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S385-27 27" Series 385 Channel Balance

S385-27 27" Series 385 Channel Balance
Quick Learner Oregon
Nov 2, 2017
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Quick Learner from Oregon
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Nov 2, 2017
Can I use a stronger stamp than what my sash weight needs?
What would be the result of selecting a balance rated for a heavier sash? For example, what if I am replacing a pair labeled 26 4, which I understand to mean sash weight from 19 to 26 and requires stamp 2640, but choose instead stamp 2650, rated for 26 to 30. Would the sash still raise? Would it be ... (cont.)
Quick Learner Crofton Md
Oct 2, 2012
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Quick Learner from Crofton Md
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Oct 2, 2012
How to identify balance?
Stamped on side is 26 4 CALDWELL DM. Can you use this to pick my balance?
Quick Learner Temecula CA
May 22, 2012
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Quick Learner from Temecula CA
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May 22, 2012
Series 380 or Series 385?
Hello, I am researching your products to find an appropriate spring balance for my single hung non tilt windows. The old (broken) part has a stamp on the metal channel that says "26C USB". The metal channel is 27" long and 9/16" wide. It looks exactly like both the 380 and 385 series available on ... (cont.)
Handy Person La Verne,Ca
Jan 4, 2012
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Handy Person from La Verne,Ca
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Jan 4, 2012
How do I decide the best stamp?
I will need a S385-27 with 19-005 and 15-004 attached. I am just not sure about the proper stamp option. The weight of the stash is 29 lbs. I would like to order (4) balances (two windows). Thank you.
Home Owner Bangor CA
Sep 22, 2026
Home Owner from Bangor CA
Sep 22, 2026
Kinor modular home window.
I'm trying to replace the tracks on both sides of the window, but I'm not sure which one to get. The only marking on it is a 26.5 and then there's a small B61 TT. I have included a picture of the stamp on the track. I think it could possibly be a 2640. I measured it and it's 27 inches long without t ... (cont.)
Quick Learner Minnesota
Sep 20, 2026
Quick Learner from Minnesota
Sep 20, 2026
Window balance
I need to replace my windows balance. 26c. BSI (2004) The metal frame measures 27 inches ( plastic end not included. Thanks
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Quick Learner
Sep 15, 2026
Quick Learner
Sep 15, 2026
Replacement balancer for Milguard window
HiI would like to order balancer part for Milguard windows. The code on the side balancer is 26 5 GQ Caldwell and the windows are 18 years old Please see attached photosThank you
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Quick Learner El Cajon, California
Sep 11, 2026
Quick Learner from El Cajon, California
Sep 11, 2026
Window Channel Balances
Hi, Can you please help me identifying what Channel Balances for my window to buy? See the pictures of an old one I uploaded. The length of the metal channel is 27 inches. Thanks.
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Contractor Wildomar, CA
Sep 6, 2026
Contractor from Wildomar, CA
Sep 6, 2026
27" 2630 B.S.I Window Channel Replacement
Need to replace channels for a window, it is 27" in length and the markings on the channel are 2630 b.s.i The width of white plastic pieces is 1" and the metal connecting clip on the back prottudes 1/4" from the metal channel Please advise as to which channel to purchase for a feasible replacement ... (cont.)
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Handy Person Colorado Springs, CO
Sep 4, 2026
Handy Person from Colorado Springs, CO
Sep 4, 2026
4636 Bethany Ct Channel Balances
I have 6 non-tilt windows that operate with great difficulty. In two of the windows, the channel balance remains visible on one side when the window is closed, extending above the window by 20" or so. I've attached photos. The balances are 1/2' wide by 27-1/16 inches long. I've weighed one of the ... (cont.)
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Quick Learner Eastern WA state
Sep 3, 2026
Quick Learner from Eastern WA state
Sep 3, 2026
Sash balance ? 26-4 KF5 CMC54
One is broken, shall I replace both? part code in subject line
Quick Learner
Sep 2, 2026
Quick Learner
Sep 2, 2026
Living Room Balances
Hello, I need to replace some window channel balances and would like help identifying them. They are 28 7/8" long (metal part only), and I have included photos of their marking.
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Contractor El granada
Sep 2, 2026
Contractor from El granada
Sep 2, 2026
Balance for windows
Hello I have som balance for 3 windows all the same size on the broken balance it said it's 26 - 5 - 10 I am trying to how to order 6 of them for my 3 windows Thank you so much
Quick Learner
Sep 2, 2026
Quick Learner
Sep 2, 2026
Extended travel balance
Attached are the pictures of the sash balances I'd like to order. - The first one is 15in long (Metal channel length) with 1 3/32 plastic shoe width with marking 14 2 1U CMC 7 stamped on the metal channel. I believe Swisco model is S385-15.- The second one is 27in long (Metal channel length) with 1 ... (cont.)
Home Owner CA
Aug 23, 2026
Home Owner from CA
Aug 23, 2026
Find a correct type for my old balance
Hello, Please help me identify the correct type based on the attached photos. Thank you!
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Home Owner Oregon
Aug 22, 2026
Home Owner from Oregon
Aug 22, 2026
Channel replacement
Looking for the correct channel replacement part 26-4
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Quick Learner Bandon Oregon
Aug 19, 2026
Quick Learner from Bandon Oregon
Aug 19, 2026
26 4 Caldwell HM
Hi there! I need to replace these springs in 9 windows, so will need 18 springs.If you have these available, will you please quote me for 18 Bandon
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Handy Person Portland Oregon
Aug 13, 2026
Handy Person from Portland Oregon
Aug 13, 2026
Balance, new spring?
HELP to identify. And replaceCODE on back: 26.6 HR CALDWELL
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Quick Learner US
Aug 5, 2026
Quick Learner from US
Aug 5, 2026
Which is the replacement part I need?
I'm unable to determine which part to order from your pictures. 1/2" wide, 27" channel.
Quick Learner
Aug 3, 2026
Quick Learner
Aug 3, 2026
26 4 AN Caldwell
Need replacement balance. Stamp on existing part is 26 4 AN Caldwell
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