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UPVC Replacement Door Handles The handles on your doors wear out over time and will need to be replaced. It is essential to match the dimensions of the old handles when replacing them. The three measurements to check are the top screw's position as well as the key hole and lever sizes. Refer to the size guide for assistance in this. Inline Lever/Lever A lever door handle is a modern handle that can be put in on new or replacement doors. This type of door handle is available in a variety of styles and finishes. This handle is available from several 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 constructed of durable materials and are perfect for multi point lock doors which require a robust design. The handles are inline and work off the same spindle and screw fixings. They can be easily incorporated into new or existing uPVC/Composite doors. The design of the sprung lever allows the handle to be positioned and angled to ensure a comfortable experience and is suitable for all users. The handle has been endurance tested to 200,000 cycles, this allows for the assurance of the quality of the finish and performance of the handle over time. The sprung lever is adjustable to fit a broad range of locks. This is particularly useful for doors with narrower openings where the cylinder is further back from the door. A shortened lever can also be used on doors with latches which can be operated with the thumb inside. Lever Pad A Lever Pad door handle made of upvc operates differently to the lever type handles that are found on the majority of doors. These handle types are either operated by one spindle, or two spindles, inline or offset. They are commonly employed on UPVC doors with double glazing. They come in a range of finishes & variations. The handles have been tested to the minimum of 200,000 cycles and are available in a variety of finishes like White Silver, Chrome, & Gold. The finish is compliant with BS EN 1670:2007 Grade 5 and is also resistant to corrosion, thereby giving the handle a high level of durability and performance for its intended use. All UPVC handle lever pads come with a spindle, screws and can be mounted on the uPVC door. The backplate fixing centres of 211mm allow for a wider handle, which is often a benefit when replacing a damaged or worn multi point door lock mechanism. These handle levers have springs, which eliminate the problem 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 and the uPVC doors when choosing the replacement UPVC spindle and handle. This measurement is also referred to as the handle centre or 'cylinder centres which is a crucial aspect to match the correct handles. Once you have decided on the correct PZ size, you will need to ensure that the lever and push pads are designed to match the American with Disabilities Act compliant handles that you need for your door. These are typically round or square, with an internal lever and an external push pad. The majority of the UPVC Lever Pads that we offer are sprung. This means they can be reverted to a horizontal position after not being used, rather than hanging and possibly being stuck in the frame. This stops draughts from entering the home. You will also find that the majority of UPVC lever pad handles are handed, allowing you to install them on either side of the door. Euro Cylinder Cylinder locks are found on uPVC and other types of doors. upvc door handles work by using a key that unlock a cylinder case that is then revealed with pins that can be aligned with those inside the lock body, allow them to rotate a revolving cam, thus opening the door. Euro Cylinders are available with up to six pins. External and internal doors require different levels of security. The choice of the correct cylinder is crucial; it depends on how your doors and handle are utilized. For instance, exterior doors require a higher security cylinder, whilst internal doors can be secured with an ordinary cylinder. Additionally, certain cylinders come with additional features that can improve security even more, like anti-drill and anti-bump characteristics. A euro cylinder needs to be measured accurately to ensure it's the correct size for your door. The cylinder should be measured from the hole for fixing screws in the middle to the end of the cylinder including the thumb turn if you have one. If you are unable measure it with the lock in position, you can take it out of it. A cylinder that extends beyond the handle and escutcheon might be vulnerable to attacks such as lock snapping, so it is crucial that it is not too long. The design of many modern cylinders has anti-drilling and bump resistance features. They are designed to minimize attacks by forcing cylinders to turn in a new direction. This can help prevent attacks and keep your doors safe. Some cylinders are designed to withstand snapping. This is a growing method of attack on cylinders where the break line in the lock is smashed by a tool that is specially designed to break the front of the cylinder and allow the door to open. This is a lot faster and more straightforward than gaining access through a multipoint lock and leaves no evidence of a break-in which can impede the insurance claim. Spring Cassette This spring cassette is located within the base plate of the door handle. It offers a spring-loaded solution to help return the multipoint lock handles to their normal position after use. Previously a lot of handles didn't have a spring built into them, and without it they can droop or drop when the locking mechanism has been disengaged. Adding this simple component is one of the best ways to correct this issue and is an excellent way to stop your doors made of upvc from becoming stuck in the open or closed position, as these aren't always simple to manually close by hand. These spring cassettes have been specifically designed for use with sprung multipoint locks, they will not fit unsprung multipoint handles and you must have a custom hole cut into the backplate to allow them to fit (please see image for technical diagram). They are a replacement for broken or missing cassettes within the backplates of door handles of many brands of uPVC doors. They feature an elongated square that accommodates an 8mm spindle and are available in a variety of. These spring cassettes are an excellent value solution for the issue of sagging door handles. They 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 on hand to help and happy to provide professional advice.