help. Please feel free to contact us via phone at 1-800-345-3358 for more assistance.
Best Regards, Tim
Date published: 2024-03-28
Is there any way to get this in matte black?
Is there any plan to offer this in Matte Black?
Hello!
Thank you for contacting us at Delta Faucet! I will be happy to help! Unfortunately, we don't currently have a plan or time frame to release this Delta Faucet 600 series renovation kit in a matte black finish. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused.
Best Regards,
Tim
Date published: 2024-03-28
Hello. Is the 600 series tub and shower available in champagne bronze? The champagne bronze icon is shown as a standard finish but the description does not. Thank you
Hello,
Thank you for your question!
Unfortunately we do not offer this trim kit in the champagne bronze finish.
Please reach out with further questions!
Best Regards,
Tim
Digital Communications Specialist
Date published: 2024-07-24
Is this also available with a diverter in the plate with the shower lever? I need one that has that included. It seems I may need to buy two different plates to get what I need.
Hello Melissa,
Thank you for your question! I am happy to help you!
Our Delta RP54870 does not have a push button diverter, It has been updated. If your updating the plate we recommend to plug the diverter using RP2865 and purchase a tub spout with a diverter.
Please contact us back for any further questions.
Best Regards,
Nicole
Date published: 2024-03-28
Is there a renovation kit that has the shower diverter knob right below the main on/off/hot/cold valve? We have the old crystal ball style knob and want to update to a LEVER knob. This kit doesn't show the hole for the shower diverter below the valve.
Hello Main Shower Update Kit,
Thank you for reaching out to Delta Faucet Company!
Our RP54870 fits our 600 series valve and will change the handle from a knob to a lever. With the push button diverter you will need a diverting tub spout and a diverter plug. The diverter plug is RP2865.
We appreciate your inquiry. Please reach out directly if you have further questions!
Best Regards,
Kyra
Digital Engagement Specialist
Date published: 2024-01-31
Do I need a gasket for escutcheon?
Hello Shawn,
Thank you for your question! I am happy to help you!
Our Delta Faucet DELTA® Renovation Kit - 600 Series Tub & Shower MODEL#: RP54870 comes with a gasket attached to the back of the plate, If you would like you could add a light bead of clear silicon around the plate where it hits the wall.
Thank you for being a loyal Delta customer. Please contact us back for any further questions.
Best Regards,
Nicole
Date published: 2024-03-28
Looing for RP54870 type kit in "brushed nickel" finish because I do not want to change my in-wall valve. Do you have any suggestions? How close is the "stainless steel" finish versus "brushed nickel"?
Hi James Reinhart,
Thank you for your question regarding our Delta Faucet RP54870.
The finish of stainless steel is always shiny, whereas brushed nickel has a matte or semigloss finish. Overall Stainless-Steel finish is almost identical to the Brushed Nickel finish.
Please feel free to contact us directly for technical information at 800-345-3358. We are available Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Eastern Standard Time. Thank you for being a loyal Delta Faucet customer. Best Regards, Themar Digital Communications Specialist (800) 345-3358 customerservice@deltafaucet.com
Date published: 2024-04-20
I see no O rings in the photo for RP54870. Does the metal handle design for the ball valve eliminate O rings?
Hi KSC808,
Thank you for your question about the Delta Faucet RP54870 renovation kit for a 600 series faucet.
The valve is sealed with the rubber seats and with the rubber on the side of the cam and packing.
Please reach out with any additional questions!
Best Regards,
Bryan
Digital Communications Specialist
Date published: 2023-07-31
hi, my 600 series shower faucet has a push button diverter valve which trim kit do i need?
Hello Valued Customer,
Thank you for contacting Delta Faucet Company!
You can use this kit with the existing push-button-diverter with the RP6046 escutcheon plate, however, you can also plug the push-button-diverter and purchase a tub spout that has a diverter.
We appreciate your inquiry. Please reach out directly if you have further questions!
Best Regards,
Kyra
Digital Communications Specialist
Date published: 2025-06-30
I am trying to replace my shower faucet. I think I have a 600 series. The old acrylic knob style. I would like to replace it with a handle like this one. Not sure if it would work. I could attach pics, but not sure how here.
Hi Valued Customer, Thank you for your question regarding our Delta Faucet RP54870.
We have reached out to you directly.
Thank you for being a loyal Delta Faucet customer.
Best Regards,
Themar Digital Communications Specialist (800) 345-3358 customerservice@deltafaucet.com
Date published: 2024-05-08
do any of the series 600 trim kits come in matte black?
Thank you for your question, PaulO! No, the RP54870 conversion kit is not available in the Matte Black finish. We also never manufactured a 600 series trim kit in the Matte Black finish.
Best Regards, Benjamin
Date published: 2024-03-28
i have never seen this kit in operation. if you have the 600 series with a push button diverter at the bottom of the escutcheon plate how to you start the shower after installing RP54870? do you also need to replace the tub spout?
Hi old faucet guy,
Thanks so much for contacting Delta Faucet Company about the RP54870SS!
The push button diverter is no longer used with this trim kit. In order to properly update your shower is to plug the push button diverter and purchase a diverter tub spout.
Please contact us directly if you have any questions or need additional assistance.
Best Regards,
Nicole
Digital Communications Specialist
Date published: 2024-03-28
We have a gold color 600 Series tub faucet (with a diverter as part of the valve) that we want to change to a bronze color. We found a renovation kit RP54870RB but it did not have the diverter .Do you have a RP5645 diverter in a bronze color?
Hello Robert,
Thank you for your question about the Delta Faucet model RP54870 Renovation Kit - 600 Series Tub & Shower. I apologize for any difficulty finding this information. We are happy to help!
The RP5649 push-button diverter is not currently available in Venetian bronze. We apologize for any inconvenience.
https://www.deltafaucet.com/parts/product/RP5649.html
To use this renovation kit with a faucet with a push-button diverter, we recommend using the RP2865 diverter plug and a diverter tub spout.
https://www.deltafaucet.com/parts/product/RP2865.html
Please reach out directly at customerservice@deltafaucet.com or 1-800-345-DELTA if you have any questions or need additional assistance. Thank you for being a loyal Delta Faucet customer.
Best regards,
Bryan
Date published: 2024-03-28
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