Bottom sash balance clips : SWISCO.com

Quick Learner from Port St Lucie FA

Dec 2, 2023 11:11 am

There are no markings on the part or the window
They are non tilt windows and I believe block and tackle balance
It looks as though the upper clips are also missing

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Bob from SWISCO

Dec 3, 2023 11:26 pm

Thanks for posting. This Top Sash Guide might be our 18-188. But compare an undamaged version to the dimensions listed below, and let me know if this matches what you have.

Alternate view of 18-188

Quick Learner from Port St Lucie FA

Dec 6, 2023 11:34 am

These are the same
I take it that these clips catch the balance when closing. Correct?

Bob from SWISCO

Dec 7, 2023 11:19 am

It's more accurate to say that they hold the balance in at all times. Balances are under constant tension when installed and therefore without these guides they would shoot up to the top of your track. They're a necessary to component to allow the balance to regulate the operation of the sash.