UPVC Replacement Door Handles

As time passes the handles on your doors will get worn out and will require replacement. When replacing them, it is essential that the new handles conform to the critical dimensions of the old handle.

The top screw's position, the lever and the keyhole size are the three measurements you need to verify. Use the size guide to help you.

Inline Lever/Lever

A lever handle is a modern door handle that is designed to fit new or replacement doors. This kind of handle is available in many designs and finishes. A number of manufacturers offer this handle, including Avocet ERA, Fullex, Hoppe, mila door handles, Millenco & Yale.

Fab and Fix Windsor Inline Sprung Lever Door Handle

The door handles made of uPVC/Composite are constructed of durable materials and are ideal for doors with multi-point locks that require a strong design. The handles are inline, and they utilize the same spindle and screws to fix them. They can be easily mounted on a new or existing uPVC/Composite door.

The design of the sprung lever allows the handle to be set and angled to ensure a comfortable experience and is suitable for all users. The handle has been tested for endurance up to 200,000 cycles, this will ensure the quality of the finish and performance of the handle over time. The sprung lever is adjustable to accommodate a wide range of locks. This is especially useful in doors with smaller door frames where the cylinder is located further back. A lever that is shorter can be used for doors that have a latch that can be activated with the thumb on the inside.

Lever Pad

The lever pad upvc handle differs from the lever handles that are commonly found on doors. The handle can operate from a single spindle (inline) or independently from both sides using two offset spindles or inline (pad). They are usually used on UPVC double glazed doors. They are available in a variety of variations and styles.

The handles have been tested to the minimum of 200 000 cycles and are available in several finishes including White and Silver, as well as 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 tilt and turn window handles performance for the intended use.

All UPVC levers for handles include a spindle and screws and can be mounted on the upvc door locks and handles door. The backplate fixation centers of 211mm allow for a bigger handle, which is typically a benefit when replacing an old or faulty multi-point door lock mechanism. These handle levers have springs, which eliminate the issue of handles for doors that slide out of their horizontal position when not in use.

When selecting a replacement UPVC handle and spindle, it is important to match the dimensions of the PZ on the multipoint lock as well as the uPVC door. This measurement can also be called 'handle centre or cylinder centres'. It is important for matching the correct handles.

Once you have the proper PZ size you will then have to ensure that the lever pads and push pads are a suitable shape to fit 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.

The majority of the UPVC Lever Pads we offer are spring-loaded. This means that they return to a horizontal state when not in use instead of hanging and possibly sticking in the frame. This stops draughts and cold air from entering a home. 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 the doors.

Euro Cylinder

Cylinder locks are usually used on upvc chrome door handles doors, but they can also be used on other types of door. They work by using a key to unlock a cylinder case that will reveal pins that can be aligned to those in the lock body, allowing them to turn a revolving cam, thus opening the door. Euro cylinders can be equipped with up to six pins, with external and internal doors usually having different levels of security.

Choosing the right cylinder is vitally important; this is contingent on the way your doors and handle are utilized. For instance, exterior doors must be secured with a more secure cylinder while internal doors can be secured using an ordinary cylinder. In addition, some cylinders come with additional features that increase security, for instance anti-drill and anti-bump characteristics.

To ensure that the euro cylinder is the correct size for your door, it should be measured accurately. The cylinder should be measured from the hole in the center of the fixing screw to each end of the cylinder, including the thumb turn if you have one. If you cannot measure using the lock in a fixed position, you can take it out of it. It is essential to ensure that there is no cylinder that extends beyond the handle or escutcheon. This can make it susceptible to lock snapping attacks.

The design of the latest cylinders comes with anti-drilling as well as bump resistance features. These are designed to reduce attacks by forcing cylinders to rotate in a new direction. This helps deflect the attack and keep your doors safe.

There are cylinders made to withstand snapping. This is a more frequent kind of attack on cylinders, which is where the break line of the lock is targeted using a special tool to break the front of the cylinder and allow the door to open. This is a quicker and simpler method to gain access than through the use of a multipoint locking system. It also leaves no evidence of the break-in which can make it difficult to prove insurance claims.

Spring Cassette

The spring cassette is located in the base of the door handle replacement handle backplate providing a sprung solution and returning the multipoint lock handles back to their original position after use. The handles were previously equipped with no spring and would drop when the locking mechanism was disconnected. Adding this simple component is one of the best methods to correct this, and is an effective way to keep your upvc doors from getting stuck in the open or closed position, as they aren't always easy to manually close by hand.

These spring cassettes are specially made for use with multipoint locks that are sprung They will not 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 see image for technical diagram). They are a replacement for existing damaged or missing cassettes inside the backplates of door handles of various kinds of uPVC doors. They are sold as a single unit. They have a square-cut out that accommodates an 8mm shaft.

These spring cassettes provide an excellent value solution to the problem of door handles that are sagging. These spring cassettes are simple to install and can extend the life of your uPVC door. For more information about our range of uPVC spares and accessories contact us today. in contact with our team. We are on hand to help and happy to offer professional advice.