Spring mechanism for a tilt window

Landlord from Tinton Falls, New Jersey

Dec 4, 2018 3:51 pm

Hello,

I have two bedroom windows that won't remain open. I believe the spring mechanism is broken on both. There are no names, numbers, or markings on the piece. It was enclosed in a plastic sleeve. The attached photo shows the spring outside the sleeve. It's just over 29" in length.

The windows are more than 20 years old. I don't know the manufacturer.

Can you advise?

6 Replies

Bob from SWISCO

Dec 7, 2018 1:48 pm

Hi, and thanks for posting. Could you confirm that the tube is 29"? We only count the tube for length, not the spring. Just want to be sure!

Landlord from Tinton Falls, New Jersey

Dec 7, 2018 3:10 pm

Hey. Thanks for the reply.

Just measured it -- the tube alone is 28".

Paul from SWISCO

Dec 10, 2018 12:54 pm

Okay the tube is 28". Now if the tube is 3/8" diameter, go with Series 900-28". If it is 5/8", go with Series 600-28". Please note our tubes are metal not plastic. You will also need the color of the nylon bearing when ordering. Review the media guides alongside this post for more information.

Landlord from Tinton Falls, New Jersey

Dec 18, 2018 5:01 pm

Bob and Paul, this was helpful.

Thank you!

Bob from SWISCO

Dec 19, 2018 8:01 am

Glad we could help! If you have any other questions just let us know.