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UPVC Replacement Door Handles

As time passes the handles on your doors will wear out and need to be changed. It is crucial to be able to match the dimensions of the old handles when replacing them.

The top screw position as well as the lever and keyhole dimensions are the three measurements you have to verify. Use the size guide to help you.

Inline Lever/Lever

A lever handle is a modern door handle designed to work with new or replacement doors. This style door handle is offered in a wide range of styles and finishes. A number of manufacturers offer this type of handle, including Avocet ERA, Fullex, Hoppe, Mila, Millenco & Yale.

Fab and Fix Windsor Inline Sprung Lever Door Handle

The uPVC/Composite handles are made from durable materials, and are perfect for multi-point lock doors that require a robust design. The handles are inline, and use the same spindle and screws to fix them. They are easily fitted on new or existing uPVC/Composite doors.

The handle can be adjusted and angled to suit the needs of all users. upvc door handle repairmywindowsanddoors.co.uk has been tested to 200,000 cycles, which helps to ensure the quality of the finish and performance of the handle over time. The lever that springs is adjustable to fit a broad range of locks. This is useful for doors with narrower openings where the cylinder is further back from the door. A shortened lever is also an excellent option for doors where the latch can be opened by a thumb turn on the inside.

Lever Pad

A Lever Pad door handle made of upvc operates differently from lever-type handles found on most doors. These handle types are either operated by one spindle, or two spindles, inline or offset. They are usually used on UPVC double glazed doors. They are available in a variety of variations and styles.

The handles have been tested to the minimum of 200,000 cycles and are available in several finishes including White, Silver, Chrome & Gold. The finish is BS EN 1670 Grade 5 and is resistant to rust. This gives the handle the best performance and long-lasting durability for its intended use.

All of the UPVC handle lever pad styles are supplied with the spindle and screws, allowing them to be fitted on a new or existing uPVC door. The backplate fixing centres of 211mm allow for a larger size of handle which can be beneficial in replacing a defective or worn multi point door lock mechanism. The handle levers come with springs, which can solve the problem of door handles that move out of horizontal position when they are not being used.

When choosing a replacement UPVC handle and spindle, it is essential to match the PZ dimensions of both the multipoint lock and the uPVC door. This measurement is also called the handle centre or 'cylinder centres' and is a critical aspect of matching up the appropriate handles.

Once you have the correct PZ size you will then need to ensure that the lever pads and push pads are of a suitable shape to fit the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) compatible handles you require for your doors. These are typically a square or round shape, with an internal lever and an external push pad.

Most of the UPVC lever pads we sell are sprung, meaning that they will return to their horizontal position when they are not in use, rather than hanging out and possibly sticking in the frame. This stops draughts and cold air from getting into a house. The majority of UPVC lever pad handles are available in left and right handed versions that allow them to be placed on either side of doors.

Euro Cylinder

Cylinder locks are usually used on uPVC doors, but they can be utilized on other types of doors. They operate by using a key to unlock a cylinder that then reveals pins which can be aligned with those inside the lock body, allowing them to turn a revolving cam, thus opening the door. Euro cylinders can be fitted with up to six pins. External and internal doors require different levels of security.

The choice of cylinder you choose is crucial. It depends on the type of use your doors and handles will receive. For example, external doors require an extra secure cylinder, while doors inside can be secured with an ordinary cylinder. In addition, some cylinders come with additional features that can improve security further, such as anti-drill or anti-bump properties.

A euro cylinder should be properly measured to ensure that it is the correct size for your door. The cylinder should be measured from the hole in the center of the fixing screw to each end of the cylinder and the thumb turn if you have one. It is recommended to do this while the lock is in place, but in the event that this is not feasible, you can take it off and take it off to measure. A cylinder that protrudes beyond the handle and escutcheon might be susceptible to attacks like snapping locks, so it is crucial that it's not too long.

The design of the latest cylinders has anti-drilling and bump resistance features. They are designed to decrease attack chances by forcing the cylinders to rotate in a different direction. This can to deflect attacks and protect your door.

Certain cylinders are made to resist snapping. This is an increasingly common type of attack on cylinders, where the break line in the lock is attacked with a special tool to break off the front of the cylinder to allow the door to be opened. This is a faster and easier way to gain access than through a multipoint locking system. It also leaves no evidence of the break-in which can hinder insurance claims.

Spring Cassette

The spring cassette is situated in the base plate of the door handle. It is a spring-loaded solution to return the multipoint lock handles to their original position after using. These handles used to have no spring, and would slide when the locking mechanism was disengaged. This simple feature is among the most effective ways to fix this, and is an excellent way to stop your upvc doors from getting stuck in an open or closed position, as these aren't always simple to manually close by hand.

These spring cassettes have been specifically designed to be used with multipoint locks sprung, they will not fit non-sprung multipoint handles. You will need to have a hole specifically cut in your backplate in order for them to fit (please check the image for a technical diagram). They are a replacement for existing broken or missing cassettes within the door handle backplate of various kinds of uPVC doors. They are fitted with a square cut-out that allows for an 8mm spindle to be used and they are supplied individually.

These spring cassettes are an excellent value solution to the problem of door handles that have become sagging. They are easy to fit and will increase the life span of your uPVC doors. For more information about our wide range of uPVC spares and accessories you can get in touch with our team. We are here to assist you and offer professional advice.