Window balancing

Handy Person from San Jose, CA

previous order didn't fit on 1 side S350-21 option 2030

need replacement weight of the moveable part 12.9 lb

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Casey from SWISCO
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Hello,

We'd be happy to look into this for you but we'll need a bit more information to narrow down your options. If you could show us the connecting point between the spring and pulley inside the metal channel, that would help us confirm if our stock balances could work for your repair or if they would need to be special ordered. Thank you!

Handy Person from San Jose, CA

Hello,

thank you for looking into it.

I can remove the stuff reducer on the sash of the window and then regular profile should fit into it (pic 3106, 3108).

Pic 3104 shows the frame.

Regards Christoph

Casey
Casey from SWISCO
SWISCO
Expert

The profile or size of the balances is not the issue. The connecting point between the spring and pulley impacts the calibration and the way the balances function when installed. We'll need to see the spring and pulley connection of your balance to know what to recommend for your window.

Handy Person from San Jose, CA
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Casey
Casey from SWISCO
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Thanks for getting back to us. Assuming this balance used the same winged top as the assembly shown in your original post, you could have either the S380-21 or S385-21 channel balance. You’ll need to measure as shown below. The Series 380 has a 1" bottom attachment, and the Series 385 has a 1-3/32" attachment. 

You'll also need 2030 spring strength options for your replacement balances. Thank you and let us know if you have any other questions or concerns.

Comparison of the S378, S380 and S385 balance shoes.
Comparison of the S378, S380 and S385 balance shoes.

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