UPVC Replacement Door Handles

As time passes the handles on your doors will wear out and require replacement upvc window handles. In this case, it is essential that the new handles match the exact dimensions of the old handle.

The top screw position, the lever and the keyhole size are the three measurements you have to verify. Use the size guide to assist you.

Inline Lever/Lever

A lever handle is a modern-day door handle designed to suit new or replacement doors. This kind of handle is available in a variety of designs 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 handles made of uPVC/Composite are made of tough materials and are perfect for multi-point lock doors that require a strong design. The handles are inline and operate from 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 positioned and angled to suit any user. The handle 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 can be reduced to accommodate a wider range of locks. This is particularly beneficial in doors with smaller door frames where the cylinder is further back. A lever that is shorter can be used on doors with latches which can be operated with the thumb on the inside.

Lever Pad

The lever pad upvc handle is different from the lever handles that are found on most doors. The handle can use a single spindle (inline) or independently from each side using two offset or inline spindles (pad). They are commonly used on UPVC doors with double glazing window handles glazing. They come in a range of finishes and variations.

The handles have been tested to a minimum of 200k cycles and are available in various 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 UPVC lever pads for handles include a spindle and screws and can be installed on the uPVC door. The backplate fixing centers of 211mm allow for a larger handle, which can be beneficial when replacing a faulty or worn multi point double glazed door handles lock mechanism. The levers for these handles have a spring, which solves the issue of door handles that move out of the horizontal position when they are not being used.

It is essential to ensure that the PZ dimensions of both the multipoint lock as well as the uPVC doors when choosing a replacement UPVC spindle and double glazed window handle. This measurement can also be called 'handle centre' or cylinder centres'. It is important for matching the correct handles.

After you have identified the correct PZ size it is important to ensure that the lever and push pads are shaped to match the American with Disabilities Act compliant handles you require for your door. These are typically rectangular or round in design with an internal lever and external push pad.

Most of the UPVC lever pads we offer are sprung, which means that they return to their horizontal position when they are not in use, rather than hanging out and potentially sticking in the frame. This keeps draughts out of the property. The majority of UPVC lever pad style handles are available in left and right handed versions, allowing them to be placed on either side of doors.

Euro Cylinder

Cylinder locks are typically found on uPVC doors, but they can also be found on other types of doors. They work by using a key that unlock a cylinder case which is then revealed with pins that can be aligned with the pins 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 both internal and external door handles euro lock doors typically having different levels of security.

Selecting the right cylinder for your needs is crucial; it is contingent on the way your doors and handle are used. External doors, for instance, should be fitted with higher security cylinders and internal doors can be secured using an ordinary cylinder. In addition, some cylinders have extra features that can improve security, for instance anti-drill or anti-bump features.

A euro cylinder must be measured correctly to ensure it is the correct size for your door. The cylinder must be measured from the screw hole at the center to the ends of the cylinder. This includes the thumb turn should there be one. It is best to do this with the lock in place, but if this is not feasible, you can take it off and remove it to measure. It is essential to avoid having a extension of the cylinder beyond the handle or escutcheon. This can make it vulnerable to snapping lock attacks.

Most newer cylinders have been made with bump and anti-drill features built into their design. These features are designed to minimize the risk of attack by causing the cylinder to rotate in an opposite direction. This helps stop the attack and keep your doors safe.

Certain cylinders are constructed to resist snapping. This is an increasingly common method of attack on cylinders which is where the break line of the lock is targeted using a special tool to break off the front of the cylinder and allow the door to open. This is much quicker and easier to achieve than gaining access through multipoint locks and leaves little evidence of a burglary, which could hinder an insurance claim.

Spring Cassette

This spring cassette is located inside the base plate of your door handle. It provides a sprung solution to return the multipoint lock handles to their resting position after usage. There was a time when these types of handle didn't have a spring built into them, and as a result, they are more likely to slide or drop once the locking mechanism is disengaged. Adding this simple component is among the best methods to correct this, and is an excellent way to stop your upvc doors from getting stuck in the open or closed position, since they aren't always simple to close manually.

These spring cassettes have been specifically made for use with sprung multipoint locks, they will not fit non-sprung multipoint handles. You will require a bespoke hole cut into the backplate to allow them to fit (please look at the image for a technical diagram). These cassettes are a replacement to broken or missing cassettes that are in the backplate of uPVC door handles. They are fitted with an elongated square that allows for an 8mm spindle to be used and are available in a variety of.

These spring cassettes are a great cost-effective solution to the issue of handles on your doors that are sagging. They are easy to fit and will prolong the life span of your uPVC doors. For more information about our range of uPVC accessories and spares, you can get in touch with our team. We are on hand to assist you and give you professional advice.