UPVC Replacement Door Handles

The handles on your doors are worn out over time and will need to be replaced. When replacing them, it is crucial that the new handles conform to the critical dimensions of the old handle.

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

Inline Lever/Lever

A lever or lever door handle is a contemporary handle that can be used on doors that are new or replacement. This kind of handle is available in many styles and finishes. A variety of manufacturers provide this handle, including Avocet ERA, Fullex, Hoppe, Mila, Millenco & Yale.

Fab and Fix Windsor Inline Sprung Lever Door Handle

The door handles of uPVC/Composite are made of robust materials and are suitable for doors with multi-point locks which require a robust design. The handles are inline and run off the same spindle and screw fixings. They can be easily incorporated into new or existing uPVC/Composite doors.

The handle can be positioned and angled to suit the needs of all users. The handle has been tested to 200 000 cycles. This helps to ensure that the finish is of high quality and performance is maintained over time. The sprung lever is also adjustable to accommodate a wide range of locks. This is particularly useful for doors with narrower openings where the cylinder is further away from the door. A lever that is shorter is a good choice for doors where the latch can be activated by the thumb turn on the inside.

Lever Pad

A Lever Pad upvc door handle operates differently from lever-type handles that are found on the majority of doors. The handle can operate from a single spindle (inline) or independently from both sides using two offset or inline spindles (pad). They are usually employed on UPVC doors with double glazing handles glazing and come in a range of finishes & variations.

The handles have been tested to the minimum of 200 000 cycles and are available in various finishes, including white window handles, Silver, Chrome & Gold. The finish is in line with BS EN 1670:2007 Grade 5 and is also resistant to corrosion, which gives the handle a high degree of durability and performance for the intended use.

All UPVC levers for handles come with a spindle, screws, and can be fitted on a uPVC door. The backplate fixing centres of 211mm permit a bigger size of handle which can often be a benefit when replacing a damaged or worn multi point door lock mechanism. The levers for these handles have springs, which can solve the problem of door handle replacements handles that sag out of horizontal position when not being used.

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

After you have identified the proper PZ size it is important to make sure that the push and lever pads are shaped to match the American with Disabilities Act compliant handles you require for your door. They are typically round or square, with an internal lever and an external push pad.

Most of the UPVC lever pads we offer are sprung, which means that they will return to their horizontal position after not being used, instead of hanging out and possibly securing in the frame. This prevents drafts and cold air from entering a property. Also, the majority of UPVC handle lever pad style handles are hand-operated which allows you to place them on either side of the door.

Euro Cylinder

Cylinder locks can be found on upvc door handles replacement and other types of doors. The cylinder lock is operated by using a key that unlocks the cylinder's case. The case is then able to reveal pins that can be aligned with those inside the lock, and permit them to turn the revolving camera, thereby opening the door. Euro cylinders can be fitted with up to six pins. Doors that are internal and external door handles euro lock require different levels of security.

The choice of the correct cylinder is vitally important; this depends on how your doors and handle are utilized. Doors that are external, for instance are required to be fitted with cylinders with greater security, whereas doors inside can be secured with an ordinary cylinder. Some cylinders have extra features that increase security, like anti drill or anti bump properties.

To ensure that the euro cylinder is the right size for your door, it must be measured accurately. The cylinder must 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 using the lock in a fixed position, you can remove it. A cylinder that protrudes beyond the handle and escutcheon might be vulnerable to attacks such as snapping locks, so it is crucial that it is not too long.

The majority of modern cylinders have been designed with anti-drill and bump resistance features built into their design. These are designed to reduce the chances of an attack by forcing the cylinder to rotate in an opposite direction. This can help stop the attack and protect your doors.

Some cylinders are designed to withstand snapping. This is a common occurrence on cylinders. A specific tool is used to break the break line of the lock, and then the front of the cylinder is snapped off. This is much quicker and less difficult than gaining access through a multipoint lock and leaves little evidence of a burglary, which could 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 return your multipoint lock handles to their original position after usage. Previously a lot of handles did not have a spring integrated into them and without this they can droop or drop when the locking mechanism is removed. This simple feature is one of 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 these are not always easy to manually close by hand.

These spring cassettes are specially designed to be used with sprung multipoint locks, they will not fit non-sprung multipoint handles. You will need to have 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 existing broken or missing cassettes in the backplates of door handles of many kinds of uPVC doors. They are supplied in one unit. They feature a square cut out that can accommodate an 8mm shaft.

These spring cassettes are a fantastic value-for-money solution to the issue of your 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 selection of uPVC spares and accessories contact us today. in contact with our team. We are always ready to offer professional advice and assistance you.