Window Balance

A quick learner from home says:
Hi I was looking for the balance and the shoe for this window. I bought them thru Home Depot like 10 years ago I beleve they are american craftsman windows. The balance tube is 25 inchs long
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Emily from SWISCO responded:

Hello there!

It looks like you have a tilt window which means you want either the 3/8" diameter Series 900 or 5/8" diameter Series 600. You will have to measure the outer tube of your old balance to determine the best match.

We should be able to help with the pivot shoe though I'll need more information. Can you remove it from the window and show us a photo along with the written-out thickness and width dimensions? 

A quick learner from home says:
Hi
Thank you for the quick response, I have attached a photo of the shoe the hight is 2 inches the width is 1 1/4 inches and Thickness is 1/2 inch.

The diamater of the barrel is 3/8
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Emily from SWISCO responded:

Thanks for the additional information! This is a huge help. Our 15-046 measures 1/2" thick and 1-1/4" wide. Take a look at the specifications below and see what you think. 

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Detailed image of the pivot bar slot of the 15-046 pivot shoe.
Detailed image of the pivot bar slot of the 15-046 pivot shoe.

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