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UPVC Replacement Door Handles

The handles on your doors get worn out over time and will need to be replaced. It is important to be able to match the dimensions of the handles that were previously used when replacing window handles them.

The three measurements to be inspected 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 handle is a modern door handle designed to work with new or replacement doors. This type of handle is available in a variety of designs and finishes. This handle is available from a number of manufacturers including Avocet ERA Fullex Hoppe mila door handles Millenco Yale.

Fab and Fix Windsor Inline Sprung Lever Door Handle

The uPVC/Composite door handles are constructed of durable materials and are perfect for multi-point lock doors which require a robust design. The handles are inline and operate from the same spindle and screw fixings, so they can be easily incorporated into new or existing uPVC/Composite doors.

The handle can be adjusted and angled to suit all users. The handle has been tested for endurance up to 200,000 cycles. This ensures that the finish is of high quality and performance over time. The sprung lever can also be cut to fit more locks. This is useful for narrower doors where the cylinder is situated further back from the victorian door handle. A shorter lever is an excellent option for doors that have latches that 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 handles can operate from a single spindle (inline) or independently from both sides using two offset spindles or inline (pad). They are usually employed on UPVC double glazed doors. They come in many variations & finishes.

The handles are available in a variety of finishes, including White chrome and Gold. The finish is BS EN 1670 Grade 5 and resistant to corrosion. This gives the handle a high performance and durability to serve its intended use.

All of the UPVC lever pad styles for handles come with the spindle and screws that allow them to be installed on a new or existing uPVC door. The 211mm backplate fixation centres permit a larger handle, which is often an advantage when replacing a damaged or old multi-point door lock mechanism. The handle levers come with springs, which can solve the issue of door handles that move out of the horizontal position when not being used.

When selecting the replacement upvc door handles UPVC handle and spindle it is crucial 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 and is an essential aspect in ensuring that you have the appropriate handles.

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

Most of the UPVC lever pads that we offer are sprung, which means that they return to their horizontal position when not in use, rather than hanging out and possibly sticking in the frame. This prevents draughts from entering the home. The majority of UPVC lever pad style handles are available in left and right handed versions which allows them to be installed on either side of the doors.

Euro Cylinder

Cylinder locks are found on uPVC and other kinds of doors. They operate by using a key that unlock a cylinder that will reveal pins that can be aligned with the pins in the lock body, allow them to rotate the cam, thereby opening the door. Euro cylinders are available with up to six pins. Doors that are internal and external require different levels of security.

Selecting the right cylinder for your needs is crucial; it is contingent on how your door and handle are utilized. External doors, for example, should be fitted with higher security cylinders and internal doors can be secured with an ordinary cylinder. Certain cylinders come with extra features that increase security, such as anti drill or anti bump properties.

To make sure that the euro door handles cylinder is the correct size for your door, it must be measured accurately. The cylinder should be measured from the hole in the center of the fixing screw to the other end of the cylinder and the thumb turn if you have one. If you cannot measure using the lock in a fixed position, you can remove it. A cylinder that protrudes beyond the handle and escutcheon could be vulnerable to attacks, such as snapping locks, so it is crucial that it's not too long.

The design of many modern cylinders comes with anti-drilling as well as bump resistance features. These are designed to reduce the chance of attack by forcing cylinders to rotate in a different direction. This will help to deflect attacks and protect your door.

There are cylinders made to withstand snapping. This is a growing method of attack on cylinders where the break line inside the lock is attacked using a special tool to break the front of the cylinder and allow the door to open. This is a faster and easier way to gain access than using the use of a multipoint locking system. It also leaves less evidence of the burglary which could hinder insurance claims.

Spring Cassette

This spring cassette sits in the base of your door handle backplate, providing a spring solution that returns the multipoint lock handles back to their original position after using. There was a time when handles of this kind didn't have a spring built into them, and as a result, they can droop or drop when the locking mechanism is removed. This component is the best solution to fix this problem. It also prevents your upvc door from becoming stuck in either the open or closed position, as they aren't easy to close manually.

These spring cassettes are specifically designed for use with sprung multipoint locks but they won't work with unsprung multipoint handles and you will require a bespoke hole cut into the backplate to allow them to fit (please look at the image for a technical diagram). These cassettes are a solution for damaged or missing cassettes in the backplate of uPVC door handles. They are available as a single unit. They feature a square cut out that is able to accommodate an 8mm shaft.

These spring cassettes are a great value for money solution to the issue of door handles that are sliding. They are simple to install and will extend the lifespan of your uPVC door. For more information on our selection of uPVC spares and accessories you can get in touch with our team. We are available to assist you and provide expert advice.