This is a good spout, and worthy of 5 stars, except all the information about it is wrong. So I'm writing this to help others.
Below are the actual measurements of Delta RP5833 Tub Spout.
Incorrect data on Amazon is: Thread onto 1/2-Inch IPS nipple- 5/8-Inch to 1-5/8-Inch from wall surface
Incorrect data on package is: Install on 1/2 threaded pipe nipple 3-7/16 to 3-9/16 from wall surface.
The threads are in the nose of the spout.
This ACTUALLY fits where the end of the pipe nipple is 3-13/16 to 3-15/16 inches from the wall.
The ACTUAL distance from the end of the spout to the beginning of the threads is 3-5/8.
The ACTUAL distance from the end of the spout to the end of the threads is 4-1/4... but, because pipe threads are tapered, you likely won't be able to screw this on more than 3-4 turns, unless you file down the threads of the nipple. Each complete turn of the spout on the threads will move it 1/16 inch closer to the wall.
Overall length of spout is 5 1/4.
I replaced my 25 year old rotted out spout. I verified there was no set screw on the bottom indicating a slip on spout. I next probed into one of the rotted out holes to verify there was a 1/2 inch copper pipe in the center of a hollow spout. I tried to unscrew the old spout using a large pair of pliers in the end of the spout. It wouldn't budge under moderate pressure, and I was afraid to apply excessive pressure for fear of damaging the pipe. I used my dremel tool with the cutoff wheel to slice the old spout off. It cut like butter. I cut around it in two places, then sliced those circles lengthwise to remove them. That left the nose of the spout still attached. I again used the dremel to slice some relief cuts into the nose, off the end of the pipe nipple threads. This puts some heat and expansion into the nose, and after a few cuts, I was able to hold the pipe with one set of pliers and twist the nose with another set, and it came loose. I again did not apply excessive force here. Don't damage the pipe nipple threads unless you want to change over to a slip-on spout, which might actually be an easier option.
My pipe nipple extended 4-1/16 inches from the wall. The Home Depot Danco screw-on replacement was only 3-1/2 inches deep to the beginning of the threads in the nose, and for me, when screwed on tight, was still 1/4 inch short of the wall. This Delta RP5833 was 3-5/8 deep to the beginning of the threads, but it would only screw on 3 turns, and was still 1/8 inch short. While test fitting the spout it frequently got stuck and I used a strap wrench to remove it without scratching it.
I couldn't cut off and sweat on a new nipple, because it would lose 1/2 inch and then be too short. I could have unsweated the old nipple like others did, but left that as a last resort.
I could have cut off the nipple and converted to a "slip-on" fitting. This would have been the easiest option. I would have needed to clean the corrosion and scum from the pipe for a good seal.
I elected to file down my tapered pipe nipple threads in order to get 5 turns of the spout, and a snug fit to the wall. Each turn is 1/16 inch closer to the wall. My tapered threads started at .809 - .832. I used a flat file to take off a little OD, then a micro file to cut the threads a little deeper, and continued this until it screwed up snug to the wall at 5 turns. The nipple threads OD ended up about .020 smaller (.790 - .810). I used pipe dope on the threads to prevent galling in the future.
Sorry for the long post, but had I known all this before I started, I would have just cut the nipple off, used a slip on spout from Home Depot, and been done a lot sooner.
| Brand | DELTA FAUCET |
|---|---|
| Mounting Type | Wall Mount |
| Finish Type | Chrome |
| Material | Metal |
| Color | Chrome |
| Hole Count | 1 |
| Handle Type | Lever |
| Style | Traditional |
| Installation Type | Single Hole |
| Item Weight | 0.45 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | Delta Faucet |
| Part Number | RP5833 |
| Item Weight | 7.2 ounces |
| Product Dimensions | 7.9 x 3.9 x 2.9 inches |
| Item model number | RP5833 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Size | 5-1/4 in.(L) |
| Finish | Chrome |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
