What Is the Ella Transfer30 30x52 Wheelchair-Accessible Walk-In Tub?
Updated November 2026
The Ella Transfer30 is the standard-size member of Ella's wheelchair-accessible Transfer family: an acrylic walk-in tub with an actual size of 30 inches wide by 52 inches long by 40 inches tall, a 22 inch wide molded seat, and an oversized L-shaped outward-swing door that opens 172 degrees and leaves the seat side open so a bather can slide straight across from a wheelchair. It holds 80 gallons unoccupied and 35 to 65 gallons occupied, ships with an 8 inch extension panel for a 60 inch alcove, and can be ordered as a soaking tub or with hydro, air, independent foot massage and microbubble packages. Which Ella Wheelchair Transfer walk-in tub sizes are available: 26x52, 30x52 or 32x52? places it beside its narrower and wider siblings, and this page gathers the Transfer30's own spec sheet figures.
Size, Weight and Capacity from the Spec Sheet
The current Transfer30 spec sheet lists an actual size of 30 by 52 by 40 inches and a shipping size of 33 by 55 by 50 inches, so the crate rather than the tub is what has to pass through doorways and hallways on delivery day. Net weight is 220 pounds and shipping weight is 366 pounds. The seat is 22 inches wide, and the dimension drawing shows an interior length of 43 3/4 inches with a width of 29 1/4 inches at the drawing's callout. Unoccupied water capacity is 80 gallons, and occupied capacity is 35 to 65 gallons depending on the bather. The inch and gallon figures printed on the spec sheet are the authoritative specifications where an older chart or brochure shows something different. The stainless steel frame has adjustable leveling legs so your installer can set the tub true on the floor.
The L-Shaped Transfer Door
The door is what makes the Transfer30 a transfer tub. It is an outward-swing door made of plastic composite and tempered glass, secured by a 2 latch gear and shaft mechanism, and the drawing shows it opening 172 degrees. Because the door is L-shaped it removes the sidewall beside the seat as well as the front, so there is no tub wall to lift the legs over when sliding from a wheelchair onto the 22 inch seat. The Transfer tub video on this page shows the extra wide L-shaped door, notes that it fits over the toilet in a tight room, and shows the two-latch lock that gives a leak-proof seal. The full 172 degree swing means the floor in front of the door side has to stay clear, so plan the toilet and vanity positions around it.
What Every Transfer30 Includes
- Acrylic shell in gloss white, fiberglass gelcoat reinforced, on a stainless steel frame with adjustable leveling legs.
- Outward-swing door with the 2 latch gear and shaft mechanism.
- Removable front apron with two access panels for service.
- One reversible end panel and an 8 inch extension panel, which is what lets a 52 inch tub finish inside a standard 60 inch alcove.
- Stainless steel chrome finish deck and wall-mounted grab bar.
- Dual Drain Technology: two 2 inch 4-port PVC drains with 2 end caps, 2 overflows and 2 stainless-steel operated openers with extended chrome handles.
- The 5 piece fast fill faucet set, rated up to 18 gallons per minute at 60 PSI under ideal in-home plumbing conditions, with two 5 foot 3/4 inch supply lines and a pull-out chrome hand shower on a 5 foot retractable braided hose.
A heated seat and backrest is optional, and the Transfer family also offers an optional digital controller. The videos show the four-fold glass screen as a shower curtain alternative and the shower column with an adjustable rain shower head as add-ons.
Therapy Packages and Jet Counts
There is no single jet count for the Transfer30, because the count is determined by the therapy package you choose, and the spec sheet figures for each package are correct for that package. The sheet lists five configurations: Soaking with no jets; Hydro Massage alone; Hydro plus Air; Hydro plus Hydro Independent Foot Massage; and Hydro Massage plus Microbubble.
- Hydro Massage: a 7A pump, intensity dial air control, on/off push control, ozone sterilization at 0.04A, an in-line water heater at 6A and 650W, and 22 jets, 16 at the seat and 6 at the feet. The LED chromatherapy light is not included in the hydro-only package.
- Hydro plus Air: adds a 4.5A 500W three-speed air pump with auto-purge, which activates 20 minutes after the pump shuts down, and this package carries 17 air jets, 11 at the seat and 6 at the feet, plus 11 hydro jets, 5 back jets and 6 foot jets.
- Hydro plus Hydro Foot Massage: two hydro pumps, 5A and 7A, with two intensity dials, so the foot and calf jets run on their own pump and you can enjoy a foot massage without filling the whole tub, as the video shows.
- Microbubble Therapy: a 1 HP 7.3A pump with a pressure vessel, on/off push control and agitator valve.
The LED chromatherapy light, rated 0.5A with an on/off push control, is included with the dual packages, Hydro plus Air, Hydro plus Micro and Hydro plus Hydro. Ozone sterilization is included on every jetted package. The Transfer60 spec sheet calls for a dedicated GFCI protected 115/120V 60Hz line, and your electrician should confirm the electrical requirement for your Transfer30 package from its own spec sheet. Which wheelchair accessible walk-in tubs come with jets and a heated seat? covers the therapy options across the family.
How the Transfer30 Compares with the Other Transfer Tubs
| Model | Actual size | Seat width | Water capacity | Weight and crate | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transfer26 | 26 x 52 x 40 inches | 19 inches | 75 gallons unoccupied, 35 to 55 occupied | 205 lbs net, 300 lbs shipping, 29 x 60 x 50 inch crate | Petite to average bathers and the smallest bathrooms |
| Transfer30 | 30 x 52 x 40 inches | 22 inches | 80 gallons unoccupied, 35 to 65 occupied | 220 lbs net, 366 lbs shipping, 33 x 55 x 50 inch crate | A standard alcove with a wider seat than the Transfer26, the most popular size |
| Transfer32 | 32 x 52 x 40 inches | 24 inches | 107 gallons unoccupied, 45 to 65 occupied | 215 lbs net, 373 lbs shipping, 35 x 55 x 50 inch crate | A broader bather who still needs a 52 inch length |
| Transfer60 | 29.5 x 60 x 40 inches | 22 inches | 90 gallons unoccupied, 55 to 75 occupied | 220 lbs net, 300 lbs crated, 34 x 62 x 50 inch crate | A full 60 inch opening with the longest seat and footwell |
| TransferXXL | 36 x 55 inches nominal | not listed | not listed | not listed | Bariatric bathers who need extra width |
What the table means: the three 52 inch Transfer tubs share the same length and height, so the choice among them is width and seat width, which climb from 19 inches to 24 inches as the tub widens from 26 to 32 inches. The Transfer30 sits in the middle with the standard 30 inch width and a 22 inch seat, which is why it is the most popular member of the family. The Transfer60 keeps the same 22 inch seat but spends 8 more inches of length on leg room, and the TransferXXL adds width rather than length. Jets do not narrow the choice, because every model is offered as a soaking tub as well as with packages; What is the shortest wheelchair transfer tub and which come without jets? ranks the no-jet versions.
Planning a Transfer30 Installation
Measure the delivery route against the 33 by 55 by 50 inch crate, and measure the alcove against the 30 by 52 actual size plus the 8 inch extension panel. Leave the floor in front of the door clear for the 172 degree swing. The tub carries a lifetime limited warranty on the shell, frame, door and parts to the original purchaser at the original address, with labor and installation not covered, and the warranty must be activated after installation. A licensed local plumber and electrician do the installation, and your Ella dealer or the team at (800) 480-6850 can confirm the package and the door side for your bathroom.
Chapters in this video
- 0:00 L-Shaped Outward Swing Door Tub Ella's Bubbles presents an L-shaped outward swing door wheelchair-accessible acrylic walk-in tub.
- 0:46 Extra-Wide L-Shaped Door The tub features an extra-wide L-shaped door that fits over the toilet and provides easy access.
- 1:07 Dual Drain Technology And Chromatherapy This tub features Ella's dual drain technology for fast draining and includes light chromatherapy for a relaxing visual element.
- 1:23 Optional Heated Seat And Shower An optional heated seat and backrest add comfort, and the tub is available with a four-fold glass screen or a walk-in tub shower column.
Watch: Wheelchair-Accessible Transfer Acrylic Walk-In Tub with L-Shaped Door | Ella’s Bubbles with chapters and a full transcript.
Chapters in this video
- 0:00 Introducing the Ella Transfer Tub This chapter introduces the Ella Transfer walk-in tub, highlighting its extra-wide L-shaped door and secure latch system.
- 0:24 Safety and Comfort Features This chapter showcases the tub's low threshold, textured floor, and strategically placed jets for air and hydro massage.
- 1:04 Advanced Therapeutic Options This chapter details the easy-touch function buttons, aromatherapy, grab bars, MicroBubble therapy, and 3-speed air massage with auto purge.
- 1:40 Hydrotherapy and Sterilization This chapter highlights the adjustable hydrotherapy massage, inline water heater, independent foot massage, ozone sterilization, and chromotherapy.
- 2:09 Efficient Dual Drain Technology This chapter explains the best-in-class dual drain technology that ensures quick and efficient tub drainage.
Watch: Ella's Acrylic Transfer Walk-In Tub: Wheelchair Accessible & Senior Friendly | Ella's Bubbles with chapters and a full transcript.
Related Guides
- Which Ella Wheelchair Transfer walk-in tub sizes and door options exist?
- How Do You Transfer From a Wheelchair Into an Ella Walk-In Tub?
- Operating the L-Shape Transfer Door: Front Handle, Closing, and Wheelchair Entry
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Chapters in this video
- 0:00 S-Class Walk-In Tub Overview Ella's Bubbles introduces the S-Class 3052 and 3060 low-entry walk-in tubs, highlighting their dimensions and comfortable seating.
- 0:18 Safety Features and Construction The video showcases the low threshold, textured floor, durable acrylic surface, grab bars, and a secure door latch for safety and ease of use.
- 0:39 Innovative Jetting and Heating Ella's Bubbles details the three-speed air massage with auto purge and the hydro massage system, which includes an inline water heater and intensity control.
- 1:02 Fast Drain and Faucet Options The S-Class tub features oversized drain openers for fast drainage and an available 5-piece fast-fill faucet set with an extendable showerhead.
- 1:19 Threshold Height and Installation The video explains the 3-inch threshold height, the need for subfloor access, and the included supply lines for the faucet set.
- 1:34 Electrical and Available Options Ella's Bubbles demonstrates the easy electrical connections to a GFCI outlet and mentions optional features like a glass screen and heated seat.
Common Questions
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About this guide. Answers in the Ella’s Bubbles Support Center are compiled from real conversations with tub owners, our technicians’ notes and the product documentation, then reviewed by our team. Tub models and options have evolved over the years, so a detail here may differ slightly from your exact tub. If something looks different on yours, send us your serial number and a specialist will confirm it for your model.
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