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UPVC Replacement Door Handles As time passes, the handles on your doors will wear down and need to be changed. When doing this it is important that the new handles match the critical dimensions of the old handle. The three measurements you need to examine are the top screw's location, lever and key hole dimensions. Use the size guide to assist you. Inline Lever/Lever A lever handle is a modern door handle designed to suit new or replacement doors. This kind door handle is offered in a variety of styles and finishes. This handle is offered by a number of manufacturers 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 sturdy materials and are perfect for multi point lock doors that require a heavy duty design. The handles are inline and work with the same spindle as well as screw fixings. They can be easily fitted to new or existing uPVC/Composite doors. The handle can be placed and angled to suit any user. The handle has been endurance tested to 200,000 cycles, which allows for the assurance of the quality of the finish and performance of the handle over time. The sprung lever can be shortened to fit a wider range of locks. This is particularly beneficial for narrower door frames where the cylinder is located further back. A shortened lever can also be used on doors that have a latch which can be operated with the thumb on the inside. Lever Pad The lever pad upvc handle is different from the lever handles found on most doors. These handle types are either operated by a single spindle or by two spindles, inline or offset. They are typically employed on UPVC double glazed doors and come in a variety of styles and finishes. The handles have been tested to at least 200k cycles and are available in a variety of finishes including White Silver, Chrome, & Gold. The finish is BS EN 1670 Grade 5 and is resistant to corrosion. This provides the handle with a high performance and durability to serve its intended purpose. All UPVC handle lever pads include a spindle and screws, and can be fitted on a uPVC door. The backplate fixation centres of 211mm allow for a wider handle, which is typically a benefit when replacing a damaged or old multi-point door lock mechanism. These handle levers are also spring-loaded, which solves the issue of handles that slide out of their horizontal position when they are not being used. When selecting the replacement UPVC handle and spindle it is crucial to match the dimensions of the PZ of the multipoint lock as well as the uPVC door. This measurement is also called the 'handle centre' or 'cylinder centres' and is a critical aspect in ensuring that you have the right handles. Once you have the proper PZ size you will then have to ensure that the handle lever pads and push pads are of a appropriate shape to accommodate the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) compatible handles you need for your doors. They typically have of a round or square shape, with an internal lever as well as an external push pad. Most of the UPVC lever pads we sell are sprung, meaning that they return to their horizontal position when they are not in use, instead of hanging out and possibly sticking in the frame. This prevents draughts from entering the building. The majority of UPVC lever pad style handles are available in left and right handed models that allow them to be placed on either side of the doors. Euro Cylinder Cylinder locks are commonly found on uPVC doors, but they can also be used on other types of doors. They operate by using a key to unlock a cylinder case which then reveals pins which can be aligned with those in the lock body and allow them to rotate the cam, thereby opening the door. Euro Cylinders are available with up to six pins. Internal and external doors require different levels of security. Selecting the right cylinder for your needs is crucial; it is contingent on how your door and handle are used. For example, external doors require a more secure cylinder while doors inside can be secured using a standard cylinder. In addition, some cylinders come with additional features that increase security further, such as anti-drill and anti-bump characteristics. To make sure that the euro cylinder is the right size for your door, it must be measured correctly. The cylinder should be measured from the central fixing screw hole to each end of the cylinder including the thumb turn if you have one. It is best to do this with the lock in place, but if this is not possible, you may remove it to measure. It is crucial to ensure that there is no cylindrical lock that extends beyond the handle or escutcheon. This can make it susceptible to lock snapping attacks. Most modern cylinders are designed with anti-drill and bump resistance features built into their design. These are designed to reduce the chance of attack by forcing cylinders to rotate in a different direction. This will help to deflect the attack and ensure your doors are secure. There are cylinders that have been constructed to resist snapping. This is a common occurrence on cylinders. upvc replacement door handles repairmywindowsanddoors is used to break the break line of the lock, and then the front of the cylinder is snapped off. This is a quicker and easier way to gain access than using the use of a multipoint locking system. It also leaves less evidence of the break-in which can make it difficult to prove insurance claims. Spring Cassette The spring cassette is positioned within the base of the door handle backplate, providing a spring solution and returning the multipoint lock handles back to their normal position after using. Previously a lot of handles did not have a spring built into them and without this they can droop or drop when the locking mechanism is removed. This simple feature is among the best methods to correct this issue and is a great way to prevent your doors made of upvc from becoming stuck in the open or closed position, as these aren't always easy to manually close by hand. These spring cassettes are specially made for use with sprung multipoint locks but they won't work with multipoint handles that are not sprung and you will need to have a custom hole cut into the backplate to allow them to fit (please look at the image for a technical diagram). These cassettes can be used as a replacement for damaged or missing cassettes on the backplate of uPVC door handles. They are supplied in a single unit. They have a square-cut out that accommodates an 8mm shaft. These spring cassettes are an excellent value-for-money way to fix the problem of handles on your doors sagging. These spring cassettes are simple to install and will extend the life of your uPVC door. For more information about our range of uPVC spares and accessories contact us today. in contact with our team. We are always happy to offer expert advice and support you.