Sash Balance 26 5 FW CMC 10

Handy Person from Valencia, CA
I have a broken balance with a part number 26 5 FW CMC 10, 1/2"W x 27"L

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Tom
Tom from SWISCO
SWISCO
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Thanks for posting! Before I can offer an applicable replacement for this channel balance, I just need to know a bit more information about the bottom attachment. Please take a look at our 15-004 and 15-005 channel balance shoes, and note their depths. As you can see, they are 1-3/32" deep and 1" deep, respectively. Which one more closely matches your own bottom attachment? Just by eyeballing it, I think it looks similar to 15-004, but please confirm for me.
Handy Person from Valencia, CA
It appears to be 1"
Tom
Tom from SWISCO
SWISCO
Expert
Thank you. In that case, I think you should look at our Series 380 channel balance. Just make sure that all the dimensions match, just in case! Based on your stamp, I think your metal channel is 27". Is that correct?

I would also recommend the 2650 stamp option. This can carry a window sash weight range of 26 through 30 pounds. Does your sash's weight fall within that range?

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.
Handy Person from Valencia, CA
Excellent thanks. The channel is 27" and the window sashes are pretty heavy. Each window definitely contains two balances, so I think you're about right on the weight. I'll go with the heaviest version.

Thanks for all the help!
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