spiral balance tip color

Handy Person
Jan 18, 2012 3:45 pm
I know the part I need (S500-29) however it is asking me to select a color (red or green). My old tip that was standard with the Harcar window is white. I have used the above part in other windows, but do not know which color to choose.

Thank you.
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Tom
Tom from SWISCO
Jan 19, 2012 9:26 am
SWISCO
EXPERT
Thank you for posting! Can you please give us the weight of your sash? The tip color dictates what weight your spiral balance can support.
Casey
Casey from SWISCO
Jan 19, 2012 10:28 am
SWISCO
EXPERT
29" Series 500 balances with Red Tip will carry a window sash weight range of 7 through and including 29 pounds.

29" Series 500 balances with Blue Tip will carry a window sash weight range of 12 through and including 31 pounds.

This information is based on 2 balances per sash. Balances are designed assuming friction in the jamb weather-strip will carry a portion of the sash weight. Suggested sash weights are approximate.
Handy Person
Jan 19, 2012 1:07 pm
Thanks for your speedy reply.

After I had asked the question I was able to find the information, on your site, I needed and ordered the balances. Red tip works well for my needs.

Thanks once again.
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