UPVC Replacement Door Handles
The handles on your doors are worn out over time and need to be replaced. It is crucial to be able to match the dimensions of the old handles when replacing them.
The three measurements you need to examine are the top screw's position as well as the key hole and lever sizes. Use the size guide to assist you.
Inline Lever/Lever
A lever/lever door handle is a contemporary handle that can be put in on new or replacement doors. This style door handle is offered in a wide range of styles & 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 handles made of uPVC/Composite are made from durable materials, and are perfect for doors with multiple points that require a strong design. The handles are inline and run off the same spindle and screw fixings so they can be easily fitted to new or existing uPVC/Composite doors.
The handle can be adjusted and angled to fit the needs of all users. The handle has been tested for endurance up to 200,000 cycles. repairmywindowsanddoors helps ensure that the quality of finish and performance over time. The lever that springs is adjustable to fit a broad range of locks. This is useful for narrower doors where the cylinder is situated further back in the door. A shortened lever is also a good choice for doors where the latch could be operated by a thumb turn inside.
Lever Pad
The lever pad upvc handle differs from the lever handles used on the majority of doors. These handles are operated by a single spindle or by two spindles, inline or offset. They are generally used on UPVC double glazed doors. They come in many variations & finishes.
The handles are available in various finishes, including White Chrome and Gold. The finish is BS EN 1670 Grade 5 and is resistant to rust. This gives the handle a high performance and durability for the purpose it was designed for.
All UPVC handle lever pads include a spindle and screws and can be installed on a uPVC door. The backplate fixation centers of 211mm allow for a bigger handle, which is usually an advantage when replacing an old or damaged multi-point door lock mechanism. These levers for handles are also spring-loaded, thereby solving the issue of door handles sagging out of their horizontal position when they are not being used.
When choosing a 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 often known as the 'handle centre' or 'cylinder centres and is an essential aspect of matching up the correct handles.
Once you have the correct PZ size, you'll need to ensure that the handle lever pads and push pads are of a suitable shape to fit the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant handles that you need for your doors. These are typically round or square with an internal lever and an external push pad.
The majority of UPVC lever pads that we sell are sprung, meaning that they return to their horizontal position when not in use, rather than hanging out and possibly securing in the frame. This keeps draughts out of the property. It is also the case that the majority of UPVC handle lever pad style handles are swivel which allows you to place them on either side of the door.
Euro Cylinder
Cylinder locks are found on uPVC and other kinds of doors. The cylinder lock operates by using a key that unlocks the cylinder's casing. The case is then able to reveal pins that can be aligned to the pins in the lock, and permit them to turn the revolving camera, 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 essential; it depends on the way your door and handle are used. External doors, for instance should be equipped with cylinders with greater security while doors inside can be secured with a standard cylinder. Some cylinders have extra features that can increase security, such as anti drill or anti bump properties.
To make sure that the euro cylinder is of the right size for your door, it should be measured accurately. The cylinder must be measured from the central screw hole to the ends of the cylinder. This includes the thumb turn in the event that one is present. If you cannot measure using the lock in its position, you can take it out of it. A cylinder that protrudes beyond the handle and escutcheon could be vulnerable to attacks, such as snapping locks, therefore it is crucial that it's not too long.
The design of most newer cylinders comes with anti-drilling as well as bump resistance features. These features are designed to minimize the chance of a attack by forcing the cylinder to rotate in the opposite direction. This will help to stop the attack and keep your doors safe.
There are also cylinders that have been constructed to withstand snapping. This is an increasingly common kind of attack on cylinders which is where the break line of the lock is targeted by a tool that is specially designed to snap off the front of the cylinder to allow the door to open. This is much quicker and easier to achieve than opening the door with multipoint locks. It also leaves little evidence of a break-in which can hinder the insurance claim.
Spring Cassette
The spring cassette is situated in the base plate of the door handle. It offers a spring-loaded solution to bring your multipoint lock handles back to their normal position after usage. In the past, a lot of these types of handle didn't have a spring built into them and without this they tend to droop or 'drop' once the locking mechanism is disengaged. This simple feature is one of the best methods to correct this, and is an excellent way to stop your doors made of upvc from becoming stuck in either closed or open position, as these aren't always simple to close manually.
These spring cassettes are specially designed to be used with multipoint locks that are sprung They will not work with unsprung multipoint handles and you will require a bespoke hole cut into your backplate in order for them to fit (please see image for technical diagram). These cassettes can be used as a replacement for damaged or missing cassettes on the backplate of uPVC door handles. They are fitted with a square cut out which accommodates an 8mm spindle and are available in a variety of.
These spring cassettes are a fantastic cost-effective way to fix the problem of door handles that are sagging. These spring cassettes are simple to install and will extend the lifespan of your uPVC door. For more information on our selection of uPVC spares and accessories please feel free to get in touch with our team. We are available to assist you and provide expert advice.