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S600-16 16" Series 600 Spiral Tilt Window Balance

The t-lock balance show, close cam is busted on all 4 channel balance rods. I would like to replace all 4 block and tackle balance rods. THE bottow window rods ar 16" and the top window rods are 14".

I have 16 in aluminum window balance that is 9/16 diameter with a white plastic tip. I need 2 of them to replace.Pictures are included.Thanks Charles

Please note there are 2 sizes of balancers both red tip, require 2 of each size.Require 4 shoes as per image.Thanks Chris

just installed 2 new balances and the window only stays open about 10 inches what did i do wrong?

Sleeve covering spiral is 16 inches long

Hi, I dont know what kind of windows I have. I am looking for hardware for them. The spiral balance is 5/8 x 16" long, red cap. The pivot shoe is 2 1/8 high by 1-1/4 wide by 9/16 deep, with the hole for pivot bar 7/16 x 1/4 inch. The pivot bar is 2-5/8 long with the screw hole 1-9/16 from outside e ... (cont.)

This comes from a 30+ year old vinyl double hung window. I can find absolutely NO manufacturer's name anywhere on the windows or frames. All of the windows were installed when I built the house and the spiral balances and pivot blocks are all failing. I need help.

For a vinyl double hung window

Hello. I need spiral balances that have an end like the one shown in the picture. The parts that I need are for non tilt, 5/8" diameter. The lengths that I need are 16" blue tip, 22" black tip, 28" blue tip and 28" black tip. They attach to pivot lock shoe, part number 15-210. Also does part number ... (cont.)

I have Crystal replacement windows in a property I own and I would like to return them to working order. The attached ZIP file contains pictures of the parts I require. After looking on your website I came up with part number S600-14 white tip, S600-16 white tip and 15-120 for the pivot shoe. I c ... (cont.)

I'm replacing some window ballasts, and I feel like I'm replacing them all the time. I'm wondering if I have the right ballasts. The ones I'm using are white tipped, 16" tube. I have 11.5 lb windows. Is there a different strength ballast I should be using?

To whom this may concern, I went to a Home Depot and they told me this was a Simonton window part. They could not order this part in and told me about you guys. I need a replacement "balance" for the other side of a window, in order for the window to stay open. Thanks, Greg

I need a spiral balance 16" blue tip, what is the part number?

I have several Tilt windows with Series 600 Spiral Balances That are 5/8" tubes 16" long and white tipped.Many of these are not working. I weighed the windows and they weigh about 12 1/2 lbs. Should I consider using the red tipped balances instead? Thank You Paul

I'm replacing the spiral tilt window balances (S600-16). Do I just install them, or is there another step? The description says "ready to be charged." What does that mean? I also need the piece that attaches to the window on each side and fits into the pivot-shoe slot.Photo of piece that attaches to ... (cont.)

Hi, I spoke to someone by phone this morning concerning replacement window spiral balances and pivotal shoes. I have attached some pictures of the replacement parts I am looking for and can be zoomed for better viewing: Image #FullSizeRender - is end on to show diameter Image # 0725 - is a brok ... (cont.)

Hi, I'm trying to purchase new spiral balances. The old ones I just removed are both white tip. However, the window sash weighs 11.5 lbs. Should I purchase red tip replacement sashes instead? Thanks for your advise. Nate

I need to replace the counter balances in my windows that are 26 years old. I just bought a townhome, and have to keep the same windows or replace them with specific specifications. Therefore, I thought if I could find the counter balance that would work with the certain window that that would be ... (cont.)

The spirals do need to be charged when you install them. You will need to give the spiral balances about three turns before locking them in the pivot shoes.

I received my order today. I installed the pair of S600-16 blue-tip spiral balances, charged them with the tool, and reinstalled the window sash. One spiral balancer jams. I can pull it down to closed but when I try to raise the window it goes fine for about 3 inches (hurray - it was broken spring ... (cont.)