Replace Harcar window balance rods

A handy person from Ocala, Florida says:
May 22, 2023
Harcar single hung non-tilt windows

Channel balance rods.

Only marking is 2830.

Channel length is 29" measuring only metal.

30" with plastic clips.

Channel width 9/16" so I believe that is 1/2" in trade.
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Jasmine from SWISCO responded:
May 23, 2023

Thanks for writing in! Your channel balance is either the S380-29 with a 1" shoe or the S385-29 with a 1-3/32" shoe. To determine which series is needed for your window, look over the dimensions from the diagram below to confirm the depth of your bottom shoe.

Let me know if it does not match either measurement. You'll need to select the 2830 stamp for a 16 to 23lb window.

Comparison of the S380 and S385 balance shoes.
Comparison of the S380 and S385 balance shoes.
29" Series 380 Channel Balance
29" Series 380 Channel Balance
S380-29
$11.10
29" Series 385 Channel Balance
29" Series 385 Channel Balance
S385-29
$11.10
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