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UPVC Replacement Door Handles

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

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

Inline Lever/Lever

A lever/lever door handle is a modern handle that can be put in on replacement or new doors. This type of handle is available in a variety of designs and finishes. A number of manufacturers make this handle, including Avocet ERA, Fullex, Hoppe, Mila, Millenco & Yale.

Fab and Fix Windsor Inline Sprung Lever Door Handle

The uPVC/Composite door handles are made of sturdy materials and are suitable for multi-point lock doors which require a robust design. The handles are inline and they utilize the same spindle and screws to fix them. They can be easily installed on new or existing uPVC/Composite door.

The handle can be adjusted and angled to suit all users. The handle has been tested for endurance up to 200,000 cycles, this will ensure the quality of the finish as well as the performance of the handle over time. The sprung lever is adjustable to accommodate a wide range of locks. This is particularly useful in doors with smaller door frames in which the cylinder is further back. A shorter lever is an ideal choice for doors where the latch can be activated by the thumb turn located on the inside.

Lever Pad

A Lever Pad upvc door handle operates differently than lever handles on doors. The handle can operate from a single spindle (inline) or independently from both sides using two offset or inline spindles (pad). They are usually employed on UPVC doors with double glazing window handles glazing and come in a variety of finishes & variations.

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

All of the UPVC lever pad styles for handles are supplied with a spindle and screws that allow them to be installed on any new or existing uPVC door. The backplate fixation centers of 211mm allow for a wider handle, which is usually beneficial when replacing an old or faulty multi-point door lock mechanism. The levers for these handles have springs, which can solve the problem of door handles that sag out of their horizontal position when they are not being used.

When choosing a replacement UPVC brompton carry handle and spindle it is important to match the PZ dimensions of the multipoint lock as well as the uPVC door. This measurement is often referred to as the handle centre or 'cylinder centres and is an essential aspect of matching up the right handles.

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

Most of the UPVC lever pads we sell are sprung, meaning that they will return to their horizontal position when they are not in use, rather than hanging out and possibly securing in the frame. This keeps draughts out of the building. The majority of UPVC lever pad style handles are available in left and right handed models that allow them to be placed on either side of doors.

Euro Cylinder

Cylinder locks are usually used on uPVC doors, but can also be found on other types of doors. They operate with a key to unlock a cylinder case that then reveals pins which can be aligned to those inside the lock body, permitting them to turn a revolving cam, thus opening the door. Euro cylinders can be equipped with up to six pins with both internal and external bi-fold doors handles typically requiring different levels of security.

Choosing the right cylinder is vitally important; this is contingent on the way your doors and handles are used. External doors, for example should be equipped with higher security cylinders, whereas doors inside can be secured with the standard cylinder. Additionally, certain cylinders come with additional features that can improve security, for instance anti-drill or anti-bump features.

To ensure that the euro cylinder is the right size for your patio door handle replacement, it must be measured correctly. The cylinder needs to be measured from the screw hole at the center to the ends of the cylinder. This includes the thumb turn in the event that one is present. It is recommended to do this with the lock in place however, when this isn't possible, you can remove it to measure. It is crucial to avoid having a extension of the cylinder beyond the handle or escutcheon. This can make it vulnerable to snapping lock attacks.

The majority of modern cylinders have been constructed with anti-drill and bump resistance features included in their design. They are designed to decrease the chances of an attack by causing the cylinder to rotate in an opposite direction. This helps deflect the attack and keep your doors safe.

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 using a special tool to break the double glazed front door handles of the cylinder to allow the door to be opened. This is a faster and easier way to gain access than using a multipoint locking system. It also leaves less evidence of the break-in which can hinder insurance claims.

Spring Cassette

This spring cassette is found within the base plate of your door handle. It is a spring-loaded solution to bring your multipoint lock handles back to their resting position after using. These handles used to have no spring and would drop when the locking mechanism was removed. Adding this simple component is among the best methods to correct this and it is also an effective way to keep your doors made of upvc from getting stuck in either closed or open position, as they aren't always simple to close manually.

These spring cassettes have been specifically designed for use with sprung multipoint locks, they will not fit non-sprung multipoint handles. You will need to have a hole specifically cut in your backplate in order for them to fit (please look at the image for a technical diagram). These cassettes are a replacement to damaged or missing cassettes on the backplate of uPVC door handles. They are available as a single unit. They feature a square cut out that can accommodate an 8mm shaft.

These spring cassettes are a great value solution to the issue of door handles that are sagging. They are easy to fit and will increase the lifespan of your uPVC doors. Please contact our team for more information on our wide range of uPVC accessories and spares. We are here to assist you and offer expert advice.