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UPVC Replacement Door Handles

The handles on your doors wear out with time and require to be replaced. When doing this it is crucial that the new handles match the exact dimensions of the old handle.

The top screw's position, the lever and the keyhole sizes are the three measurements that you need to determine. Use the size guide to aid you.

Inline Lever/Lever

A lever/lever door handle is a modern handle that can be put in on new or replacement doors. This style of handle is available in various styles 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 ideal for doors with multi-point locks that require a strong design. The handles are inline and work off the same spindle and screw fixings so they can be easily fitted to doors made of uPVC/Composite, either new or old.

The handle can be placed and angled to suit all users. The handle has been tested for endurance up to 200,000 cycles, this allows for the assurance of the quality of the finish and performance of the handle over time. The sprung lever can be shortened to fit the widest range of locks. This is useful in doors that are narrower, where the cylinder is situated further back in the door. A shortened lever can also be used on doors with a latch which can be operated with the thumb located on the inside.

Lever Pad

A Lever Pad door handle made of upvc functions differently to the lever type handles for doors that are found on the majority of doors. These handles are operated by a single spindle or by two spindles, either inline or offset. They are usually employed on UPVC double-glazed doors and are available in a variety of variations and finishes.

The handles have been tested to the minimum of 200k cycles and are available in various finishes including White Silver, Chrome, & Gold. The finish is BS EN 1670 Grade 5 and resistant to corrosion. This gives the handle an outstanding performance and long-lasting durability for its intended purpose.

All UPVC lever pads for handles come with a spindle, screws, and can be fitted on a uPVC door. The 211mm backplate fixation centres allow for a bigger handle, which is usually a benefit when replacing window handles an old or damaged multi-point door lock mechanism. The levers for these handles have springs, which eliminate the problem of door handles that sag out of horizontal position when not in use.

It is crucial to match the dimensions of the PZ for both the multipoint lock as well as the uPVC doors when choosing the replacement UPVC spindle and handle. This measurement is also referred to as the 'handle centre' or 'cylinder centres which is a crucial aspect in ensuring that you have the correct handles.

Once you have decided on the correct size of PZ and the correct PZ size, you must make sure that the lever and push pads are shaped to fit the American with Disabilities Act compliant handles you require for your door. They are usually rectangular or round in shape with an internal lever and external push pad.

The majority of UPVC Lever Pads that we sell are sprung. This means that they return to a horizontal position when not in use instead of hanging, and possibly securing to the frame. This prevents draughts from entering the building. It is also the case that the majority of the UPVC handle lever pad style handles are hand-operated, allowing you to install them on either side of the door.

Euro Cylinder

Cylinder locks are usually found on uPVC doors, but they can also be used on other types of door. They operate with a key to unlock a cylinder that is then revealed with pins that can be aligned with the pins in the lock body and allowing them to turn an revolving cam, opening the door. Euro Cylinders are available with up to six pins. Internal and external doors require different levels of security.

The choice of cylinder you choose is vital. It's dependent on the type of use your doors and handles receive. External doors, for example are required to be fitted with cylinders with greater security and internal doors can be secured with a standard cylinder. Certain cylinders come with extra features that increase security, for instance, anti-drill or anti bump properties.

A euro cylinder must be measured accurately to ensure that it is the correct size for your door. The cylinder should be measured from the central fixing screw hole to the end of the cylinder including the thumb turn if you have one. If you are unable measure it using the lock in a fixed position, you can remove it. It is crucial to avoid having a cylindrical lock that extends beyond the handle or escutcheon. This could make it vulnerable to lock snapping attacks.

The design of many modern cylinders includes anti-drilling and bump resistance features. They are designed to decrease attack chances by forcing the cylinders to turn in a different direction. This can help stop the attack and ensure your doors are secure.

Some cylinders are designed to resist snapping. This is a more frequent kind of attack on cylinders, where the break line in the lock is smashed with a special tool to snap off the front of the cylinder to allow the door to open. This is a lot faster and more straightforward than opening the door with multipoint locks. It also leaves little evidence of a break-in which can impede the insurance claim.

Spring Cassette

The spring cassette is situated in the base plate of your door handle. It offers a spring-loaded solution to return your multipoint lock handles to their resting position after usage. In the past, a lot of these types of handle did not have a spring integrated into them and without this they are more likely to slide or drop when the locking mechanism is removed. This simple part is the most effective way to fix this problem. It also helps prevent your door handle replacement from getting stuck in either the open or closed position, as they aren't easy to close manually.

These spring cassettes were designed to be used with a sprung multipoint lock. They won't work with unsprung handles and you'll have to cut a hole into your backplate in order for them to fit. (Please check the image for a technical diagram). They are a replacement for broken or missing cassettes in the door handle backplate of various kinds of uPVC doors. They are sold as one unit. They feature a square cut out that is able to accommodate an 8mm shaft.

These spring cassettes offer an excellent value solution to the issue of door handles that have become sagging. They are simple to install and will extend the lifespan of your uPVC door. Contact us for more information on our selection of uPVC accessories and spares. We are available to assist you and offer professional advice.