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UPVC Replacement Door Handles

The handles on your doors are worn out with time and require to be replaced. In this case, it is important that the new handles conform to the exact dimensions of the old handle.

The top screw's position the lever, and the keyhole sizes are the three measurements you have to check. Check the size guide for assistance with this.

Inline Lever/Lever

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

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The handles made of uPVC/Composite are made from robust materials, and are ideal for multi-point lock doors that require a robust design. The handles are inline and run off the same spindle and screw fixings, so they can be easily incorporated into doors made of uPVC/Composite, either new or old.

The sprung lever design allows the handle to be set and angled for comfortable operation and is suitable for all users. The handle has been tested for endurance up to 200,000 cycles. This helps to ensure that the finish is of high quality and performance is maintained over time. The sprung lever can also be cut to fit a wider range of locks. This is useful for doors with narrower openings where the cylinder is further back in the door. A shortened lever is also an ideal choice for doors where the latch can be operated by a thumb turn located on the inside.

Lever Pad

A Lever Pad upvc door handle operates differently to the lever type handles found on most doors. These handle types can either use a single spindle (inline) or independently from each side using two offset or inline spindles (pad). They are usually employed on UPVC double glazed doors and come in many variations & styles.

The handles have been tested to a minimum of 200k cycles and are available in a variety of finishes, including White Silver, Chrome, & Gold. The finish meets BS EN 1670:2007 Grade 5 and is also resistant to corrosion, giving the handle a high level of durability and performance for the intended use.

All of the UPVC handle lever pad styles are supplied with a spindle and screws that allow them to be fitted on a new or existing uPVC door. The 211mm backplate fixing centres allow for a wider size handle that can often be a benefit when replacing a faulty or worn multi-point door lock mechanism. These handle levers are also spring-loaded, which solves the issue of handles hanging out of their horizontal position when they are not being used.

When selecting the replacement UPVC handle and spindle it is important to match the PZ dimensions of the multipoint lock as well as the uPVC door. This measurement is also referred to as the "handle centre" or "cylinder centres' and is a critical aspect of matching up the right handles.

After  repairmywindowsanddoors  have identified the correct size of PZ, you will need to ensure that the push and lever pads are designed to match the American with Disabilities Act compliant handles that you need for your door. These are typically rectangular or round in shape, with an internal lever as well as an external push pad.

The majority of UPVC Lever Pads we sell are spring-loaded. This means that they can be reverted to a horizontal state when they are not in use instead of hanging, and possibly being stuck in the frame. This helps prevent the draughts and cold air from getting into a house. The majority of UPVC lever pad style handles are available in left and right handed models, allowing them to be placed on either side of doors.

Euro Cylinder

Cylinder locks can be found on uPVC and other kinds of doors. The cylinder lock operates by using a key that unlocks the cylinder's case. This exposes pins that can be aligned with those inside the lock, and permit them to rotate the camera that rotates, opening the door. Euro cylinders can be fitted with up to six pins, with internal and external doors typically requiring different levels of security.

The selection of a cylinder is crucial. It depends on the amount of use your doors and handles will receive. For example, external doors should be fitted with a higher security cylinder, while doors inside can be secured using an ordinary cylinder. Some cylinders have extra features that can improve security, such as anti-drill or anti-bump properties.

A euro cylinder needs to be measured correctly to ensure that it is the right size for your door. The cylinder needs to be measured from the screw hole in the center to the ends of the cylinder. This includes the thumb turn if there is one. If you are unable measure it with the lock in position, you can remove it. It is crucial to not have a cylinder that extends beyond the handle or escutcheon. This could make it vulnerable to lock snapping attacks.

The design of most newer cylinders comes with anti-drilling as well as bump resistance features. These are designed to reduce the chance of a attack by causing the cylinder to rotate in an opposite direction. This can help stop the attack and protect your doors.

There are cylinders that are constructed to withstand snapping. This is a growing type of attack on cylinders, which is where the break line of the lock is targeted with a special tool to break the front of the cylinder to allow the door to open. This is much quicker and more straightforward than opening multipoint locks. It also leaves little evidence of a burglary, which can hinder the insurance claim.

Spring Cassette

The spring cassette is situated inside the base plate of your door handle. It provides a sprung solution to help return your multipoint lock handles to their normal position after usage. The handles were previously equipped with no spring, and would slide when the locking mechanism was removed. Adding this simple component is among the best ways to correct this and it is also a great way to prevent your doors made of upvc from becoming stuck in either closed or open position, as they aren't always simple to manually close by hand.

These spring cassettes are specially designed to be used with multipoint locks that are sprung but they won't work with non-sprung multipoint handles. You will require a bespoke hole cut into your backplate to allow these to fit (please look at the image for a technical diagram). They are a replacement for damaged or missing cassettes inside the backplate of the door handle for various brands of uPVC doors. They are sold as one unit. They come with a square cut out that is able to accommodate an 8mm shaft.

These spring cassettes are a fantastic value-for-money solution to the issue of your door handles that are sagging. They are simple to install and will increase the life span of your uPVC doors. Contact us for more information about our range of uPVC accessories and spares. We are always available to provide professional advice and assistance you.