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Coradco balance, S751?

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Handy Person from NJ
May 20, 2012 7:29 am
I have older Coradco windows that drop so I'm looking to replace the balances. The only marking/number I can find is 20, I've attached a picture. The knife lock shoes are the same as your 15-014's.

I pulled the balance out. It is identical to the S751 ribbed series. It is 21" long so I assume I order the 21" S751? I see three parts listed: 20TG, 20HD, 20R, what is the difference? I'm kind of curious why the part number starts with 20 for a 21" balance.
A user submited photo of window channel balance
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Paul
Paul from SWISCO
May 30, 2012 1:10 pm
SWISCO
Expert
Thanks for posting! For many channel balances, the first two numbers of the stamp are one digit less than its length. There are exceptions of course, but traditionally that is the case. A stamp of 20 on a 21" Series 751 balance makes sense. However, do you have any other letters or markings on your stamp? Does it only say 20?

If there are no other markings, we will need to know the weight of your sash. This will help us determine the appropriate option for you to select.

Also, you may want to look at our 19-030 Long S-clip. That looks like it may match your top clip.
Handy Person from NJ
May 30, 2012 2:13 pm
Hi Paul - There are no other markings on the balance, only the 20. Is there a way to determine the sash weight other than the obvious which is to take it out and weigh it? This is a double pain, wood framed sash roughly 30x22.
Paul
Paul from SWISCO
May 30, 2012 2:45 pm
SWISCO
Expert
Unfortunately, the only way to determine your sash weight is to remove it from your window and weight it on a scale.
Quick Learner from NJ
Jun 17, 2012 8:35 am
I finally got the sash weighed. Each sash is 14 pounds. Thanks
Paul
Paul from SWISCO
Jun 18, 2012 8:21 am
SWISCO
Expert
Thanks for getting back to us! I recommend that you select the 20R stamp option. Two S751-21 channel balances with the 20R stamp option can carry a window sash weight of 10 through and including 17 pounds.

Please keep in mind that the weight range capacity information is based on 2 balances per sash. Balances are designed assuming friction in the jamb weather-strip will carry a portion of the sash weight. Suggested sash weights are approximate.
Handy Person from NJ
Jun 25, 2012 7:03 am
Success! Four channel balances replaced and the sashes are functioning as they should. One install note that should be pointed out as a supplement to the install video, the knife lock points need to be pointing inward to function properly. I made the mistake and then corrected. Thanks for all of your help.
Paul
Paul from SWISCO
Jun 25, 2012 8:26 am
SWISCO
Expert
Great news! I'm glad everything worked out.
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