Replacing Broken Window Balances

Home Owner from Florida
Aug 16, 2024 2:13 pm
Need to replace the balances (both sides) in 5 windows. They are the original windows installed ~17 years ago. Can you please help me identify what parts I need?
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Bob from SWISCO
Aug 17, 2024 2:08 am


Hello there. You might have an S380-29 Channel Balance, where the 28C stamp suggests you should choose a stamp option of 2830. However, please check the 'depth' of the bottom nylon shoe, or the 'heel-to-toe' measurement. See the diagram below for reference. The Series 380 has a 1" deep shoe. If yours is less, please let us know.

Comparison of the S378, S380 and S385 balance shoes.
For the take-out clips, see the 16-002.

Home Owner from Florida
Aug 21, 2024 12:42 pm
I measured the show on the balance I took out and it is 0.9" or ~29/32". Please let me know if I need something else or if you think the S380 might work for my case. Thank you!

Bob from SWISCO
Aug 22, 2024 8:20 am


I think the Series 380 will be fine. These fittings are plastic, so a certain amount of wear is to be expected after years of use. It's very likely your shoe was originally 1" deep.
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