UPVC Replacement Door Handles
As time passes the handles on your doors will wear down and require replacement. It is important to keep the same dimensions as the handles you have previously replaced when replacing them.
The three measurements you need to examine are the top screw's location the lever and key hole dimensions. Refer to the size guide for assistance in this.
Inline Lever/Lever
A lever or lever door handle is a modern handle that can be put in on replacement or new doors. This type of handle is available in many styles and finishes. A variety of manufacturers provide this handle, 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 made of robust materials and are perfect for multi-point lock doors that require a heavy duty design. The handles are inline, and use the same spindle and screws to fix them. They can be easily installed on new or existing uPVC/Composite doors.
The spring lever design allows the handle to be placed and angled for comfortable operation and is suitable for all users. The handle has been tested to 200,000 cycles, which helps to ensure the quality of the finish and the performance of the handle over time. The sprung lever is also adjustable to fit a wide range of locks. This is particularly useful in doors that are narrower, where the cylinder is further back in the door. A shortened lever is also a good choice for doors that have latches that can be operated by a thumb turn inside.
Lever Pad
The lever pad upvc handle is distinct from the lever handles that are found on most doors. These handle types can either work off one single spindle (inline) or independently from each side by using two inline or offset spindles (pad). They are generally used on UPVC double-glazed doors and come in a variety of styles and finishes.
The handles have been tested to at least 200 000 cycles and are available in several finishes like White, Silver, Chrome & Gold. door handles repair near me is BS EN 1670 Grade 5 and resistant to corrosion. This provides the handle with an outstanding performance and durability to serve the purpose it was designed for.
All UPVC levers for handles come with a spindle, screws, and can be fitted on the uPVC door. The 211mm backplate fixation centres allow for a wider handle, which is often beneficial when replacing a damaged or old multi-point door lock mechanism. The levers for these handles have springs, which can solve the problem of handles for doors that slide out of their horizontal position when they are not being used.
It is important to match the PZ dimensions of both the multipoint lock as well as the uPVC doors when choosing the replacement UPVC spindle and handle. This measurement may also be called 'handle centres or cylinder centres'. It is important to match the correct handles.
Once you have the correct PZ size, you'll need to ensure that the handle lever pads and push pads are in a suitable shape to fit the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant handles that you need for your doors. These are typically square or round with an internal lever, and an external push pad.
The majority of the UPVC Lever Pads that we sell are spring-loaded. This means that they will return to a horizontal position when they are not in use instead of hanging, and possibly sticking in the frame. This keeps draughts out of the home. It is also the case that the majority of the 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 kinds of doors. They operate with a key to unlock a cylinder case that then reveals pins which can be aligned with the pins in the lock body and allowing them to turn a revolving cam, thus opening the door. Euro cylinders can be fitted with up to six pins with both internal and external doors usually needing different levels of security.
Choosing the right cylinder is essential; it depends on the way your doors and handle are used. Doors that are external, for instance, should be fitted with cylinders that are more secure, whereas internal doors can be secured using the standard cylinder. Additionally, certain cylinders come with additional features that can improve security, for instance anti-drill and anti-bump characteristics.
A euro cylinder should be properly measured to ensure it is the correct size for your door. The cylinder should be measured from the central screw hole to the ends of the cylinder. This includes the thumb turn, should there be one. If you are unable to measure using the lock in a fixed position, you can remove it. A cylinder that extends beyond the handle and escutcheon could be susceptible to attacks like lock snapping, so it is essential that it's not too long.
Most newer cylinders have been designed with anti-drill and bump resistance features that are built into their design. These features are designed to minimize the chance of a attack by causing the cylinder to rotate in the opposite direction. This will help to deflect the attack and protect your doors.
Some cylinders are designed to resist snapping. This is a growing method of attack on cylinders which is where the break line of the lock is smashed using a special tool to snap off the front of the cylinder to allow the door to open. This is a quicker and simpler method to gain access than through the use of a multipoint locking system. It also leaves no evidence of the break-in which could delay insurance claims.
Spring Cassette
This spring cassette is found in the base plate of your door handle. It is a spring-loaded solution to help return your multipoint lock handles back to their normal position after usage. There was a time when handles of this kind did not have a spring integrated into them and without this they can droop or drop when the locking mechanism is removed. The addition of this simple element is among the best methods to correct this issue and is an effective way to keep your doors made of upvc from getting stuck in an open or closed position, since they aren't always easy to close manually.
These spring cassettes are specifically designed for use with multipoint locks that are sprung, they will not fit unsprung multipoint handles and you will need to have a bespoke hole cut into your backplate to allow these to fit (please look at the image for a technical diagram). They are a replacement for existing damaged or missing cassettes inside the backplate of the door handle for numerous kinds of uPVC doors. They are available as one unit. They feature a square cut out that is able to accommodate an 8mm shaft.
These spring cassettes are a fantastic value-for-money solution to the issue of handles on your doors sliding. These spring cassettes are simple to install and will increase the life of your uPVC door. Contact us for more information about our wide range of uPVC accessories and spares. We are always happy to offer professional advice and assistance you.