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S380-33 33" Series 380 Channel Balance

S380-33 33" Series 380 Channel Balance
Home Owner Portland
Aug 15, 2017
Home Owner from Portland
Aug 15, 2017
Caldwell window balances
looking for two sizes of similar window replacement channels. Vinyl Windows were installed in new home in 1994. Both look similar to S380 or S385) both non-tilt, 1/2 inch channels. 1. 27 inch, 26 4 Caldwell KM 2. 33 inch, 32 3 Caldwell LM
Quick Learner WA
Jun 21, 2017
Quick Learner from WA
Jun 21, 2017
3240 or 3250 option.
Hello, so I have a Caldwell 32 4 LN channel balance with a 33" length and sash weight of 28lbs. In measuring the Channel top and shoe, the dimensions seem matched with the S380-33 (although the shoe measurement is slightly larger than 1" but definitely not 1 3/32" to move to a S385-33). My questi ... (cont.)
Quick Learner Virginia
Apr 5, 2017
Quick Learner from Virginia
Apr 5, 2017
Help identifying correct replacement balance
Can not tell from the pictures on your site which balance I need part S380 or S385. My original part has the stamp 32 4 AN Caldwell. Thank you for your help.
Quick Learner USA
Feb 2, 2017
Quick Learner from USA
Feb 2, 2017
identifying Milgard window channel balance
I need to order replacement channel balancers for my milgard windows but with so many options I'm not sure which is the correct one. Can you tell from the attached pictures which ones I need? The marking on one balancer is: 32 5 CU CMC 2
Home Owner Encinitas, California
Dec 12, 2016
Home Owner from Encinitas, California
Dec 12, 2016
Selecting Correct Replacement Balance Channels
Greetings! I need to order two(2) balance channels. I have the length and spring strength (3240) based on marking on the old channels, but want to make sure I'm ordering the right "top" and "shoe." Attached are photos of the ends of one of my old balances (one of top, two different ... (cont.)
Handy Person calgary
Nov 9, 2016
Handy Person from calgary
Nov 9, 2016
determining my weight
this is two different windows size/weight..... how do i know the weight group
Home Owner Sicklerville, NJ
Jun 30, 2016
Home Owner from Sicklerville, NJ
Jun 30, 2016
Replacement Window Channel Balances
I've enclosed two different window channel balances that I hope you can identify and replace. If you can replace these, I'd like to purchase two of each model initially to test them in my windows. If they work, I'm going to buy a lot more to replace every one in my house as most have now failed and ... (cont.)
Home Owner morgan hill
Jun 29, 2016
Home Owner from morgan hill
Jun 29, 2016
How do I know what sash weight I need
I have a milliard window that I am replacing the balancer. It does not have a stamp. How do I know what weight to buy? Here is the product I am buying. 33" Series 380 Channel Balance Product Code: S380-33
Contractor California
Mar 30, 2016
Contractor from California
Mar 30, 2016
Help in identifying a balance
Please find 5 pictures of the balance. The length is 33 and the width is 1/2. I can't figure out what to order. Thanks in advance for your response.
Quick Learner USA
Mar 17, 2016
Quick Learner from USA
Mar 17, 2016
Home Owner Alexandria, VA
Feb 25, 2016
Home Owner from Alexandria, VA
Feb 25, 2016
Caldwell window balance
I need to replace window balance at my home, please see attached images... 26 4 CALDWELL CM (LENGTH 27INCHES - MENTAL PART) - NEED TOTAL 6 (INCLUDING END PLASTIC FITTINGS) 32 2 CALDWELL LL (LENGTH 33 INCHES - MENTAL PART) - NEED TOTAL 2 (INCLUDING END PLASTIC FITTINGS If you could identify ... (cont.)
Quick Learner
Jul 22, 2015
Quick Learner
Jul 22, 2015
Sash Window Balancer
Dear Sir/Mam: I need your help to identify our window balancers to replace. It is 3250 model. Attached please find images of its both tips and also the code on the balancer. The length of the metal portion is 33 inches. Your help is greatly appreciated! Best, Chunlei
Home Owner california
Jun 16, 2015
Home Owner from california
Jun 16, 2015
32 3 CS CALDWELL replacements
Hello, Pls advise the correct replacements for my channel balances. - Window looks like wood with some sort of plastic finish with double pane, weight is 20 lbs; - stamped 32 3 CS CALDWELL - 33" long, 1/2" width, 1/2" depth - attach pictures show you the plastic attachments at both ends ... (cont.)
Handy Person El Dorado Hills
Mar 11, 2015
Handy Person from El Dorado Hills
Mar 11, 2015
Balance Question
I have some windows that weigh only 15.5-16 lbs but have a 32.30 balancer, and other windows that weigh 18-23 lbs that have the same 32.30 balancers. Should my lighter windows actually use the 32.20 balancer? They are all from your 380 Series. Thank you.
Quick Learner san diego, california
Oct 28, 2014
Quick Learner from san diego, california
Oct 28, 2014
Need to confirm which channel balance to order
My existing balance is printed with the following letters 32 5 GV CMC 2 The length of the metal piece is 32 15/16 inches. The top and bottom guides appear to be 19-005 and 15-005. It comes from a vinyl window which is nominally 33 wide by 34 tall for the moving part of the window. Double pa ... (cont.)
Home Owner seattle
Sep 29, 2014
Home Owner from seattle
Sep 29, 2014
channel balance weight
I am replacing at least 8 window channel balances- all of which have failed in the same way: the bottom of the metal spring (that attaches to the cord pulley) has broken. Does this mean that I should choose a heavier weight for the spring? The current marking on my channel balances is 3230G T ... (cont.)
Home Owner Gambrills, USA
Sep 26, 2014
Home Owner from Gambrills, USA
Sep 26, 2014
S380-33 balances too strong
I have several windows that use what i can best tell is use the 33" Series 380 Channel Balance Product Code: S380-33. The code on the channel balance is 32 6 FQ cadwell. My problem is this I do not think the balance broke in the sense the string or spring broke but the tension is so high on the win ... (cont.)
Handy Person murrieta ca
Aug 5, 2014
Handy Person from murrieta ca
Aug 5, 2014
balancer confitmation
I'm pretty sure, but can you confirm what I need? Thank so much, T
Quick Learner Carlsbad, CA
May 19, 2014
Quick Learner from Carlsbad, CA
May 19, 2014
channel balance weight ID
I am replacing a 33" channel balance and the stamp on the back says "32 4 D O Caldwell" which doesn't match any of the weight designations on the web site for replacement parts. I have identified the replacement part on your site except for the weight issue. Thanks
Home Owner Castle Rock, CO
Apr 22, 2014
Home Owner from Castle Rock, CO
Apr 22, 2014
Sash Balance
Hello, I am trying to determine the weight to use on my balance. From the pictures on you products, I have determined that I may need the 33" Series 380 Channel Balance Product Code: S380-33. I am not sure which sash option to choose. The stamp information on my balance states: "32 3 GQ CA ... (cont.)