Milgard Window Balancer(s)

Tom from SWISCO

Jun 8, 2018 1:41 pm

This is a Series 380 or Series 385 balance. If the depth is really 1", choose S380-33. If it's more than 1", choose S385-33. Measure incredibly closely to be sure that it's 1", because it looks iffy. Balance number (1) would use the "3250" weight option and balance number (2) would use "3240." These are available when you go to place an order on our site. You can see the two shoes below for comparison.

Comparison of 15-004 and 15-005

6 Replies

Quick Learner from Los Angeles

Jun 8, 2018 1:44 pm

I have several with different numbers for different windows.

1. 32 5 JV CMC 2 (its 33 inches long) the boot thing is 1" and with of bar is 1/2".

2. 32 4 JV CMC 7 (2x) its also 33 long, same as above on all.

I have a few more but haven't taken them out but wanted to know what the numbers meant so I can find the right parts.

Quick Learner from Los Angeles

Jun 8, 2018 5:16 pm

This is the photo I took. I think it's 1" but wanting to make sure.

Tom from SWISCO

Jun 11, 2018 9:54 am

Yes, that looks like 1". Thanks for visiting SWISCO!

Quick Learner from Los Angeles

Jun 13, 2018 4:45 pm

Which sash guide should I use with Milgard window with these balance?

Tom from SWISCO

Jun 15, 2018 12:13 pm

Milgard used a variety of top sash guides, actually! The most common are 18-008 and 18-188. Please compare yours to ours to see if it matches. If not, show us yours, along with dimensions.