Delta
Conversion Kit - 1500 Series to 17 Series in Chrome
Best upgrade for homeowners modernizing older shower valve systems.
Upgrade your shower with the Delta RP29405 Shower Conversion Kit, finished in sleek Chrome. This kit seamlessly transitions your existing 1500 Series Delta shower valve to the more advanced 17 Series, ensuring enhanced compatibility and modern functionality. Designed for straightforward integration, it offers a reliable and practical solution for updating your bathroom fixtures without a complete overhaul. Embrace Delta's quality and innovation with this durable and stylish conversion kit, perfect for meeting your daily showering needs.
$185.41
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
3
/ 912
#3 in Bathroom Accessories
Price vs Category Average
-58%
Below average
Model
29405
/ RP
Who it's for
- Shower users seeking precise temperature and volume control
- Homeowners wanting modern upgrades without expensive plumbing demolition
- Design-conscious renovators looking for current, stylish trim options
Who should skip it
- Budget-focused shoppers preferring the lowest cost maintenance option
- DIY beginners uncomfortable with complex valve configuration adjustments
- Designers matching fixtures to non-chrome bathroom hardware
Performance breakdown
Installation Simplicity
Straightforward design allows for a seamless valve upgrade without major plumbing.
Compatibility Range
Perfectly bridges the gap between legacy 1500 and modern 17 series.
Build Durability
Stainless steel construction ensures long-term reliability in high-moisture shower environments.
Finish Aesthetic
Classic chrome plating provides a clean, polished look for any bathroom.
Functional Modernization
Effectively upgrades older valve systems to current, high-performance showering standards.
Component Authenticity
Genuine Delta engineering guarantees a precise fit and reliable operation.
Key Specs
Model
RP29405
Series Conversion
1500 Series to 17 Series
Finish
Chrome
Material
Stainless Steel
Filter Type
Permanent Reusable
Filter Shape
Basket
Compatible Filter Size
8-12 Cup Flat Bottom
Features
- Converts 1500 Series to 17 Series
- Ensures shower valve compatibility
- Durable Chrome finish
- Genuine Delta replacement part
- Modernizes shower functionality
- Easy integration
What customers say
This Delta Conversion Kit offers an outstanding value by delivering a major aesthetic and functional upgrade to older showers. Users consistently praise the simple installation process, often completed quickly by DIYers. The high quality chrome finish instantly modernizes the look, perfectly matching contemporary Delta fixtures. Functionally, upgrading to the 17 Series cartridge provides superior temperature control and pressure balance, significantly improving the daily shower experience. While confirming compatibility with very old valves is necessary, most customers find this kit successfully bridges legacy plumbing with modern design standards, resulting in high satisfaction and strong recommendations for its ease of use and immediate visual impact.
Know before you buy
No, this conversion kit is designed to upgrade your shower functionality without requiring you to tear out the existing valve body behind the wall.
The 17 Series offers more advanced temperature control, typically providing separate handles for volume and temperature, which allows for a more precise and consistent showering experience.
Yes, the RP29405 is an authentic Delta replacement part, ensuring it meets the brand's manufacturing standards for fit and durability.
The kit features a standard chrome finish designed to coordinate with Delta's classic chrome aesthetic, making it a seamless match for most existing chrome hardware.
While the kit is designed for straightforward integration, it involves working with your shower's internal valve components. If you are comfortable with basic plumbing repairs, it is manageable, but we recommend consulting a professional if you are unsure about your plumbing setup.
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