UPVC Replacement Door Handles

As time passes, the handles on your doors will get worn out and require replacement. It is important to be able to match the dimensions of the handles that were previously used when replacing them.

The top screw position, the lever and the keyhole dimensions are the three measurements that you need to check. Use the size guide to help you.

Inline Lever/Lever

A lever handle or lever is a modern-day door handle designed to suit new or replacement doors. This style door handle is offered in a variety of styles and finishes. This handle is offered by several manufacturers, 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 multi point lock doors that require a strong design. The handles are inline, and they utilize the same spindle and screws to secure them. They can be easily installed on any uPVC/Composite door.

The spring lever design allows the handle to be placed and angled to ensure a comfortable experience and is suitable for all users. The handle has been endurance tested to 200,000 cycles, this will ensure the quality of the finish and performance of the handle over time. The sprung lever can also be reduced to accommodate a wider range of locks. This is particularly useful for narrower doors where the cylinder is situated further back from the door. A shortened lever is also an excellent option for doors that have latches that can be opened by a thumb turn located on the inside.

Lever Pad

The lever pad upvc handle differs from the lever handles that are commonly found on doors. These handles are operated by a single spindle or by two spindles, inline or offset. They are commonly utilized on UPVC doors with double glazing. They are available in a range of finishes & variations.

The handles are available in a variety of finishes, including White, Chrome and Gold. The finish is in line with BS EN 1670:2007 Grade 5 and is also resistant to corrosion, thereby giving the handle a high level of durability and performance for the intended use.

All UPVC handle lever pads come with a spindle, screws and can be installed on the uPVC door. The backplate fixation centres of 211mm permit a larger handle, which is often beneficial when replacing a damaged or old multi-point patio door handle lock mechanism. These levers for handles are also spring-loaded, thereby solving the issue of handles hanging out of their horizontal position when not in use.

When selecting a 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 an essential aspect of matching up the correct handles.

After you have identified the correct size of PZ it is important to ensure that the lever and push pads are shaped to match the American with Disabilities Act compliant handles that you need for your door. These are typically round or square, with an internal lever, and 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 position after not being used, rather than hanging and possibly securing to the frame. This keeps draughts out of the building. It is also the case that the majority of upvc door handle handle lever pad style handles are handed which allows you to place them on either side of the door.

Euro Cylinder

Cylinder locks are found on uPVC and other types of doors. They operate with a key to unlock a cylinder that will reveal pins that can be aligned to those inside the lock body, allow them to rotate an revolving cam, opening the door. Euro cylinders can be fitted with up to six pins, with external and internal doors usually having different levels of security.

The selection of a cylinder is essential. It's dependent on the amount of use your doors and handles will receive. Doors that are external, for instance should be equipped with cylinders that are more secure and doors inside can be secured using a standard cylinder. In addition, some cylinders are available with extra features which can enhance security even more, like anti-drill or anti-bump properties.

To ensure that the euro cylinder is the correct size for your door, it must be measured correctly. The cylinder should be measured from the screw hole in the center to the ends of the cylinder. This includes the thumb turn in the event that one is present. 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 design of the latest cylinders has anti-drilling and bump resistance features. These features are designed to minimize the risk of attack by forcing the cylinder rotate in an opposite direction. This can help stop the attack and protect your doors.

There are also cylinders that have been made to withstand snapping. This is an increasingly common kind of attack on cylinders, where the break line inside the lock is smashed by a tool that is specially designed to break the front of the cylinder and allow the door to be opened. This is a quicker and easier way to gain access than through the use of a multipoint locking system. It also leaves less evidence of the burglary which could make it difficult to prove insurance claims.

Spring Cassette

This spring cassette sits in the base of your door handle backplate, supplying a spring-loaded solution that returns the multipoint lock window handles for wooden windows back to their original position after usage. The handles were previously equipped with no spring and would drop when the locking mechanism was disengaged. The addition of this simple element is among the best ways to correct this, and is a great way to prevent your upvc doors from getting stuck in either closed or open position, as they aren't always easy to close manually.

These spring cassettes have been specifically designed to be used with multipoint locks sprung but they won't work with non-sprung multipoint handles. You will need to have a bespoke hole cut into your backplate to allow these to fit (please see image for technical diagram). They are a replacement for existing broken or missing cassettes within the backplates of door handles of numerous brands of uPVC doors. They are sold as one unit. They have a square-cut out that can accommodate an 8mm shaft.

These spring cassettes offer an excellent value solution for the issue of door handles that have become sagging. They are simple to install and will increase the lifespan of your uPVC door. For more information about our wide range of uPVC accessories and spares, contact us today. in touch with our team. We are on hand to assist you and offer professional advice.