UPVC Replacement Door Handles
The handles on your doors are worn out over time and need to be replaced. It is important to keep the same dimensions as the handles you have previously replaced when replacing them.
The top screw's position as well as the lever and keyhole size are the three measurements you need to verify. Use the size guide to aid you.
Inline Lever/Lever
A lever handle is a contemporary door handle designed to work with new or replacement doors. This style door handle is available in a wide range of styles & finishes. A number of manufacturers offer this type of handle, including Avocet ERA, Fullex, Hoppe, Mila, Millenco & Yale.
Fab and Fix Windsor Inline Sprung Lever Door Handle
The handles of uPVC/Composite are constructed from durable materials, and are ideal for doors with multiple points that require a robust design. The handles are inline and they use the same screws and spindle to secure them. They can be easily mounted on a new or existing uPVC/Composite door.
The handle can be adjusted and angled to accommodate any user. 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 useful for doors with narrower openings where the cylinder is further away from the door. A shorter lever is an excellent option for doors where the latch can be operated by a thumb turn inside.
Lever Pad
The lever pad upvc handle is distinct from the lever handles that are found on most doors. These handles can work off one single spindle (inline) or independently from each side using two offset spindles or inline (pad). They are typically utilized on UPVC doors with double glazing. They come in a variety of finishes and variations.
The handles are available in various finishes, including White, Chrome and Gold. The finish is BS EN 1670 Grade 5 and is resistant to rust. This provides the handle with the best performance and long-lasting durability for its intended purpose.
All UPVC handle lever pads come with a spindle, screws and can be installed on the uPVC door. The 211mm backplate fixation centres allow for a wider handle, which is often a benefit when replacing a damaged or old multi-point door lock mechanism. The levers for these handles have springs, which eliminate the issue of door handles that move out of horizontal position when not being used.
It is essential to match up the PZ dimensions for both the multipoint lock as well as the uPVC doors when selecting the replacement UPVC spindle and handle. This measurement is also known as the handle centre or 'cylinder centres and is an essential aspect in ensuring that you have the appropriate handles.
Once you have the proper PZ size, you'll be required to make sure that the handle lever pads and push pads are a suitable shape to fit the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) compatible handles you need for your doors. These are usually 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 when not in use, rather than hanging out and possibly securing in the frame. This prevents drafts and cold air from entering a home. Also, the majority of the UPVC handle lever pad style handles are handed which allows you to place them on either side of the door.
Euro Cylinder
Cylinder locks can be found on uPVC and other types of doors. The cylinder lock operates with a key that unlocks the cylinder case. This exposes pins that can be aligned to those in the lock, allowing them to rotate the revolving camera, opening the door. Euro cylinders are available with up to six pins. External and internal doors require different levels of security.
The selection of a cylinder is vital. It depends on the amount of use your doors and handles receive. Doors that are external, for instance are required to be fitted with higher security cylinders and internal doors can be secured with an ordinary cylinder. Additionally, certain cylinders come with additional features that increase security further, such as anti-drill or anti-bump properties.
To ensure that the euro cylinder is the right size for your door, it should be measured correctly. The cylinder should be measured from the central screw hole 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 take it out of it. upvc door handles repairmywindowsanddoors that protrudes beyond the handle and escutcheon could be susceptible to attacks like snapping locks, so it is essential to make sure it's not too long.
The design of most newer cylinders includes 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 will help deflect the attack, and keep your door safe.
There are also cylinders constructed to resist snapping. This is a growing kind of attack on cylinders, where the break line inside the lock is targeted with a special tool to break off the front of the cylinder to 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 break-in, which can impede the insurance claim.
Spring Cassette
This spring cassette sits inside the base of your door handle's backplate, supplying a spring-loaded solution that returns the multipoint lock handles back to their normal position after use. Previously a lot of these types of handle did not have a spring built into them, and as a result, they are more likely to slide or drop when the locking mechanism is removed. Adding this simple component is among the most effective ways to fix this and it is also an effective way to keep your doors made of upvc from getting stuck in either closed or open position, as they are not always easy to close manually.
These spring cassettes were designed to be used with sprung multipoint lock. They are not compatible with handles that aren't sprung, and you will have to cut a hole in your backplate in order for them to fit. (Please look at the image for a detailed diagram). They are a replacement for existing damaged or missing cassettes inside the door handle backplate of many kinds of uPVC doors. They are fitted with an elongated square that accommodates an 8mm spindle and are sold as a set.
These spring cassettes are a fantastic value for money solution to the issue of door handles that are sliding. They are simple to install and will extend the lifespan of your uPVC door. Please contact our team for more information about our selection of uPVC accessories and spares. We are available to help and happy to provide expert advice.