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UPVC Replacement Door Handles

As time passes the handles on your doors will wear out and will require replacement. When doing this it is important that the new handles match the critical dimensions of the old handle.

The three measurements to check are the top screw position as well as the key hole and lever sizes. Check the size guide for help with this.

Inline Lever/Lever

A lever/lever door handle is a modern handle that can be used on replacement or new doors. This type of handle is available in various designs and finishes. A variety of manufacturers provide this 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 ideal for doors with multiple points that require a strong design. The handles are inline, and they use the same screws and spindle to fix them. They are easily fitted on new or existing uPVC/Composite door.

The handle can be adjusted and angled to fit any user. The handle has been tested to 200,000 cycles. This ensures that the quality of finish and performance will last for a long time. The sprung lever can also be reduced to accommodate a wider range of locks. This is useful for doors with narrower openings where the cylinder is situated further back from the door. A shortened lever is also a good choice for doors that have latches that can be operated by a thumb turn located on the inside.

Lever Pad

A Lever Pad upvc door handle operates differently to the lever type handles found on most doors. These handle types can either work off one single spindle (inline) or independently from each side by using two offset or inline spindles (pad). They are generally used on UPVC double glazed doors and are available in a variety of variations and finishes.

The handles have been tested to the minimum of 200,000 cycles and are available in a variety of finishes, including White and Silver, as well as Chrome & Gold. The finish is in line with BS EN 1670:2007 Grade 5 and is also resistant to corrosion, thereby giving the handle a high degree of durability and performance for the intended use.

All UPVC lever pads for handles include a spindle and screws, and can be fitted on the uPVC door. The 211mm backplate fixation centres allow for a wider handle, which is usually a benefit when replacing an old or damaged multi-point victorian scroll door handles lock mechanism. These handle levers are also sprung, solving the problem of handles hanging out of their horizontal position when not in use.

When selecting a replacement UPVC handle and spindle, it is important to match the PZ dimensions of both the multipoint lock and the uPVC door. This measurement is also referred to as the handle centre or 'cylinder centres and is an essential aspect in ensuring that you have the appropriate replace window handles.

After you have determined the correct size of PZ and the correct PZ size, you must make sure that the push and lever pads are designed to fit the American with Disabilities Act compliant handles that you need for your door. These are typically round or square, with an internal lever, and an external push pad.

The majority of the UPVC Lever Pads we sell are spring-loaded. This means that they can be reverted to a horizontal position after not in use instead of hanging, and possibly sticking in the frame. This helps prevent the draughts and cold air from getting into a house. The majority of UPVC lever pad handles for double glazed doors come in both left and right handed models which allows them to be put on either side of the doors.

Euro Cylinder

Cylinder locks are commonly found on uPVC doors, but can also be found on other types of doors. They operate by using a key that unlock a cylinder case that will reveal pins that can be aligned with the pins in the lock body, allow them to rotate a revolving cam, thus opening the door. Euro cylinders can be fitted with up to six pins, with internal and external doors typically having different levels of security.

The choice of the correct cylinder is essential; it is contingent on how your doors and handles are utilized. For instance, exterior doors require an extra secure cylinder, whilst internal doors can be secured using the standard cylinder. In addition, some cylinders are available with extra features which can enhance security, for instance anti-drill or anti-bump features.

To ensure that the euro cylinder is the correct size for your door, it must be measured accurately. The cylinder should be measured from the hole for fixing screws in the middle to each end of the cylinder, including the thumb turn if you have one. It is best to do this with the lock in place, but in the event that this is not feasible, you can take it off and remove it to measure. It is essential to not have a cylindrical lock that extends beyond the handle or escutcheon. This could make it vulnerable to snapping lock attacks.

Most newer cylinders have been designed with anti-drill and bump resistance features built into their design. These features are designed to minimize the chance of a attack by causing the cylinder to rotate in an opposite direction. This can to deflect attacks and ensure your door is secure.

Certain cylinders are made to resist snapping. This is an increasingly common type of attack on cylinders which is where the break line of the lock is attacked by a tool that is specially designed to break the front of the cylinder to allow the door to open. This is much quicker and easier to achieve than gaining access through multipoint locks and leaves no evidence of a break-in, which could hinder an insurance claim.

Spring Cassette

This spring cassette is found inside the base plate of your door handle. It is a spring-loaded solution to help return your multipoint lock handles to their resting position after using. Previously a lot of handles of this kind did not have a spring built into them and without this they tend to droop or drop when the locking mechanism is removed. This simple feature is among the most effective ways to fix this, and is a great way to prevent your doors made of upvc from becoming stuck in either closed or open position, as these are not always easy to close manually.

These spring cassettes were created to be used with sprung multipoint locks. They won't work with unsprung handles, and you will have to cut a hole in your backplate in order for them to fit. (Please see the image for a more detailed diagram). These cassettes are a solution for damaged or missing cassettes that are in the backplate of uPVC door handles. They feature a square cut-out that can accommodate an 8mm spindle, and they are supplied individually.

These spring cassettes are an excellent value for money solution to the issue of handles on your doors sliding. These spring cassettes are simple to install and will increase the lifespan of your upvc door handles replacement door. For more information on our range of uPVC spares and accessories contact us today. in touch with our team. We are always happy to offer professional advice and assistance you.