UPVC Replacement Door Handles
The handles on your doors get worn out over time and will need to be replaced. It is essential to keep the same dimensions as the handles that were previously used when replacing them.
upvc door handles need to examine are the top screw position, lever and key hole dimensions. Use the size guide to help you.
Inline Lever/Lever
A lever handle is a modern door handle that is designed to fit new or replacement doors. This style of handle is available in many designs and finishes. A number of manufacturers make this handle including Avocet, ERA, Fullex, Hoppe, Mila, Millenco & Yale.
Fab and Fix Windsor Inline Sprung Lever Door Handle
The uPVC/Composite door handles are constructed of durable materials and are ideal for multi-point lock doors that require a strong design. The handles are inline, and they use the same spindle and screws to secure them. They are easily fitted on a new or existing uPVC/Composite doors.
The design of the sprung lever allows the handle to be set and angled to ensure a comfortable experience and is suitable for all users. The handle has been tested to 200,000 cycles, which allows for the assurance of the quality of the finish and performance of the handle over time. The lever that springs is adjustable to accommodate a wide range of locks. This is especially useful in doors with smaller door frames in which the cylinder is further back. A shortened lever is also a good choice for doors that have latches that can be operated by a thumb turn inside.
Lever Pad
A Lever Pad upvc door handle operates differently to the lever type handles that are found on the majority of doors. These handle types can either operate from a single spindle (inline) or independently from both sides using two offset spindles or inline (pad). They are typically utilized on UPVC doors with double glazing and come in a variety of finishes & variations.
The handles are available in a variety of finishes, including White, Chrome and 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 lever pads for handles include a spindle and screws, and can be fitted on the uPVC door. The 211mm backplate fixing centres permit a bigger handle, which can be beneficial in replacing a defective or worn multi point door lock mechanism. These levers for handles are also sprung, solving the problem of door handles sagging from their horizontal position when they are not in use.
It is important to ensure that the PZ dimensions for both the multipoint lock as well as the uPVC doors when selecting the replacement UPVC spindle and handle. This measurement is often referred to as the "handle centre" or "cylinder centres and is an essential aspect to match the appropriate handles.
Once you have the proper PZ size, you'll be required to make sure that the handle lever pads and push pads are in a suitable shape for the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) compatible handles you need for your doors. These are usually square or round with an internal lever and an external push pad.
Most of the UPVC lever pads that we sell are sprung, meaning that they return to their horizontal position after not in use, rather than hanging out and possibly sticking in the frame. This keeps draughts out of the building. The majority of UPVC lever pad handles are available in left and right handed versions which allows them to be installed on either side of doors.
Euro Cylinder
Cylinder locks can be found on uPVC and other types of doors. The cylinder lock is operated by using a key that unlocks the cylinder's case. This exposes pins that can be aligned with 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. Internal and external doors require different levels of security.
The choice of cylinder you choose is vital. It's dependent on the type of use your doors and handles receive. For example, external doors must be secured with an extra secure cylinder, while doors inside can be secured with the standard cylinder. Some cylinders have extra features that increase security, like anti drill or anti bump properties.
To ensure that the euro cylinder is of the right size for your door, it should be measured accurately. The cylinder should be measured from the hole in the center of the fixing screw to each end of the cylinder and the thumb turn if you have one. If you are unable to measure with the lock in position, you can remove it. A cylinder that protrudes beyond the handle and escutcheon might be susceptible to attacks like snapping locks, therefore it is essential that it's not too long.
The design of many modern cylinders comes with anti-drilling as well as bump resistance features. They are designed to minimize attack chances by forcing the cylinders to turn in a different direction. This helps deflect the attack and ensure your doors are secure.
Certain cylinders are constructed to withstand snapping. This is an increasingly common method of attack on cylinders where the break line in the lock is attacked by a tool that is specially designed to snap off the front of the cylinder and 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 less evidence of the break-in which can delay insurance claims.
Spring Cassette
This spring cassette is located inside the base plate of the door handle. It provides a sprung solution to return your multipoint lock handles back to their original position after using. These handles used to have no spring and would drop when the locking mechanism was removed. Adding this simple component is among the most effective ways to fix this, and is a great way to prevent your doors made of upvc from becoming stuck in an open or closed position, as these are not always easy to manually close by hand.
These spring cassettes were created to be used with sprung multipoint locks. They are not compatible with unsprung handles and you'll have to cut a hole into the backplate to allow them to fit. (Please check the image for a technical diagram). They are a replacement for existing damaged or missing cassettes inside the backplates of door handles of numerous brands of uPVC doors. They feature a square cut out which accommodates an 8mm spindle and are available in a variety of.
These spring cassettes are an excellent value for money solution to the issue of handles on your doors sliding. These spring cassettes are easy to install and will extend the life of your uPVC door. For more information on our selection of uPVC spares and accessories you can get in touch with our team. We are here to help and happy to offer professional advice.