NuWhirl DC500-60 Cable Drain Assembly | 45-Inch Chrome
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The DC500-60 uses a 45-inch cable, a 2-inch drain mounting hole, and a 2-1/2-inch overflow mounting hole. Compare these measurements with your existing assembly before ordering.
NuWhirl DC500-60 Walk-In Tub Cable Drain Assembly
The NuWhirl DC500-60 Cable Drain Assembly is a complete cable-operated drain and safety-overflow system used in select Safety Tubs, American Standard, and Safe Step walk-in bathtubs.
Turning the accessible rotary control mechanically opens or closes the drain through the 45-inch actuator cable. This replacement restores dependable drain operation when the original cable binds, breaks, or no longer moves the stopper correctly.
DC500-60 Key Specifications
| Manufacturer | NuWhirl Systems |
|---|---|
| Part Number | DC500-60 |
| Cable Length | 45 inches |
| Drain Connection | 1-1/2-inch plumbing connection |
| Drain Mounting Hole | 2 inches |
| Overflow Mounting Hole | 2-1/2 inches |
| Finish | Chrome |
| Material | Plated copper |
| Operation | Mechanical cable-operated drain |
| Application | Walk-in tub drain and safety overflow |
| Overall Fit | Designed for standard walk-in tub installation spaces |
Compatible Walk-In Tub Applications
The DC500-60 has been used in select walk-in bathtubs sold under the following names:
- Safety Tubs walk-in bathtubs
- American Standard walk-in tubs
- Safe Step walk-in tubs
- Other walk-in tubs originally equipped with a NuWhirl DC500 drain system
Brand name alone does not confirm compatibility. Walk-in tub manufacturers used different drain assemblies across models and production years. Match the following specifications to your existing drain:
- DC500 cable-drain configuration
- 45-inch cable length
- 1-1/2-inch plumbing connection
- 2-inch drain mounting hole
- 2-1/2-inch overflow mounting hole
- White finish and matching control design
What the DC500-60 Replaces
This complete drain and overflow assembly is intended to replace an existing DC500-style system experiencing problems such as:
- Drain control is difficult to turn
- Cable sticks or binds during operation
- Cable has broken internally
- Drain stopper will not remain open or closed
- Control turns without moving the drain stopper
- Drain or overflow components are leaking
- Plated components are corroded or damaged
This listing includes the complete DC500-60 cable drain and overflow assembly shown in the product photos.
If your cable and main drain assembly still work and you only need service hardware, see our NuWhirl DC500 cable drain replacement parts.
Installation and Measurement Notes
- Measure the existing cable and confirm a 45-inch replacement is required.
- Measure the tub openings—not only the visible trim pieces.
- Confirm a 2-inch drain opening and 2-1/2-inch overflow opening.
- Verify the 1-1/2-inch plumbing connection and available routing space.
- Inspect the drain shoe, overflow opening, seals, and surrounding plumbing.
- Use the appropriate plumbing sealant and leak-test all connections after installation.
- Professional installation is recommended when access behind or beneath the tub is limited.
Send Whirly Bros clear photos of the drain control, overflow plate, drain shoe, cable, plumbing connections, and any visible part numbers. We can help compare your existing assembly before you order.
Contact Whirly Bros for part identification
Frequently Asked Questions
Does DC500-60 have a 60-inch cable?
No. This DC500-60 cable drain assembly uses a 45-inch cable. Always measure your original cable before ordering.
What size plumbing connection does it use?
The DC500-60 connects to standard 1-1/2-inch drain plumbing.
What mounting-hole sizes are required?
The assembly is designed for a 2-inch drain mounting hole and a 2-1/2-inch overflow mounting hole.
Will it fit every American Standard or Safe Step walk-in tub?
No. Different drain assemblies were used depending on the tub model and production date. Compare the cable length, mounting holes, plumbing connection, finish, and physical configuration before ordering.
Can I repair my existing DC500 instead of replacing it?
Possibly. Minor damage to the faceplate, handle hardware, hollow screw, or related service components may be repairable. A broken, corroded, or binding cable generally makes complete assembly replacement the more dependable repair.
Related Walk-In Tub Parts
Walk-In Tub Drain and Overflow Kits
American Standard Walk-In Tub Parts
Safe Step Walk-In Tub Replacement Parts
American Standard, Safety Tubs, and Safe Step are trademarks of their respective owners and are referenced only to identify possible product applications. Whirly Bros is an independent replacement-parts retailer and is not affiliated with or endorsed by those brands.
