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UPVC Replacement Door Handles

The handles on your doors get worn out with time and require to be replaced. When doing this it is crucial that the new handles conform to the dimensions of the old handle.

The three measurements to check are the top screw's location as well as the key hole and lever sizes. Use the size guide to aid you.

Inline Lever/Lever

A lever handle or lever is a modern-day door handle designed to suit new or replacement doors. This kind of door handle is available in a variety of styles and finishes. This handle is available from a number of manufacturers including Avocet ERA Fullex Hoppe Mila Millenco Yale.

Fab and Fix Windsor Inline Sprung Lever victorian scroll door handles Handle

The uPVC/Composite handles are made of tough materials and are perfect for doors with multiple points that need a heavy-duty design. The handles are inline and they use the same spindle and screws to secure them. They can be easily mounted on new or existing uPVC/Composite door.

The sprung lever design allows the handle to be placed and angled to ensure a comfortable experience and is suitable for all users. The handle has been endurance-tested to 200 000 cycles. This ensures that the quality of finish and performance will last for a long time. The sprung lever can be cut to fit the widest range of locks. This is particularly useful in doors with smaller door frames where the cylinder is located further back. A shorter lever can be used on doors that have a latch that can be opened by the thumb inside.

Lever Pad

The lever pad upvc handle differs from the lever handles that are used on the majority of doors. These handles can work off one single spindle (inline) or independently from each side by using two inline or offset spindles (pad). They are usually used on UPVC double-glazed doors and come in many variations & finishes.

The handles are available in various finishes, including White, Chrome, and Gold. The finish is compliant with BS EN 1670:2007 Grade 5 and is also resistant to corrosion, which gives the handle a high degree of durability and performance for its intended use.

All of the UPVC lever pad styles for handles are supplied with the spindle and screws which allow them to be put on a new or existing uPVC door. The backplate fixing centers of 211mm allow for a larger handle, which can be beneficial in replacing a defective or worn multi-point door lock mechanism. The levers for these handles have a spring, which solves the issue of door handles that move out of the horizontal position when they are not being used.

When choosing the 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 often known as the handle centre or 'cylinder centres which is a crucial aspect to match the correct handles.

When you have the right PZ size, you'll need to ensure that the lever pads and push pads are a appropriate shape to accommodate the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) compatible handles you require for your doors. These are typically round or square with an internal lever and an external push pad.

Most of the upvc door handle replacement lever pads that we offer are sprung, which means that they return to their horizontal position when they are not in use, instead of hanging out and potentially sticking in the frame. This prevents draughts from entering the building. Also, the majority of the UPVC handle lever pad style handles are hand-operated that allows you to put them on either side of the door.

Euro Cylinder

Cylinder locks are found on uPVC and other kinds of doors. The cylinder lock operates by a key which unlocks the cylinder's casing. This exposes pins that can be aligned with the pins in the lock, allowing them to turn the revolving camera, thereby opening the door. Euro cylinders can be equipped with up to six pins with external and internal doors typically needing different levels of security.

The selection of a cylinder is crucial. It depends on the amount of use your doors and handles receive. For instance, doors that are external door handles and locks require a more secure cylinder while internal doors can be secured using an ordinary cylinder. In addition, some cylinders come with additional features that can improve security further, such as anti-drill or anti-bump features.

To make sure that the euro cylinder is the right size for your door, it must be measured correctly. The cylinder should be measured from the hole in the center of the fixing screw to the end of the cylinder, including the thumb turn if you have one. It is best to do this while the lock is in place however if this is not possible, you may take it off to measure. A cylinder that extends beyond the handle and escutcheon may be susceptible to attacks like snapping locks, so it is crucial to make sure it's not too long.

Most newer cylinders have been constructed with anti-drill and bump resistance features that are built into their design. They are designed to minimize the chance of attack by forcing cylinders to rotate in a new direction. This will help to stop the attack and protect your doors.

Certain cylinders are made to withstand snapping. This is a growing type of attack on cylinders which is where the break line of the lock is attacked using a special tool to break off the front of the cylinder and allow the door to open. This is a much faster and simpler method to gain access than through a multipoint locking window handle system. It also leaves less evidence of the burglary which can make it difficult to prove insurance claims.

Spring Cassette

The spring cassette is located inside the base of your door handle backplate providing a sprung solution to return the multipoint lock handles back to their normal position after use. There was a time when handles for bifold doors of this kind didn't have a spring built into them, and without it they can droop or 'drop' once the locking mechanism is disengaged. This simple component is the best way to solve this issue. It also stops your victorian door handle from becoming stuck in either the open or closed position, as they are difficult to close manually.

These spring cassettes were created to be used with a sprung multipoint locks. They are not compatible with handles that aren't sprung and you'll need to cut a hole into your backplate in order for them to fit. (Please see the image for a detailed diagram). They are a replacement for existing broken or missing cassettes within the backplate of the door handle for many kinds of uPVC doors. They are supplied in one unit. They have a square-cut out that accommodates an 8mm shaft.

These spring cassettes are a fantastic value for money solution to the issue of door handles that are sagging. These spring cassettes are easy to install and will increase the life of your uPVC door. For more information about our selection of uPVC spares and accessories please feel free to get in touch with our team. We are always ready to provide professional advice and assistance you.