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Caldwell 500-Series 27" x 5/8" Red-Tip Spiral Tilt Window Balance (S600-27 / SPB-27) Engineering Diagram
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SPECFOUNDRY SKU: SF-WIN-109 · BRAND REF: Caldwell / AmesburyTruth

Caldwell 500-Series 27" x 5/8" Red-Tip Spiral Tilt Window Balance (S600-27 / SPB-27)

Stamped Casting / OEM Numbers: S600-27 27-RED SPB-27 500-27-R 900-27

Compatible Units: Keller, Acorn, Alenco, Ply Gem, Silver Line, and Simonton Tilt & Non-Tilt Single/Double-Hung Windows

Critical Dimensions & Spec: 27" metal tube length; 5/8" (9/16" nominal) outer diameter; Red nylon weight-range bushing (10–29 lbs sash weight)

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Pre-Order Dimensional Verification Checklist

OEM Cross-Reference & Stamped Casting Number Table

Use this cross-reference table to confirm that the number stamped or printed on your original hardware or circuit board corresponds to SpecFoundry SKU SF-WIN-109:

Stamped / OEM Part Number Manufacturer / System Brand Compatible Models & Years SpecFoundry Replacement SKU
S600-27Caldwell / AmesburyTruthKeller, Acorn, Alenco, Ply Gem, Silver Line, and Simonton Tilt & Non-Tilt Single/Double-Hung WindowsDirect Match (SF-WIN-109)
27-REDCaldwell / AmesburyTruthKeller, Acorn, Alenco, Ply Gem, Silver Line, and Simonton Tilt & Non-Tilt Single/Double-Hung WindowsDirect Match (SF-WIN-109)
SPB-27Caldwell / AmesburyTruthKeller, Acorn, Alenco, Ply Gem, Silver Line, and Simonton Tilt & Non-Tilt Single/Double-Hung WindowsDirect Match (SF-WIN-109)
500-27-RCaldwell / AmesburyTruthKeller, Acorn, Alenco, Ply Gem, Silver Line, and Simonton Tilt & Non-Tilt Single/Double-Hung WindowsDirect Match (SF-WIN-109)
900-27Caldwell / AmesburyTruthKeller, Acorn, Alenco, Ply Gem, Silver Line, and Simonton Tilt & Non-Tilt Single/Double-Hung WindowsDirect Match (SF-WIN-109)

Common Failure Symptoms Solved by SF-WIN-109

Technicians and property owners typically replace S600-27 when experiencing one or more of the following failure modes:

  • Window sash slams shut or refuses to stay up when raised
  • Spiral metal rod hanging loose inside side jamb track
  • Window tilts crooked or binds in vinyl jamb liner

Step-by-Step Dimensional Verification & Installation Notes

Tilt sash inward and remove from frame. Unhook spiral balance foot from pivot shoe using a spiral balance tensioning tool, give 4–5 clockwise turns on the red-tip rod, and seat into shoe.

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Frequently Asked Technical Questions (S600-27)

Where is the casting or OEM part number (S600-27 / 27-RED / SPB-27) stamped on this part?

On Caldwell / AmesburyTruth assemblies, look for the stamped or die-cast numbers (S600-27, 27-RED, SPB-27, 500-27-R, 900-27) on the underside of the metal housing, along the link arm, on the stainless hinge track, or printed on the circuit board/valve label. Note that casting numbers identify the housing casting, so always confirm critical dimensions (27" metal tube length; 5/8" (9/16" nominal) outer diameter; Red nylon weight-range bushing (10–29 lbs sash weight)) as well.

Does SpecFoundry SKU SF-WIN-109 directly replace OEM part S600-27 (S600-27, 27-RED, SPB-27, 500-27-R, 900-27)?

Yes. SF-WIN-109 is verified to match the mounting footprint, electrical/mechanical ratings, and dimensional envelope of Caldwell / AmesburyTruth S600-27, 27-RED, SPB-27, 500-27-R, 900-27 used on Keller, Acorn, Alenco, Ply Gem, Silver Line, and Simonton Tilt & Non-Tilt Single/Double-Hung Windows.

What measurements should I verify before ordering SF-WIN-109?

Before ordering, verify: (1) Stamped or OEM code matches one of S600-27, 27-RED, SPB-27, 500-27-R, 900-27; (2) Dimensional spec matches: 27" metal tube length; 5/8" (9/16" nominal) outer diameter; Red nylon weight-range bushing (10–29 lbs sash weight); and (3) Application matches: Keller, Acorn, Alenco, Ply Gem, Silver Line, and Simonton Tilt & Non-Tilt Single/Double-Hung Windows.

How fast does SF-WIN-109 ship and what payment methods are accepted?

SF-WIN-109 ships within 1–2 business days from our US warehouse network. Flat-rate US Ground shipping is $8.95, or FREE on orders of $150+. You can check out online immediately via PayPal, Venmo, Credit/Debit Card, or request an Instant Card Payment Link / Net-30 Commercial PO Invoice.

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