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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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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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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.
Quick Learner San Diego
May 27, 2026
Quick Learner from San Diego
May 27, 2026
Sliding Window Sash Balance
Hi, I'm trying to replace my window sash balance. My windows don't tilt. Would you be able to point me to the right model ? I can see a reference to 2610 on them. Thanks
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Handy Person
May 19, 2026
Handy Person
May 19, 2026
Window spring
What would the weight rating of this be?
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May 16, 2026
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May 16, 2026
Quick Learner Seattle
May 4, 2026
Quick Learner from Seattle
May 4, 2026
26 inch window balancer
Hello can you help me determine what balancer this is?
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Handy Person california
May 2, 2026
Handy Person from california
May 2, 2026
WIndow sash
Want to make sure I order the correct pair. 27" metal channel. Just not sure if I'm measrugin the boot properly. Thanks, Tim
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Home Owner Olympia
Apr 30, 2026
Home Owner from Olympia
Apr 30, 2026
Unknown window balance
Hello! We just moved into a new house where all of the balances have tossed out except this one. We can't see any numbers or other forms of identification on it. It's 1/2in wide and 27in long. I think it could be the 380 or 385 model, but I'm not certain. Thanks!
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Home Owner Montana US
Apr 26, 2026
Home Owner from Montana US
Apr 26, 2026
Caldwell block and tackle
The markings read 26 3 caldwell. From your website I believe this is am S380-27. It is 1/2 in wide. The metal channel is 27 inches long. The bottom guide is 1 inch deep and both are winged. Do you agree?
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Quick Learner Erie, Colorado
Apr 26, 2026
Quick Learner from Erie, Colorado
Apr 26, 2026
Need new balance
Hi, my left balance string and plastic end piece both broke. The metal piece is 27" long, 1/2" wide, and the window weighs 17 pounds. Can you please confirm which balance is the right one to order? Thanks,Kim
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Quick Learner Front bedroom window
Apr 19, 2026
Quick Learner from Front bedroom window
Apr 19, 2026
1/2 inch wide/27 inch long non-tilt Channel balances
Markings in the channel balance are: 26 5 LT CMC 2
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Quick Learner Roseburg
Apr 11, 2026
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Apr 11, 2026
Landlord Anaheim CA 92805
Apr 11, 2026
Landlord from Anaheim CA 92805
Apr 11, 2026
Handy Person Sacramento
Apr 9, 2026
Handy Person from Sacramento
Apr 9, 2026
Home Owner Fairfax, CA
Apr 8, 2026
Home Owner from Fairfax, CA
Apr 8, 2026
Window Sash is broken
It measures 27" on the metal part. I don't know how much weight it needs to hold. We want to replace about 12 of them in our rental units.
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Quick Learner California
Mar 31, 2026
Quick Learner from California
Mar 31, 2026
Double hung counter balance replacement
Hello. I started trying to identify the counterbalance online but didn't see an exact match. This is a non tilting window, 1/2 inch channel, has 5 spools for pulley system. The metal is stamped with 26 4 CV CMC 1. thank you!
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Quick Learner O'Brien
Mar 30, 2026
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Mar 30, 2026
Non tilt channel balance replacement please help identify proper replacement part 27 inches long 1/2 inch wide 2007 kinro window.
Please help me identify the proper non tilt channel replacement parts for 2007 kinro window channel balance. 27 inches long 1/2 wide.
Quick Learner Van Nuys California 91...
Mar 28, 2026
Quick Learner from Van Nuys California 91406
Mar 28, 2026
1/2 wide channel balances for non tilt windows
Hello, My name is Marcos, and I'm looking for replacement 1/2 wide channel balances which are 27 inches in length for my bedroom windows. The items appear the match the following items in your catalog to choose from #SB350, #SB380, and #SB385. I'm not sure which one would be the correct one, but the ... (cont.)
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