UPVC Replacement Door Handles
The handles on your doors are worn out over time and need to be replaced. It is crucial to be able to match the dimensions of the handles that were previously used when replacing them.
The three measurements you need to examine are the top screw's location the lever and key hole sizes. Use the size guide to assist you.
Inline Lever/Lever
A lever handle is a modern door handle that is designed to fit new or replacement doors. This type of door handle is available in a wide range of styles & 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 door handles are constructed of durable materials and are perfect for multi point lock doors which require a robust design. The handles are inline and work from the same spindle and screw fixings, so they can be easily incorporated into new or existing uPVC/Composite doors.
The handle can be placed and angled to suit all users. The handle has been tested for endurance up to 200,000 cycles, this helps to ensure the quality of the finish as well as the performance of the handle over time. The lever that is sprung can be reduced to accommodate the widest range of locks. This is useful for doors with narrower openings where the cylinder is situated further back from the door. upvc door handle repairs that is shorter can be used for doors with latches that can be opened by the thumb located on the inside.
Lever Pad
A Lever Pad upvc door handle operates differently from lever-type handles that are found on the majority of doors. These handle types are either operated by one spindle, or two spindles, either inline or offset. They are typically employed on UPVC double glazed doors. They come in a variety of styles and styles.
The handles have been tested to a minimum of 200 000 cycles and are available in a variety of finishes like White Silver, Chrome, & Gold. The finish is compliant with BS EN 1670:2007 Grade 5 and is also resistant to corrosion, giving the handle a high level of durability and performance for the intended use.
All UPVC lever pads for handles come with a spindle, screws and can be installed on a uPVC door. The backplate fixing centres of 211mm allow for a larger size of handle which can often be a benefit in replacing a defective or worn multi point door lock mechanism. The handle levers are sprung, solving the problem of door handles sagging out of the horizontal position when they are not being used.
When selecting a replacement UPVC handle and spindle, it is important to match the PZ dimensions of the multipoint lock as well as the uPVC door. This measurement is also referred to as the handle centre or 'cylinder centres which is a crucial aspect to match the correct handles.
After you have identified the correct size of PZ it is important to make sure that the lever and push pads are shaped to fit the American with Disabilities Act compliant handles you require for your door. These are typically round or square, with an internal lever, and an external push pad.
The majority of UPVC lever pads that we sell are sprung, meaning that they will return to their horizontal position when not in use, rather than hanging out and potentially sticking in the frame. This prevents drafts and cold air from getting into a house. Also, the majority of UPVC handle lever pad style handles are swivel that allows you to put them on either side of the door.
Euro Cylinder
Cylinder locks can be found on uPVC and other kinds of doors. They work with a key to unlock a cylinder that then reveals pins which can be aligned to those in the lock body and permitting them to turn an revolving cam, opening the door. Euro Cylinders can be fitted with up to six pins, with internal and external doors generally requiring different levels of security.
The choice of cylinder you choose is essential. It's dependent on the amount of use your doors and handles will receive. For example, external doors should be fitted with a more secure cylinder while internal doors can be secured with an ordinary cylinder. Additionally, certain cylinders are available with extra features that can improve security even more, like anti-drill or anti-bump features.
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 central screw hole to the ends of the cylinder. This includes the thumb turn, should there be one. It is best to do this while the lock is in place, but if this is not possible, you may remove it to measure. A cylinder that is protruding beyond the handle and escutcheon might be susceptible to attacks like lock snapping, so it is crucial to make sure it's not too long.
The majority of modern cylinders have been constructed with anti-drill and bump resistance features included in their design. These features are designed to minimize the chances of an attack by causing the cylinder to rotate in a different direction. This helps stop the attack and ensure your doors are secure.
There are also cylinders that are made to withstand snapping. This is an increasingly common type of attack on cylinders which is where the break line of the lock is targeted with a special tool to break off the front of the cylinder and allow the door to open. This is faster and easier to achieve than gaining access through multipoint locks and leaves little evidence of a break-in, which can impede the insurance claim.
Spring Cassette
This spring cassette sits inside the base of your door handle backplate providing a sprung solution that returns your multipoint lock handles to their normal position after use. Previously a lot of handles of this kind didn't have a spring built into them and without this they are more likely to slide or drop when the locking mechanism is removed. Adding this simple component is one of the most effective ways to fix this and it is also an effective way to keep your doors made of upvc from becoming stuck in an open or closed position, as these aren't always simple to manually close by hand.
These spring cassettes were designed to be used with a sprung multipoint locks. They won't work with unsprung handles and you'll have to cut a hole into your backplate in order for them to fit. (Please look at the image for a technical diagram). They are a replacement for broken or missing cassettes within the backplates of door handles of numerous brands of uPVC doors. They have a square cut out which can accommodate an 8mm spindle, and are sold as a set.
These spring cassettes are a great value solution to the issue of sagging door handles. These spring cassettes are simple to install and will increase the life of your uPVC door. Please contact our team for more information on our selection of uPVC accessories and spares. We are available to assist you and provide professional advice.