UPVC Replacement Door Handles The handles on your doors wear out over time and will need to be replaced. When doing this it is important that the new handles conform to the dimensions of the previous handle. The top screw position, the lever and the keyhole dimensions are the three measurements that you need to determine. Refer to the size guide for help with this. Inline Lever/Lever A lever handle is a contemporary door handle designed to work with new or replacement doors. This kind door handle is available 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 made of uPVC/Composite are constructed of durable materials and are perfect for doors with multi-point locks that require a heavy duty design. The handles are inline, and they use the same spindle and screws to secure them. They are easily fitted on new or existing uPVC/Composite doors. The handle can be adjusted and angled to accommodate all users. The handle has been endurance tested to 200,000 cycles, which helps to ensure the quality of the finish and the performance of the handle over time. The lever that is sprung can be shortened to fit more locks. This is particularly useful for doors with narrower frames, where the cylinder is further back. A lever that is shorter can be used on doors with a latch that can be activated with the thumb inside. Lever Pad A Lever Pad https://www.repairmywindowsanddoors.co.uk/gravesend-windowrepair/ operates differently from lever-type handles found on most doors. These handles can operate from a single spindle (inline) or independently from each side using two offset or inline spindles (pad). They are usually used on UPVC doors with double glazing. They are available in a variety of finishes and variations. The handles have been tested to at least 200,000 cycles and are available in various finishes like White and Silver, as well as 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 level of durability and performance for its intended use. All of the UPVC lever pad designs are supplied with the spindle and screws which allow them to be fitted on any new or existing uPVC door. The backplate fixation centers of 211mm allow for a bigger handle, which is typically a benefit when replacing an old or damaged multi-point door lock mechanism. These handle levers have springs, which can solve the problem of handles for doors that slide out of horizontal position when they are not being used. It is essential to match the dimensions of the PZ for both the multipoint lock as well as the uPVC doors when choosing a replacement UPVC spindle and handle. This measurement may also be called 'handle centres or cylinder centres'. It is important to match the right handles. Once you have decided on the proper PZ size it is important to ensure that the push and lever pads are shaped to match the American with Disabilities Act compliant handles that you need for your door. These are usually round or square, with an internal lever and an external push pad. The majority of UPVC Lever Pads we sell are sprung. This means that they return to a horizontal state when not in use, rather than hanging and possibly securing to the frame. This stops draughts and cold air from entering a property. It is also the case that the majority of the UPVC lever pad handles are swivel that allows you to put them on either side of the door. Euro Cylinder Cylinder locks can be found on uPVC and other kinds of doors. They operate by using a key to unlock a cylinder that then reveals pins which can be aligned to those inside the lock body, allowing them to turn an revolving cam, opening the door. Euro cylinders can be equipped with up to six pins, with both internal and external doors typically requiring different levels of security. The choice of cylinder you choose is crucial. It's dependent on the amount of use your doors and handles will receive. For instance, exterior doors must be secured with a higher security cylinder, whilst internal doors can be secured with a standard cylinder. Additionally, certain cylinders are available with extra features which can enhance security further, such as anti-drill and anti-bump characteristics. To ensure that the euro cylinder is the correct size for your door, it must be measured accurately. The cylinder should be measured from the hole for fixing screws in the middle to the other end of the cylinder and the thumb turn if you have one. It is recommended to do this with the lock in place however when this isn't possible, you may remove it to take measurements. It is important to not have a cylinder that extends beyond the handle or escutcheon. This could make it vulnerable to lock snapping attacks. Most modern cylinders are constructed with anti-drill and bump resistance features built into their design. They are designed to decrease the risk of attack by forcing the cylinder to rotate in an opposite direction. This can deflect the attack, and protect your door. There are also cylinders designed to resist snapping. This is a common attack on cylinders. A specific tool is used to break the break line of the lock, and the front of the cylinder is snapped off. This is a much faster and simpler method to gain access than a multipoint locking system. It also leaves less evidence of the burglary which could hinder insurance claims. Spring Cassette This spring cassette sits in the base of your door handle backplate providing a sprung solution that returns your multipoint lock handles to their original position after usage. There was a time when handles of this kind did not have a spring integrated into them, and without it they are more likely to slide or drop when the locking mechanism has been disengaged. This simple feature is one of the best ways to correct this, and is an effective way to keep your doors made of upvc from becoming stuck in the open or closed position, as these aren't always simple to close manually. These spring cassettes are specifically designed for use 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 check the image for a technical diagram). They are a replacement for existing broken or missing cassettes within the backplates of door handles of many kinds of uPVC doors. They are fitted with a square cut out which can accommodate an 8mm spindle, and are available in a variety of. These spring cassettes are an excellent value-for-money way to fix the problem of door handles that are sagging. These spring cassettes are easy to install and will increase the lifespan of your uPVC door. Contact us to learn more about our range of uPVC accessories and spares. We are available to assist and provide expert advice.