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UPVC Replacement Door Handles As time passes, the handles on your doors will wear out and need to be changed. When doing this it is crucial that the new handles are in line with the dimensions of the handle that was previously used. The three measurements to be inspected are the top screw position as well as the key hole and lever sizes. Use the size guide to aid you. Inline Lever/Lever A lever door handle is a modern handle that can be used on new or replacement doors. This type door handle is available in a wide range of styles 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 door handles of uPVC/Composite are made of sturdy materials and are perfect for multi point lock doors which 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 sprung lever design allows the handle to be placed and angled to ensure a comfortable experience and is suitable for all users. The handle has been endurance tested to 200,000 cycles, which will ensure the quality of the finish and the performance of the handle over time. The lever that springs is adjustable to fit a wide range of locks. This is particularly beneficial for narrower door frames in which the cylinder is further back. A shorter lever is a good choice for doors that have latches that can be opened by a thumb turn inside. Lever Pad A Lever Pad upvc door handle operates differently to the lever type handles found on most doors. These handles are operated by a single spindle or by two spindles, either inline or offset. They are typically employed on UPVC double-glazed doors and are available in a variety of variations and styles. The handles are available in a variety of finishes, including White Chrome and Gold. The finish is in line with BS EN 1670:2007 Grade 5 and is also resistant to corrosion, giving the handle a high degree of durability and performance for its intended use. All of the UPVC lever pad styles for handles come with the spindle and screws which allow them to be installed on any new or existing uPVC door. upvc replacement door handles fixing centres allow for a wider size handle that can often be a benefit in replacing a defective or worn multi point door lock mechanism. These handle levers are also spring-loaded, which solves the issue of handles hanging out of their horizontal position when not in use. It is crucial to match the dimensions of the PZ for both the multipoint lock as well as the uPVC doors when selecting the replacement UPVC spindle and handle. This measurement is also called the handle centre or 'cylinder centres which is a crucial aspect to match the appropriate handles. After you have determined the correct size of PZ, you will need to make sure that the lever and push pads are designed to match the American with Disabilities Act compliant handles that you need for your door. These are usually round or square, with an internal lever, and an external push pad. Most of the UPVC lever pads that we offer are sprung, which means that they will return to their horizontal position after not being used, instead of hanging out and possibly sticking in the frame. This keeps draughts out of the home. It is also the case that the majority of UPVC handle lever pad style handles are hand-operated, 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 that is then revealed with pins that can be aligned with the pins inside the lock body, allowing them to turn the cam, thereby opening the door. Euro Cylinders can be fitted with up to six pins, with both internal and external doors typically having different levels of security. Choosing the right cylinder is essential; it is contingent on how your doors and handles are used. For instance, doors that are external must be secured with a higher security cylinder, whilst internal doors can be secured using an ordinary cylinder. Certain cylinders are equipped with additional features that can increase security, such as anti-drill or anti-bump properties. A euro cylinder should be measured correctly to ensure that it is the correct size for your door. The cylinder should be measured from the hole in the center of the fixing screw to the end of the cylinder and the thumb turn if you have one. It is best to do this with the lock in place, but if this is not possible, you can remove it to measure. A cylinder that extends beyond the handle and escutcheon might be vulnerable to attacks such as snapping locks, so it is essential that it is not too long. The design of most newer cylinders comes with anti-drilling as well as bump resistance features. They are designed to decrease attack chances by forcing the cylinders to turn in a different direction. This helps deflect the attack and protect your doors. Some cylinders are designed to resist snapping. This is an increasingly common method of attack on cylinders, which is where the break line of the lock is attacked with a special tool to break the front of the cylinder and allow the door to be opened. This is much quicker and less difficult than opening the door with multipoint locks. It also leaves no evidence of a break-in, which could hinder an insurance claim. Spring Cassette This spring cassette sits in the base of the door handle backplate, supplying a spring-loaded solution to return your multipoint lock handles to their normal position after use. The handles were previously equipped with no spring and would drop when the locking mechanism was disengaged. This component is the best way to fix this problem. It also stops your door from getting stuck in the closed or open position as they are difficult to close manually. These spring cassettes were created to be used with a spring multipoint lock. They will not fit handles that aren't sprung, and you will have to cut a hole into your backplate in order for them to fit. (Please look at the image for a detailed diagram). They are a replacement for existing damaged or missing cassettes inside the door handle backplate of various brands of uPVC doors. They feature a square cut-out that can accommodate an 8mm spindle, and they are supplied individually. These spring cassettes are an excellent value solution for the issue of door handles that have become sagging. They are simple to put in and will prolong the lifespan of your uPVC doors. For more information about our range of uPVC accessories and spares, contact us today. in contact with our team. We are available to assist you and give you expert advice.