Counter balance for window replacement

Home Owner from Kentucky

Jul 5, 2012 9:28 pm

I need to replace the counter balances in my windows that are 26 years old. I just bought a townhome, and have to keep the same windows or replace them with specific specifications. Therefore, I thought if I could find the counter balance that would work with the certain window that that would be easier.

Here is the information I found for the window:

Mfg stipulates conformity to: ansi/aama 101-85
Mfgr code: NOR-1
Series: 2000DH-R30/DH-C30
Mst: 4776

Thank you for any information you can give me.
Melanie

A customer submitted photo of a spiral balance.

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Tom from SWISCO

Jul 16, 2012 9:47 am

EXPERT

Thanks for posting, Melanie. You have what is known as a Spiral Balance. I would be more than happy to help you identify the correct replacement, I just need a bit more information about the balance itself.

First, is your window tilt, or non-tilt? Also, what is the length and diameter of the metal tube?

Quick Learner from kentucky

Jul 16, 2012 12:04 pm

Length of silver tube is 24 in for most and 16 in for kitchen dia appears to be 9 16ths inch

Tom from SWISCO

Jul 16, 2012 12:13 pm

EXPERT

Thank you. I just need to know if these windows are tilt or non-tilt, and I can work from there!

Quick Learner from Kentucky

Jul 16, 2012 6:03 pm

I am so sorry! It is tilt. I completely forgot to add that to the previous reply.
Thank you,
Melanie

Tom from SWISCO

Jul 17, 2012 7:59 am

EXPERT

Thank you! That should be all the information I need. It sounds like you may have a Series 600 spiral balance. Please take a look at our S600-24 with a red tip. Does that look like it will work for you?

Remember that the red tip for this balance can carry a sash weight range of 7 through, and including, 29 pounds. You may want to double check that just in case.

Please keep in mind that the weight range 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.

Quick Learner from Kentucky

Jul 19, 2012 10:49 am

What do I need to do to order the replacements? Also, is there a different counter balance I need for the 16 inch one with the 9/16th diameter?

Thank you,
Melanie

Tom from SWISCO

Jul 19, 2012 11:15 am

EXPERT

All of our parts can be found on our main site. You can click on the links provided for the S600-24, add the quantity you desire to your cart, and then check out!

As for the 16" balance, please see our S600-16. Now, the red tip option for this shorter balance can support a window sash weight range of 6 through, and including, 18 pounds. Does that match the smaller sash weight? If not, let me know what it is, and I can recommend an appropriate tip color!

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