UPVC Replacement Door Handles
The handles on your doors get worn out over time and need to be replaced. In this case, it is essential that the new handles match the dimensions of the previous handle.
The top screw's position the lever, and the keyhole dimensions are the three measurements you have to determine. 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 handle is available in many designs and finishes. A number of manufacturers make this type of 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 robust design. The handles are inline and use the same screws and spindle to secure them. They can be easily installed on a new or existing uPVC/Composite doors.
The handle can be placed and angled to fit any user. The handle has been tested for endurance up to 200 000 cycles. This ensures that the finish is of high quality and performance is maintained over time. The lever that is sprung can be reduced to accommodate the widest range of locks. This is particularly useful for doors with narrower openings where the cylinder is situated further away from the door. A lever that is shorter is a good choice for doors where the latch could be opened by a thumb turn on the inside.
Lever Pad
The lever pad upvc handle is different from the lever handles that are commonly found on doors. These handle types are either operated by one spindle or two spindles, either inline or offset. They are typically employed on UPVC double-glazed doors and are available in a variety of variations and styles.
The handles are available in various finishes, including White, Chrome and Gold. The finish is compliant with BS EN 1670:2007 Grade 5 and is also resistant to corrosion, giving the handle a high level of durability and performance for its intended use.
All of the UPVC lever pad styles for handles come with the spindle and screws which allow them to be put on an existing or new uPVC door. The backplate fixing centers of 211mm allow for a larger handle, which can often be a benefit in replacing a defective or worn multi point door lock mechanism. The handle levers come with springs, which eliminate the problem of door handles that sag out of horizontal position when they are not being used.
When selecting a replacement UPVC handle and spindle, it is essential to match the PZ dimensions of both the multipoint lock and the uPVC door. This measurement is also known as the 'handle centre' or 'cylinder centres and is an essential aspect in ensuring that you have the right handles.
Once you have decided on the proper PZ size it is important to make sure that the push and lever pads are designed to fit the American with Disabilities Act compliant handles you require for your door. These are typically 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 position when not being used instead of hanging and possibly securing to the frame. This keeps draughts out of the building. Also, the majority of UPVC handle lever pad style handles are hand-operated which allows you to place them on either side of the door.
Euro Cylinder
Cylinder locks are commonly used on uPVC doors, but they can also be used on other types of door. They work with a key to unlock a cylinder case which is then revealed with pins that can be aligned with the pins in the lock body, permitting them to turn 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.
Selecting the right cylinder for your needs is vitally important; this is dependent on how your doors and handle are used. Doors that are external, for instance are required to be fitted with cylinders with greater security and internal doors can be secured with an ordinary cylinder. Certain cylinders come with extra features that can increase security, 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 needs to be measured from the screw hole at the center to the ends of the cylinder. This includes the thumb turn if there is one. It is recommended to do this with the lock in place however when this isn't possible, you can remove it to measure. It is important to ensure that there is no cylindrical lock 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 included in their design. These features are designed to minimize the chance of a attack by forcing the cylinder rotate in an opposite direction. This will help to deflect an attack and keep your door safe.
Certain cylinders are constructed to resist snapping. This is a common occurrence on cylinders. window handles is used to break the break line of the lock and then the front of cylinder is snapped off. This is faster and more straightforward than gaining access through a multipoint lock and leaves little evidence of a break-in, which can impede an insurance claim.
Spring Cassette
This spring cassette sits inside the base of your door handle backplate, providing a spring solution that returns the multipoint lock handles back to their normal position after using. Previously a lot of handles of this kind did not have a spring built into them, and as a result, they can droop or drop when the locking mechanism is disengaged. Adding this simple component is among the most effective ways to fix this and it is also an excellent way to stop your upvc doors from getting stuck in an open or closed position, as they aren't always simple to close manually.
These spring cassettes are specifically made for use with sprung multipoint locks They will not work with non-sprung multipoint handles. You must have a hole specifically cut in your backplate to allow these to fit (please check the image for a technical diagram). They are a replacement for damaged or missing cassettes inside the backplate of the door handle for numerous kinds of uPVC doors. They are sold as one unit. They have a square-cut out that is able to accommodate an 8mm shaft.
These spring cassettes are a fantastic cost-effective solution to the issue of handles on your doors that are sagging. They are simple to put in and will increase the life span of your uPVC doors. Contact us for more information on our wide range of uPVC accessories and spares. We are always ready to provide expert advice and to assist you.