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UPVC Replacement Door Handles

Over time the changing window handles on your doors will wear down and require replacement. It is essential to be able to match the dimensions of the handles you have previously replaced when replacing them.

The top screw's location as well as the lever and keyhole dimensions are the three measurements you have to verify. Refer to the size guide for assistance in this.

Inline Lever/Lever

A lever door handle is a contemporary handle that can be put in on replacement or new doors. This kind of door handle is available in a variety of designs and finishes. This handle is offered by several manufacturers, including Avocet ERA Fullex Hoppe Mila Millenco Yale.

Fab and Fix Windsor Inline Sprung Lever Door Handle

The handles of uPVC/Composite are constructed from durable materials, and are perfect for doors with multiple points that require a robust design. The handles are inline and they use the same spindle and screws to fix them. They are easily fitted on any uPVC/Composite doors.

The spring lever design allows the handle to be set and angled to provide a comfortable grip and is suitable for all users. The handle has been endurance tested to 200,000 cycles, which will ensure the quality of the finish and the performance of the handle over time. The lever that springs is adjustable to fit a broad range of locks. This is particularly useful in doors that are narrower, where the cylinder is situated further away from the door. A shorter lever is a good choice for doors where the latch could be activated by the thumb turn on the inside.

Lever Pad

The lever pad upvc handle is distinct from the lever handles that are found on most doors. These handles for patio doors can work off one single spindle (inline) or independently from each side by using two offset or inline spindles (pad). They are usually employed on UPVC double-glazed doors and are available in a variety of variations and finishes.

The handles are available in a variety of finishes including White, Chrome, and Gold. The finish is compliant 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 its intended use.

All of the UPVC handle lever pad styles come with the spindle and screws that allow them to be installed on an existing or new uPVC door. The 211mm backplate fixing centres permit a bigger handle, which can be beneficial in replacing a defective or worn multi-point door lock mechanism. These handle levers have springs, which can solve the issue of door handles that sag out of the horizontal position when not being used.

When choosing a replacement UPVC handle and spindle, it is important to match the dimensions of the PZ of the multipoint lock as well as the uPVC door. This measurement may also be referred to as 'handle centres or cylinder centres'. It is important to match the right handles and hinges.

Once you have the proper PZ size you will then be required to make sure that the handle lever pads and push pads are a suitable shape for the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant handles that you need for your doors. These are typically rectangular or round in shape, with an internal lever and an external push pad.

Most of the UPVC lever pads that we sell are sprung, meaning that they return to their horizontal position when they are not in use, instead of hanging out and potentially sticking in the frame. This helps prevent the draughts and cold air from getting into a house. The majority of UPVC lever pad style handles come in both left and right handed versions, allowing them to be installed on either side of doors.

Euro Cylinder

Cylinder locks are found on uPVC and other types of doors. Cylinder locks are operated with a key that unlocks the cylinder case. This exposes pins that can be aligned to the pins in the lock and allow them to turn the revolving camera, opening the door. Euro cylinders are available with up to six pins. External and internal doors require different levels of security.

The selection of a cylinder is essential. It depends on the type of use your doors and handles will receive. For instance, exterior doors require a higher security cylinder, whilst internal doors can be secured using a standard cylinder. Some cylinders have extra features that can increase security, for instance, anti drill or anti bump properties.

A euro cylinder needs to be properly measured to ensure it's the right size for your door. The cylinder must be measured from the screw hole at the center to the ends of the cylinder. This includes the thumb turn should there be one. If you are unable to measure using the lock in a fixed position, you can take it out of it. It is important to not have a cylinder that extends beyond the handle or escutcheon. This could make it vulnerable to lock snapping attacks.

The design of many modern cylinders has anti-drilling and bump resistance features. They are designed to decrease the chance of attack by forcing cylinders to rotate in a new direction. This will help to deflect the attack and ensure your doors are secure.

Some cylinders are designed to resist snapping. This is a typical attack on cylinders. A specially designed tool is used to break the break line of the lock and then the front of cylinder is snapped off. This is a much faster and more convenient method of gaining access than the use of a multipoint locking system. It also leaves less evidence of the burglary which can make it difficult to prove insurance claims.

Spring Cassette

This spring cassette is found in the base plate of your door handle. It is a spring-loaded solution to help return your multipoint lock handles to their normal position after usage. Previously a lot of handles of this kind did not have a spring integrated into them and without this they can droop or drop once the locking mechanism is disengaged. Adding this simple component is one of the best methods to correct this and it is also an excellent way to stop your upvc doors from getting stuck in the open or closed position, as these aren't always easy to manually close by hand.

These spring cassettes are specially designed for use with multipoint locks sprung, they will not fit non-sprung multipoint handles. You will need to have a custom hole cut into your backplate to allow these to fit (please look at the image for a technical diagram). These cassettes can be used as a replacement to broken or missing cassettes that are in the backplate of uPVC door handles. They are available as one unit. They come with a square cut out that accommodates an 8mm shaft.

These spring cassettes are a fantastic value for money way to fix the problem of door handles that are sagging. They are easy to fit and will extend the life span of your uPVC doors. Please contact our team for more information on our selection of uPVC accessories and spares. We are here to help and happy to offer expert advice.