spiral balance does not have a tip

A quick learner from Apopka, FL says:
Should I just use the green tip version to be safe?
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A quick learner from Apopka, FL says:
forgot to ask, do you sell the plastic covers for the 3/8" X 30" balances? Are they necessary or can they be left off?
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Tom from SWISCO responded:
Thanks for posting! I'm afraid we do not sell plastic covers like what you have, though it shouldn't be necessary for it to function.

I'm not sure what tip you need. You should weigh your sash just in case. It is possible to have a spring that is too strong.
A home owner from Frisco, TX says:
How is the best way to weigh a sash that is non-tilt?
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Tom from SWISCO responded:
Your best bet is to place the scale on the sill and then carefully lower the sash onto it. It may not be exact, but it will give us a better idea of what would work.
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