BSI 2501 window balance

Handy Person from Covington Washington
Help with window balances marked 2501 BSI MK. I can't find this exactly and need to replace these. Please help. 
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Jasmine
Jasmine from SWISCO
SWISCO
Expert

Hey there,

Thanks for reaching out! There is a good chance we can provide you with a part recommendation for this balance but there are a few more details I'll need to see to confirm we have the replacements.

To start, may I see the from of the balance shoe? Please also confirm the length of the metal channel and the exact weight of the sash. Unfortunately, I am not able to cross-reference the stamp on your balances with the options available for ours.

Please feel free to reach out with any other questions you might have.

Handy Person from Covington Washington
The balance weighs 268 grams. The length of the metal is 26" long. It is 9/16" thick. 
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Jasmine
Jasmine from SWISCO
SWISCO
Expert

Hello,

The weight I am requesting is of the window sash, not the balances themselves. 

The weight of the sash will help to determine the amount of tension the balance springs will need to have to properly support the sash when opening the window.

Please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions you might have!

Handy Person from Covington Washington
17.6 lbs
Jasmine
Jasmine from SWISCO
SWISCO
Expert

Thanks for confirming. Your balance can be replaced with either the S380-26 or the S385-26. You'll need to measure your shoe's depth to confirm which of these is the correct replacement.

You can use the 2530 stamp option, which will support a sash weighing 15 to 19 lbs.

Comparison of the S378, S380 and S385 balance shoes.
Comparison of the S378, S380 and S385 balance shoes.

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