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UPVC Replacement Door Handles

The handles on your doors wear out with time and require to be replaced. It is crucial to keep the same dimensions as the handles that were previously used when replacing them.

The top screw's position as well as the lever and keyhole size are the three measurements that you need to determine. Use the size guide to help you.

Inline Lever/Lever

A lever/lever handle is a modern door handle designed to work with new or replacement doors. This type door handle is offered in a wide range of 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 door handles of uPVC/Composite are constructed of durable materials and are suitable for multi-point lock doors that require a heavy duty design. The handles are inline and run off the same spindle and screw fixings, so they can be easily incorporated into new or existing uPVC/Composite doors.

The spring lever design allows the window handle replacement to be positioned and angled to ensure a comfortable experience and is suitable for all users. The handle has been tested for endurance up to 200,000 cycles, which will ensure the quality of the finish as well as the performance of the handle over time. The lever that springs is adjustable to fit a broad range of locks. This is particularly beneficial for doors with narrower frames, where the cylinder is located further back. A shorter lever is an excellent option for doors where the latch can be operated by a thumb turn inside.

Lever Pad

A Lever Pad door handle made of upvc operates differently from lever-type handles for upvc windows that are found on the majority of doors. These handles are operated by one spindle, or two spindles, either inline or offset. They are usually used on UPVC doors with double glazed windows handles glazing and come in a range of finishes and variations.

The handles are available in various finishes, including White Chrome and Gold. The finish is BS EN 1670 Grade 5 and is resistant to rust. This gives the handle an outstanding performance and durability for its intended use.

All of the UPVC handle lever pad styles are supplied with screws and a spindle which allow them to be put on a new or existing uPVC door. The 211mm backplate fixing centres allow for a wider size handle that is often a benefit when replacing a damaged or worn multi point door lock mechanism. The handle levers come with springs, which eliminate the problem of door handles that move out of horizontal position when they are not being used.

When selecting a replacement UPVC handle and spindle it is crucial to match the dimensions of the PZ on the multipoint lock as well as the uPVC door. This measurement is often called the 'handle centre' or 'cylinder centres which is a crucial aspect to match the correct handles.

Once you have decided on the correct PZ size it is important to make sure that the push and lever pads are shaped to fit the American with Disabilities Act compliant handles that you need for your door. These are usually round or square, with an internal lever and an external push pad.

The majority of UPVC lever pads we sell are sprung, meaning that they return to their horizontal position when not being used, instead of hanging out and potentially sticking in the frame. This stops draughts and cold air from getting into a house. It is also the case that the majority of upvc door handle lever pad handles are handed which allows you to place them on either side of the door.

Euro Cylinder

Cylinder locks are commonly used on uPVC doors, but can also be found on other types of door. They work with a key to unlock a cylinder case which will reveal pins that can be aligned with those in the lock body, allow them to rotate the cam, thereby opening the door. Euro Cylinders are available with up to six pins. Internal and external doors require different levels of security.

Selecting the right cylinder for your needs is vitally important; this depends on the way your doors and handle are used. Doors that are external door handles euro lock, for instance, should be fitted with cylinders with greater security while internal doors can be secured using an ordinary cylinder. In addition, some cylinders come with additional features that can improve security, for instance anti-drill and anti-bump characteristics.

A euro cylinder should be properly measured to ensure that it is the right size for your door. The cylinder should be measured from the hole for fixing screws in the middle 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 possible, you may take it off to measure. It is important to ensure that there is no cylinder that extends beyond the handle or escutcheon. This can make it susceptible to lock snapping attacks.

The majority of modern cylinders have been constructed with anti-drill and bump resistance features that are built into their design. These features are designed to minimize the risk of attack by forcing the cylinder to rotate in the opposite direction. This will help to deflect attacks and ensure your door is secure.

Some cylinders are designed to resist snapping. This is an increasingly common type of attack on cylinders where the break line in the lock is targeted by a tool that is specially designed to break the front of the cylinder to allow the door to be opened. This is a lot faster and more straightforward than gaining access through multipoint locks and leaves no evidence of a burglary, which could hinder an insurance claim.

Spring Cassette

The spring cassette is located in the base of the door handle backplate, providing a spring solution and returning the multipoint lock handles back to their normal position after use. These handles used to have no spring and would drop when the locking mechanism was removed. Adding this simple component is one of the best methods to correct this, and is an excellent way to stop your doors made of upvc from getting stuck in the open or closed position, as these aren't always simple to manually close by hand.

The spring cassettes were made to be used with a sprung multipoint lock. They won't work with handles that are not sprung, and you will have to cut a hole in your backplate for them to fit. (Please look at the image for a more detailed diagram). These cassettes are a solution to broken or missing cassettes in the backplate of uPVC door handles. They feature a square cut-out that can accommodate an 8mm spindle, and are sold as a set.

These spring cassettes are an excellent value for money way to fix the problem of handles on your doors sliding. They are simple to put in and will prolong the life span of your uPVC doors. For more information about our range of uPVC accessories and spares, contact us today. in touch with our team. We are on hand to assist you and provide professional advice.