UPVC Replacement Door Handles
Over time, the handles on your doors will get worn out and need to be changed. When doing this it is crucial that the new handles conform to the exact dimensions of the previous handle.
The three measurements to check are the top screw's position, lever and key hole dimensions. Use the size guide to help you.
Inline Lever/Lever
A lever handle is a modern door handle designed to suit new or replacement doors. This type of door handle is available in a variety of styles & finishes. A number of manufacturers offer this handle including Avocet, ERA, Fullex, Hoppe, Mila, Millenco & Yale.
Fab and Fix Windsor Inline Sprung Lever Door Handle
The uPVC/Composite handles are made of tough materials and are perfect for doors with multiple points that require a strong design. The handles are inline and they use the same screws and spindle to fix them. They can be easily installed on any uPVC/Composite doors.
The handle can be positioned and angled to suit the needs of all users. The handle has been tested for endurance up to 200,000 cycles, which will ensure the quality of the finish as well as the performance of the handle over time. The sprung lever can be shortened to fit the widest range of locks. This is particularly useful in doors with smaller door frames where the cylinder is further back. A shortened lever is also an ideal choice for doors that have latches that can be activated by the thumb turn located on the inside.
Lever Pad
A Lever Pad door handle made of upvc operates differently from lever-type handles that are found on the majority of doors. These handle types are either operated by a single spindle or by two spindles, inline or offset. They are usually employed on UPVC doors with double glazing. They are available in a variety of finishes and variations.
The handles are available in a variety of finishes, including White, Chrome, and Gold. The finish meets BS EN 1670:2007 Grade 5 and is also resistant to corrosion, giving the handle a high degree of durability and performance for the intended use.
All UPVC handle lever pads include a spindle and screws and can be mounted on the uPVC door. The backplate fixing centres of 211mm allow for a larger size handle that is often a benefit when replacing a faulty or worn multi-point door lock mechanism. The levers for these handles have springs, which eliminate the issue of handles for doors that slide out of the horizontal position when not in use.
It is essential to match the PZ dimensions for both the multipoint lock and the uPVC doors when selecting a replacement UPVC spindle and handle. This measurement can also be called 'handle centre or cylinder centre'. It is important to match the correct handles.
Once you have decided on the correct PZ size it is important to ensure that the push and lever pads are shaped to match the American with Disabilities Act compliant handles you require for your door. They typically have a square or round shape, with an internal lever as well as an external push pad.
The majority of UPVC Lever Pads that we sell are sprung. This means they return to a horizontal position after not in use instead of hanging and possibly sticking in the frame. This stops draughts from entering the building. You will also find that the majority of the UPVC handle lever pad style handles are swivel, allowing you to install them on either side of the door.
Euro Cylinder
Cylinder locks are typically used on uPVC doors, but they can be utilized on other types of door. They operate with a key to unlock a cylinder case which will reveal pins that can be aligned with 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. External and internal doors require different levels of security.
The selection of a cylinder is essential. It is based on the use that your doors and handles will receive. For example, external doors must be secured with a more secure cylinder while doors inside can be secured with the standard cylinder. Additionally, certain cylinders are available with extra features that increase security even more, like anti-drill or anti-bump properties.
A euro cylinder should be measured correctly to ensure that it is the right size for your door. The cylinder must be measured from the central screw hole to the ends of the cylinder. This includes the thumb turn if there is one. It is recommended to do this while the lock is in place however, in the event that this is not possible, you can remove it to measure. It is essential to avoid having a cylindrical lock that extends beyond the handle or escutcheon. This can make it vulnerable to snapping lock attacks.
The design of most newer cylinders has anti-drilling and bump resistance features. These features are designed to minimize the chance of a attack by causing the cylinder to rotate in a different direction. This will help to prevent attacks and ensure your doors are secure.
There are cylinders that have been designed to resist snapping. This is a more frequent type of attack on cylinders which is where the break line of the lock is smashed by a tool that is specially designed to snap off the front of the cylinder to allow the door to open. This is a much faster and more convenient method of gaining access than through the use of a multipoint locking system. find more leaves no evidence of the break-in which could make it difficult to prove insurance claims.
Spring Cassette
This spring cassette is found within the base plate of your door handle. It provides a sprung solution to help return your multipoint lock handles back to their original position after usage. These handles used to have no spring and would droop when the locking mechanism was disconnected. Adding this simple component is one of the best methods to correct this and it is also an excellent way to stop your doors made of upvc from getting stuck in the open or closed position, as they aren't always simple to close manually.
These spring cassettes are specially designed to be used with multipoint locks sprung, they will not fit unsprung multipoint handles and you must have a bespoke hole cut into your backplate in order for them to fit (please look at the image for a technical diagram). These cassettes are a solution for damaged or missing cassettes on the backplate of uPVC door handles. They are available as one unit. They come with a square cut out that is able to accommodate an 8mm shaft.
These spring cassettes are a fantastic value for money solution to the issue of door handles that are that are sagging. They are simple to install and will prolong the life span of your uPVC doors. Please contact our team for more information on our selection of uPVC accessories and spares. We are always happy to offer expert advice and support you.