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UPVC Replacement Door Handles

The handles on your doors get worn out with time and require to be replaced. When replacing them, it is crucial that the new handles match the exact dimensions of the previous handle.

The three measurements to be inspected are the top screw position as well as the key hole and lever dimensions. Check the size guide for help with this.

Inline Lever/Lever

A lever handle is a contemporary door handle designed to work with new or replacement doors. This kind door handle is available in a variety of styles & finishes. This handle is available from a number of manufacturers including Avocet ERA Fullex Hoppe Mila Millenco Yale.

Fab and Fix Windsor Inline Sprung Lever Door Handle

The door handles of uPVC/Composite are made of robust materials and are ideal for multi-point lock doors that require a strong design. The handles are inline and work from the same spindle and screw fixings, so they are easily installed on doors made of uPVC/Composite, either new or old.

The handle can be adjusted and angled to fit any user. The handle for patio door has been tested to 200,000 cycles, this will ensure the quality of the finish and the performance of the handle over time. The sprung lever is also adjustable to fit a wide range of locks. This is especially useful in doors with smaller door frames in which the cylinder is further back. A shorter lever is a good choice for doors that have latches that can be operated by a thumb turn located on the inside.

Lever Pad

The lever pad upvc handle differs from the lever handles commonly found on doors. These handles are operated by a single spindle or by two spindles, inline or offset. They are generally used on UPVC double-glazed doors and come in many variations & styles.

The handles have been tested to at least 200k cycles and are available in several finishes, including White Silver, Chrome, & 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 UPVC lever pads for handles include a spindle and screws and can be mounted on a uPVC door. The backplate fixing centers of 211mm allow for a larger handle, which can be beneficial in replacing a window handle a defective or worn multi-point door lock mechanism. These levers for handles are also spring-loaded, which solves the issue of handles that slide out of the horizontal position when not in use.

It is important to ensure that the dimensions of the PZ for both the multipoint lock as well as the uPVC doors when selecting the replacement UPVC spindle and handle. This measurement is also referred to as the 'handle centre' or 'cylinder centres which is a crucial aspect of matching up the correct handles.

Once you have the proper PZ size you will then need to ensure that the lever pads and push pads are of a suitable shape for the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant handles that you require for your doors. These are typically round or square, 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 after not in use, instead of hanging out and possibly securing in the frame. This prevents draughts from entering the building. The majority of UPVC lever pad handles are available in left and right handed versions 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 used on other types of door. They work with a key to unlock a cylinder case that then reveals pins which can be aligned to those inside the lock body, allowing them to turn an revolving cam, opening the door. Euro cylinders can be fitted with up to six pins with internal and external doors generally needing different levels of security.

Choosing the right cylinder is crucial; it is dependent on the way your doors and handles are utilized. Doors that are external, for instance, should be fitted with cylinders that are more secure, whereas internal doors can be secured using the standard 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 it's the right size for your door. The cylinder should be measured from the hole for fixing screws in the middle to the end of the cylinder, including the thumb turn if you have one. If you are unable to measure with the lock in position, you can take it out of it. It is crucial to avoid having a extension of the cylinder beyond the handle or escutcheon. This could make it susceptible to lock snapping attacks.

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

There are also cylinders constructed to withstand snapping. This is an increasingly common method of attack on cylinders which is where the break line of the lock is smashed with a special tool to break off the front of the cylinder and allow the door to be opened. This is a quicker and simpler method to gain access than using a multipoint locking system. It also leaves less evidence of the burglary which could hinder insurance claims.

Spring Cassette

The spring cassette is positioned in the base of your door handle's backplate, providing a spring solution and returning your multipoint lock handles to their original position after usage. The handles were previously equipped with no spring and would droop when the locking mechanism was removed. The addition of this simple element is one of 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, since they aren't always simple to close manually.

These spring cassettes are specially designed for use with sprung multipoint locks They will not work with non-sprung multipoint handles. You will require a hole specifically cut in your backplate in order for them to fit (please check the image for a technical diagram). They are a replacement double glazing handles for existing broken or missing cassettes in the door handle backplate of various kinds of uPVC doors. 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 have become sagging. These spring cassettes are easy to install and will increase the lifespan of your uPVC door. For more information about our wide range of upvc window locking handles accessories and spares, please feel free to get in contact with our team. We are always ready to provide professional advice and assistance you.