UPVC Replacement Door Handles
Over time the handles on your doors will wear down and will require replacement. When doing this it is essential that the new handles match the dimensions of the handle that was previously used.
The top screw's location as well as the lever and keyhole sizes are the three measurements you have to check. Use the size guide to assist you.
Inline Lever/Lever
A lever/lever handle is a modern door handle that is designed to fit new or replacement doors. This style of door handle is available in a wide range of styles & finishes. This handle is available from a number of manufacturers including Avocet ERA Fullex Hoppe Mila Millenco Yale.
Fab and Fix Windsor Inline Sprung Lever Door Handle
The handles of uPVC/Composite are constructed from robust materials, and are ideal for doors with multiple points that require a robust design. The handles are inline and operate with the same spindle as well as screw fixings so they can be easily fitted to doors made of uPVC/Composite, either new or old.
The design of the sprung lever allows the handle to be positioned and angled for comfortable operation and is suitable for all users. www.repairmywindowsanddoors.co.uk has been tested for endurance up to 200,000 cycles. This ensures that the quality of finish and performance is maintained over time. The sprung lever is also adjustable to accommodate a wide range of locks. This is particularly useful in doors with smaller door frames where the cylinder is further back. A shortened lever can also be used on doors that have a latch that can be opened by the thumb located on the inside.
Lever Pad
A Lever Pad door handle made of upvc operates differently than lever handles on doors. These handle types are either operated by one spindle or two spindles inline or offset. They are generally used on UPVC double-glazed doors and are available in a variety of variations and styles.
The handles have been tested to the minimum of 200k cycles and are available in several finishes including White, Silver, Chrome & 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 UPVC lever pads for handles come with a spindle, screws, and can be fitted on the uPVC door. The backplate fixation centres of 211mm permit a larger handle, which is often a benefit when replacing an old or damaged multi-point door lock mechanism. The levers for these handles have a spring, which solves the issue of door handles that move out of their horizontal position when not being used.
When choosing the replacement UPVC handle and spindle, it is important to match the dimensions of the PZ of both the multipoint lock and the uPVC door. This measurement is also called 'handle centre' or cylinder centres'. It is important to match the right handles.
Once you have the proper PZ size, you'll have to ensure that the lever pads and push pads are a suitable shape to fit the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) compatible handles you require for your doors. They are usually of a round or square shape with an internal lever as well as an external push pad.
The majority of UPVC Lever Pads we offer are spring-loaded. This means that they return to a horizontal position when they are not in use instead of hanging, and possibly being stuck in the frame. This helps prevent the draughts and cold air from entering a property. The majority of UPVC lever pad handles come in both left and right handed versions which allows them to be installed on either side of the doors.
Euro Cylinder
Cylinder locks can be found on uPVC and other kinds of doors. The cylinder lock is operated by using a key that unlocks the cylinder case. The case is then able to reveal pins that can be aligned with those inside the lock, and permit them to turn the revolving camera, opening the door. Euro cylinders can be fitted with up to six pins. External and internal doors require different levels of security.
The selection of a cylinder is essential. It's dependent on the amount of use your doors and handles will receive. For instance, exterior doors must be secured with an extra secure cylinder, while doors inside can be secured with an ordinary cylinder. In addition, some cylinders have extra features which can enhance security even more, like anti-drill and anti-bump characteristics.
A euro cylinder should be measured accurately to ensure it's the right size for your door. The cylinder should be measured from the central fixing screw hole to the end of the cylinder including the thumb turn if you have one. If you are unable to measure using the lock in a fixed position, you can take it out of it. A cylinder that extends beyond the handle and escutcheon might be susceptible to attacks like snapping locks, therefore it is important to make sure it's not too long.
The design of most newer cylinders includes anti-drilling and bump resistance features. They are designed to minimize the chance of attack by forcing cylinders to rotate in a different direction. This will help to deflect attacks and keep your door safe.
Certain cylinders are made to resist snapping. This is a growing type of attack on cylinders which is where the break line of the lock is smashed with a special tool to break the front of the cylinder and allow the door to be opened. This is a quicker and more convenient method of gaining access than using the use of a multipoint locking system. It also leaves no evidence of the break-in which could hinder insurance claims.
Spring Cassette
The spring cassette is positioned within the base of your door handle backplate providing a sprung solution that returns the multipoint lock handles back to their rest position after use. These handles used to have no spring and would droop when the locking mechanism was removed. Adding this simple component is among the best methods to correct this, and is a great way to prevent your doors made of upvc from getting stuck in the open or closed position, as they are not always easy to close manually.
These spring cassettes were created to be used with a sprung multipoint lock. They won't work with handles that aren't sprung, and you will have to cut a hole in your backplate for them to fit. (Please see the image for a technical diagram). These cassettes are a replacement to damaged or missing cassettes that are in the backplate of uPVC door handles. They have a square cut out which accommodates an 8mm spindle and are available in a variety of.
These spring cassettes offer an excellent value solution to the problem of sagging door handles. These spring cassettes are easy to install and will increase the life of your uPVC door. For more information about our wide range of uPVC spares and accessories you can get in touch with our team. We are always available to offer expert advice and to assist you.