Window Balance Help

Quick Learner from Tennessee
Hi. The window balances that I am needing to replace are 24 inches long and 1/2 inch in width. They have 23 C written on the side in one direction and then what looks like an incomplete 3 and .S.I. written in another direction. Thank you for any help!
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Quick Learner from Tennessee
The depth of the channel is 5/8". The top and bottom are nonwinged, and I think the bottom plastic is 1 1/8 inches in width. I think I need this piece here: https://www.swisco.com/24-inch/pd/Series-390-Channel-Balances/S390-24
Bob
Bob from SWISCO
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If the depth of the bottom nylon shoe is 1-1/8", then this is indeed an S390-24. You'll need a stamp option of 2330. Let me know if you have any other questions. 

Quick Learner from Maryland
Hi, I need to replace a total of 12 individual NuPrime complete channel balances (45 yrs old) that measure 24 1/2 inches long not including the plastic pieces at the ends and 1/2 inch wide. The balance has a numbered stamp of 2430 BSI as you see in the photos. The S390-24 looks to be the closet match. Not sure what to do about the length since it is a 1/2 inch off. Do I need to order 24 or 25 inches long? Thanks for your help!
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Casey
Casey from SWISCO
SWISCO
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Hello,

It looks like you have either our S351, with a 15-002 bottom attachment, or S390, with a 15-001 bottom attachment. Take a look at the image below to determine which balance you'll need. You'll also need a 2430 spring strength option for your replacement balances. 

As for your question about the length, your 2430 stamp leads me to believe that this should be a 25" balance. It's possible that someone might have cut it down when they were repairing the window in the past, though I can't be sure why. I would recommend checking an identical window in the house to confirm the series and length. Also, make sure to only measure the metal channel, not including the end attachments. Thank you!



Comparison of the S351 and S390 balance shoes.
Comparison of the S351 and S390 balance shoes.
Quick Learner from Maryland
Thank you for your helpful information Casey. I measured several other of the metal channels without including the attachments and they all measure 24 1/2 ". Will a 24" channel work? Perhaps they were all custom cut when they were installed. The NuPrime instructions are dated 1974. The house was built in 1926. I confirmed I have the S390 with the 15-001 bottom attachment (1 1/16). Thanks again!
Casey
Casey from SWISCO
SWISCO
Expert

We actually just sent over a separate email with a custom order link and price quote for two 24.5" replacement balances. Take a look and please let us know if you have any other questions. Thank you!

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