Spiral Spring Selection

A home owner from New Jersey says:
August 22, 2023
Hello!
I am replacing my spiral springs (3/8"×31") and there are no colored tips on mine. The sash weight is 20 lbs. Should I get red tips or bump up to green? Will a heavier spring capacity improve performance?
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Emily from SWISCO responded:
August 23, 2023

Hi there!

Sure, the green tip option carries 20 pounds. That should be fine. It'd only be an issue if you go all the way up to yellow. 
31" Series 900 Spiral Balance
31" Series 900 Spiral Balance
S900-31
$9.35
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