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UPVC Replacement Door Handles Over time, the handles on your doors will wear out and will require replacement. It is important to match the dimensions of the handles that were previously used when replacing them. The top screw position, the lever and the keyhole dimensions are the three measurements that you need to verify. Use the size guide to assist you. Inline Lever/Lever A lever or lever door handle is a contemporary handle that can be used on replacement or new doors. This style of door handle is available in a variety of designs and finishes. A number of manufacturers offer this handle, including Avocet ERA, Fullex, Hoppe, Mila, Millenco & Yale. Fab and Fix Windsor Inline Sprung Lever Door Handle The uPVC/Composite handles are made from durable materials, and are perfect for multi-point lock doors that require a robust design. The handles are inline and operate off the same spindle and screw fixings so they can be easily fitted to existing or new uPVC/Composite doors. The spring lever design allows the handle to be positioned and angled to ensure a comfortable experience and is suitable for all users. The handle has been endurance-tested to 200,000 cycles. This helps ensure that the finish is of high quality and performance will last for a long time. The sprung lever is adjustable to fit a broad range of locks. This is useful for narrower doors where the cylinder is further away from the door. A shortened lever can also be used for doors with latches that can be opened by the thumb on the inside. Lever Pad The lever pad upvc handle is different from the lever handles commonly found on doors. These handles are operated by one spindle or two spindles inline or offset. They are commonly employed on UPVC doors with double glazing and come in a range of finishes & variations. The handles are available in a variety of finishes including White chrome, and Gold. The finish is BS EN 1670 Grade 5 and is resistant to corrosion. This gives the handle a high performance and durability to serve the purpose it was designed for. All of the UPVC lever pad styles for handles are supplied with screws and a spindle that allow them to be fitted on an existing or new uPVC door. The 211mm backplate fixing centres allow for a larger size handle that can be beneficial when replacing a faulty or worn multi point door lock mechanism. These handle levers have a spring, which solves the issue of door handles that sag out of their horizontal position when not in use. It is crucial to match up the PZ dimensions for both the multipoint lock and the uPVC doors when selecting the replacement UPVC spindle and handle. This measurement may also be referred to as 'handle centres or cylinder centres'. It is important to match the correct handles. After you have determined 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 that you need for your door. They are usually of a round or square shape with an internal lever and an external push pad. Most of the UPVC lever pads we offer are sprung, which means that they will return to their horizontal position when not being used, instead of hanging out and possibly securing in the frame. This prevents drafts and cold air from entering a home. The majority of UPVC lever pad handles are available in left and right handed models which allows them to be placed on either side of doors. Euro Cylinder Cylinder locks are usually found on uPVC doors, but they can also be used on other types of door. They work by using a key that unlock a cylinder that will reveal pins that can be aligned to those in the lock body, permitting them to turn a revolving cam, thus opening the door. Euro cylinders can be fitted with up to six pins with internal and external doors usually needing different levels of security. The choice of the correct cylinder is crucial; it depends on how your doors and handles are utilized. For repairmywindowsanddoors , doors that are external require a higher security cylinder, while doors inside can be secured with the standard cylinder. Additionally, certain cylinders come with additional features that increase security further, such as anti-drill or anti-bump properties. To ensure that the euro cylinder is the correct size for your door, it should be measured accurately. The cylinder needs to 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 with the lock in position, you can take it out of it. A cylinder that extends beyond the handle and escutcheon could be vulnerable to attacks, such as snapping locks, therefore it is crucial to make sure it's not too long. Most modern cylinders are made with bump and anti-drill features built into their design. These are designed to reduce the chance of a attack by causing the cylinder to rotate in the opposite direction. This will help to stop the attack and protect your doors. Some cylinders are designed to resist snapping. This is an increasingly common kind of attack on cylinders, where the break line inside the lock is smashed with a special tool to break the front of the cylinder to allow the door to open. This is a much faster and simpler method to gain access than the use of a multipoint locking system. It also leaves less evidence of the break-in which can make it difficult to prove insurance claims. Spring Cassette The spring cassette is situated in the base plate of the door handle. It provides a sprung solution to return the multipoint lock handles to their normal position after usage. There was a time when handles did not have a spring integrated into them and without this they can droop or 'drop' once the locking mechanism has been disengaged. This simple feature is one of the best methods to correct this and it is also an excellent way to stop your doors made of upvc from becoming stuck in the open or closed position, as these aren't always simple to close manually. The spring cassettes were made to be used with a sprung multipoint locks. They will not fit handles that are not sprung and you'll need to cut a hole into your backplate for them to fit. (Please look at the image for a more detailed diagram). These cassettes are a replacement to broken or missing cassettes that are in the backplate of uPVC door handles. They are available as a single unit. They have a square-cut out that can accommodate an 8mm shaft. These spring cassettes provide a great value solution to the issue of sagging door handles. They are easy to fit and will prolong the lifespan of your uPVC doors. For more information on our range of uPVC accessories and spares, please feel free to get in touch with our team. We are always available to provide professional advice and assistance you.