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UPVC Replacement Door Handles

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

The three measurements you need to examine are the top screw's location, lever and key hole dimensions. Refer to the size guide for help with this.

Inline Lever/Lever

A lever/lever handle is a contemporary door handle designed to suit new or replacement doors. This kind door handle is available in a wide range of styles & finishes. A number of manufacturers offer this handle, including Avocet ERA, Fullex, Hoppe, Mila, Millenco & Yale.

Fab and Fix Windsor Inline Sprung Lever Door Handle

The door handles made of uPVC/Composite are made of sturdy materials and are ideal for doors with multi-point locks that require a heavy duty design. The handles are inline and operate from the same spindle and screw fixings, so they are easily installed on doors made of uPVC/Composite, either new or old.

The design of the sprung lever allows the handle to be positioned and angled for comfortable operation and is suitable for all users. The handle has been tested to 200 000 cycles. This helps to ensure that the finish is of high quality and performance is maintained over time. The lever that is sprung can be shortened to fit the widest range of locks. This is useful in doors that are narrower, where the cylinder is further back from the door. A lever that is shorter can be used on doors with latches that can be activated with the thumb on the inside.

Lever Pad

The lever pad upvc handle is distinct from the lever handles that are used on the majority of doors. These handles are operated by a single spindle or by two spindles inline or offset. They are typically used on UPVC doors with double glazing. They come in a variety of finishes and 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 corrosion. This provides the handle with an outstanding performance and durability for its intended purpose.

All UPVC handle lever pads include a spindle and screws, and can be fitted on a uPVC door. The 211mm backplate fixation centres permit a larger handle, which is often an advantage when replacing an old or faulty multi-point door lock mechanism. These levers for handles are also spring-loaded, thereby solving the issue of handles hanging out of the horizontal position when not in use.

It is crucial to match up the PZ dimensions for both the multipoint lock as well as the uPVC doors when selecting a replacement UPVC spindle and handle. This measurement may also be called 'handle centres' or cylinder centres'. It is important for matching the correct handles.

After you have determined the correct size of PZ it is important to make sure that the lever and push pads are shaped to match the American with Disabilities Act compliant handles you require for your door. They typically have rectangular or round in shape, with an internal lever and an external push pad.

The majority of UPVC Lever Pads we sell are sprung. This means that they return to a horizontal state when not in use instead of hanging and possibly being stuck in the frame. This keeps draughts out of the building. The majority of UPVC lever pad handles come in both left and right handed models, allowing them to be installed on either side of the doors.

Euro Cylinder

Cylinder locks are found on uPVC and other types of doors. They work with a key to unlock a cylinder case which is then revealed with pins that can be aligned with the pins inside the lock body, permitting them to turn the cam, thereby opening the door. Euro cylinders can be equipped with up to six pins, with both internal and external doors usually having different levels of security.

Selecting the right cylinder for your needs is vitally important; this is contingent on how your doors and handle are utilized. For example, external doors require a higher security cylinder, while internal doors can be secured using a standard cylinder. Additionally, certain cylinders have extra features that increase security, for instance anti-drill or anti-bump features.

A euro cylinder must be properly measured to ensure that it is the correct size for your door. The cylinder needs to be measured from the screw hole at the center to the ends of the cylinder. This includes the thumb turn, should there be one. It is best to do this while the lock is in place however if this is not feasible, you can take it off and remove it to measure. A cylinder that extends beyond the handle and escutcheon could be susceptible to attacks like snapping locks, so it is important that it is not too long.

The design of many modern cylinders has anti-drilling and bump resistance features. They are designed to decrease attacks by forcing cylinders to rotate in a new direction. This can to deflect attacks and protect your door.

There are cylinders that have been constructed to withstand snapping. This is a more frequent type of attack on cylinders, where the break line inside the lock is smashed by a tool that is specially designed to snap off the front of the cylinder and allow the door to open. This is a faster and simpler method to gain access than a multipoint locking system. It also leaves less evidence of the burglary which could make it difficult to prove insurance claims.

Spring Cassette

The spring cassette is situated within the base plate of the door handle. It provides a sprung solution to return your multipoint lock handles to their original position after usage. These handles used to have no spring and would droop when the locking mechanism was disconnected. This simple part is the most effective way to address this issue.  window handles  prevents your upvc door from becoming stuck in the open or closed position since they are difficult to close manually.

These spring cassettes are specially designed to be used with multipoint locks that are sprung but they won't work with multipoint handles that are not sprung and you will need to have a custom hole cut into the backplate to allow them to fit (please check the image for a technical diagram). They are a replacement for existing damaged or missing cassettes inside the door handle backplate of many brands of uPVC doors. They feature an elongated square that can accommodate an 8mm spindle, and are sold as a set.

These spring cassettes are a great value for money way to fix the problem of handles on your doors sagging. These spring cassettes are easy to install and will increase the lifespan of your uPVC door. For more information on our range of uPVC accessories and spares, you can get in touch with our team. We are here to assist and give you professional advice.