Please help me identify this part

Handy Person from Camarillo ca

May 3, 2014 9:40 pm

Hi
I need 32" balancer for a milgard non foldout window. 1/2" wide.
Attracted are pictures of the ends. Could you please help me with the correct replacement.
Thank you.

User submitted photos of a window balance.

26 5 BS CALDWELL

6 Replies

Casey from SWISCO

May 6, 2014 10:41 am

This looks a lot like our Series 385 channel balance. However, usually a balance with a stamp of 26 5 measures 27", not 32". You may want to double check the length of the metal channel just in case.

Quick Learner from Camarillo

May 6, 2014 11:17 am

Thank you for the response.
Yes you are correct. I re-measured and it is 27".

I will order series 385.

What do the options 2610, 2620,.....etc mean? which option do I pick?

Thanks again.

Casey from SWISCO

May 6, 2014 11:50 am

You likely need the 2650 stamp option, to check, remove the window sash and place it on a scale. A pair of S385-27 with stamp 2650 will carry a window sash weight range of 26 though and including 30 pounds.

This 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 Camarillo ca

May 8, 2014 12:25 pm

Thank you.

I weight the sash. It was 25.5 lbs. Is it close enough to go with 2650?

Regards,

Tom from SWISCO

May 8, 2014 1:19 pm

You should probably go with the 2640 option, since your sash weight is just under 26 pounds.