29-Inch Balance Replacement

Question

I have multiple balances in my house that need replacing. I found a comment and response that is very close to my balances here, https://www.swisco.com/discussions/Replacement-for-Milestone-Series-1000-SH-Aluminum-from-Florida-Extruders-International-Inc--77-62650. My balance is 29-inches long with 28C stamped on the site. Width = 9/16". Depth = 1/2" (IMG_5436 appears to show the depth as 9/16"). The window label states CAR#: 279-171; Model: 1000 SH; Rating: H-LC45 940x1829 (34x72). I can post more picture if requested.

It doesn't look like the homeowner followed up on that original post, so I am curious if the recommendation given to him worked out.

Bob · Accepted Answer

Thanks for posting. We never heard back from that customer, so I can't tell you how he made out; however, I can say this is very likely an S380-29 Channel Balance. To confirm however, you'll need to measure the 'depth' of the bottom nylon shoe, or its measurement from heel to toe. The diagram below illustrates what I am talking about. If the depth is 1", then the Series 380 is indeed what you need; but let me know if it is less or greater than this in any way. For a stamp option, choose 2830.

Comparison of the S378, S380 and S385 balance shoes.