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Types of UPVC Door Handles

If your upvc door handle requires replacement, it is essential to choose the correct replacement for your home. Locksmiths can provide and fit high-security uPVC handles with extra security features.

The most important measurements are measurement A (known as PZ) and the length of the backplate (measurement F). Check these measurements to make sure your new uPVC handles will fit.

Lever/Lever

A lever is a rigid bar pivoted around a point (known as a Fulcrum). When you apply a force at the end of the lever it will tend to rotate the fulcrum to the direction of the force applied. This rotates the force and lets you lift or move things that would otherwise require more force to lift.

The distance between the fulcrum and the place where you apply the force determines how far the lever can be moved. This is known as the mechanical advantage. The more the lever extends, the larger the mechanical benefit. You can calculate the mechanical advantage by dividing the distance from the fulcrum until the point at which you are applying the force by the distance between the fulcrum and where you will end the lever.

Levers can also have different effects based on the way in which forces are applied. For instance a lever of class 2 is inclined to turn in the opposite direction when the force applied to it (like a totter-totter). If you press on the door handle and force it to open, the forces will cause similar rotational effects to this.

However, levers don't create energy. Levers increase the force by making small amounts of effort applied over a longer distance into greater amounts of force applied over smaller distances. Levers are used to lift heavy objects and move massive quantities of cargo. The principle of the lever is also used in everyday tools like crowbars. Hammer claws fishing rods, hammer claws and even your own legs, when you stand on your car's hand brake.

Lever/Pad

Lever pad handles, also referred to as upvc door handles, have levers on each side to operate the multipoint locks. These are available in a variety of finishes & variations and can be installed on a wide range of materials, including UPVC doors, aluminium door handles doors & Timber Doors. They are sold in pairs for the outside and the interior doors with screws and spindles included. They are also available in hand and unhandled versions to suit different users.

They are commonly used in new constructions and are used to replace the existing upvc doors. They are typically operated by lifting the levers, which throw out all of the multipoint locks, and turning the key to close / unlock. They provide a bit more security than the standard lever handles for doors since locking can only be performed through the inside with the key.

They are not as safe as a cylinder lock however they are cost-effective ways to increase the security of your home. The only downside is that they do not provide the same level protection as a cylinder lock and therefore don't block access to the home if the door is left open.

We stock a variety of lever pad upvc handles made by top manufacturers in the field. They are made with high quality components. In general, they come with a manufacturer's guarantee.

These are usually designed to work with the 92mm lock or a replacement version called the Paddock Lock. They will feature a 92mm cylinder center on the inside and 62mm on the exterior and come with two spindle followers. Some are supplied with the backplate, and others are removable for different fixing centers.

Lever/Snib

Lever latches, which are the simplest of all door handles, are commonly used. The lever is pushed downwards to operate a simple latch inside the door that can be locked with a key. Some lever privacy handles work similar to the doorknob, however with an additional knob, similar to the doorknob.

A snib button can be very useful, especially in homes where it's essential to protect privacy or ensure security. You can use the snib feature to stop your partner from entering until they are prepared. This kind handle can also be put in on interior doors such as those in bedrooms where you want to limit access from outside.

Snib buttons can cause issues in certain circumstances, especially when you have old upvc window handles locks and warped doors. If the snib button is used in error or by someone who isn't quite used to it, the door may slam shut and lock you out. You can usually gain entry by knocking the door frame or the letterbox. But, this is not ideal.

If your uPVC door has a snib lock, we recommend replacing the handle with a contemporary E-LOK 7-Series smart lock. They can be retrofitted to pull handle kits that double glazing handles turn and come with cover plates to conceal the holes that are already present, allowing for a seamless install. The E-LOK application is able to unlock doors using RFID cards or a mechanical keys. Passcodes are also offered for convenience and security. The system has been tested to 200 000 cycles to ensure long-term durability. The handles are made of solid metal and meet BS EN 1670 Grade 5 for corrosion resistance.

Lever/Moveable Pad

This is a popular handle style for front doors. It has the benefit of preventing the door from being opened from outside without keys if the lock is not deadlocked. This is accomplished by an external 'pad' handle that locks into the gap between the handles and lock case to prevent the latch from being pulled back or the door opened.

This type of handle is designed for uPVC doors that are fitted with multipoint locks that operate with split spindle operations. This type of operation requires that the lever handle and the external pad handle are both fitted to the same lock case. This can be a simple modification to the existing uPVC handles, but it could also involve changing the lock case or a new set of handle furniture to allow for this additional functionality.

These aluminum lever/movable pads door handles are suitable to be used on uPVC and feature an unmaintained slide bearing. They also include fixing lugs, spring cassettes and a non-stick slide bearing. These handles feature an euro-profile cut out and can be installed on a variety of uPVC or timber doors.

Lever moveable pads are offered in a variety of finishes to can be used with a variety of multipoint locks. They are designed to work with split spindle locks with an 92mm centre cylinder and require a special set of split spindles that is supplied by the lock maker.

These Hoppe London lever moveable pad handle 77G/3831N/113 is made of cast aluminum with an anodized finish that is scratch and corrosion resistant. They can be used with various other Hoppe products like patio door handle (Apk official website) door handles, french door handles and window handles and come complete with an escutcheon for security.

Lever/Moveable Snib

The lever handles are among the most popular kinds of doors handles made of upvc. They are available in a variety of styles. It has two moveable inline handles and is lockable with either a key or a thumbturn cylinder on the inside. A pad handle is an alternative to a lever/lever handle and consists of a fixed or movable pad that can be used to control the lock. These Fullex handles come with a spring-loaded lever pad and a snib which can be activated to ensure the latch is held.

Choosing the right replacement door handles for your upvc doors requires careful evaluation of the PZ measurement, the screw centres and back plate length to ensure that the new handle will fit and work with the existing locking system on your doors. You can use our online measuring guide to help you take these measurements, so you're confident your new upvc handles will be the perfect fit.

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