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UPVC Replacement Door Handles Over time the handles on your doors will wear out and need to be changed. When doing this it is crucial that the new handles match the critical dimensions of the old handle. The three measurements you need to examine are the top screw position as well as the key hole and lever sizes. Use the size guide to help you. Inline Lever/Lever A lever/lever handle is a modern-day door handle designed to suit new or replacement doors. This type 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 door handles are constructed of durable materials and are suitable for doors with multi-point locks which require a robust design. The handles are inline, and they use the same spindle and screws to secure them. They can be easily mounted on any uPVC/Composite doors. The handle can be positioned and angled to suit all users. The handle has been tested for endurance up to 200,000 cycles. This allows for the assurance of the quality of the finish and performance of the handle over time. The lever that is sprung can be reduced to accommodate more locks. This is particularly useful for doors with narrower frames, where the cylinder is located further back. upvc replacement door handles shortened lever can also be used for doors with a latch which can be operated with the thumb located on the inside. Lever Pad The lever pad upvc handle is different from the lever handles commonly found on doors. These handle types can either work off one single spindle (inline) or independently from both sides using two offset spindles or inline (pad). They are usually used on UPVC double glazed doors. They come in a variety of styles and styles. 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, giving the handle a high level of durability and performance for the intended use. All UPVC lever pads for handles include a spindle and screws and can be mounted on the uPVC door. The 211mm backplate fixation centres permit a larger handle, which is typically beneficial when replacing a damaged or old multi-point door lock mechanism. The handle levers are spring-loaded, which solves the issue of handles hanging from their horizontal position when they are not being used. When selecting a replacement UPVC handle and spindle, it is essential to match the dimensions of the PZ of both the multipoint lock and the uPVC door. This measurement may also be called 'handle centre' or cylinder centres'. It is important for matching the correct handles. Once you have the correct PZ size you will then have to ensure that the lever pads and push pads are of a suitable shape to fit the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) approved handles you need for your doors. These are typically round or square with an internal lever and an external push pad. The majority of the UPVC Lever Pads that we sell are sprung. This means that they can be reverted to a horizontal state when not in use instead of hanging, and possibly securing to the frame. This stops draughts from entering the property. The majority of UPVC lever pad handles come in both left and right handed versions that allow them to be placed on either side of the doors. Euro Cylinder Cylinder locks are typically found on uPVC doors, but can also be found on other types of doors. The cylinder lock operates by a key which unlocks the cylinder case. The case is then able to reveal pins that can be aligned to those in the lock, allowing them to turn the camera that rotates, opening the door. Euro cylinders are available with up to six pins. Doors that are internal and external require different levels of security. The choice of cylinder is crucial. It depends on the amount of use your doors and handles will receive. Doors that are external, for instance should be equipped with higher security cylinders, whereas doors inside can be secured with the standard cylinder. Some cylinders have extra features that increase security, such as anti drill or anti bump properties. A euro cylinder must be measured correctly to ensure that it is the correct size for your door. The cylinder must be measured from the screw hole at the center to the ends of the cylinder. This includes the thumb turn, if there is one. It is best to do this with the lock in place however if this is not possible, you may remove it to take measurements. A cylinder that extends beyond the handle and escutcheon might be susceptible to attacks like snapping locks, so it is essential that it is not too long. Most modern cylinders are designed with bump and anti-drill features included in their design. They are designed to minimize attack chances by forcing the cylinders to rotate in a different direction. This can help deflect the attack, and keep your door safe. There are also cylinders that have been designed to resist snapping. This is a more frequent method of attack on cylinders, where the break line inside the lock is attacked by a tool that is specially designed to snap off the front of the cylinder to allow the door to be opened. This is a lot faster and easier to achieve than opening multipoint locks. It also leaves little evidence of a break-in, which could hinder the insurance claim. Spring Cassette The spring cassette is positioned inside the base of the door handle backplate, supplying a spring-loaded solution to return the multipoint lock handles back to their normal position after usage. Previously a lot of these types of handle did not have a spring integrated into them and without this they can droop or 'drop' once the locking mechanism is disengaged. The addition of this simple element is among the best ways to correct this and it is also a great way to prevent your upvc doors from getting stuck in either closed or open position, since they aren't always easy to manually close by hand. These spring cassettes are specially designed for use with multipoint locks sprung They will not work with multipoint handles that are not sprung and you must have a bespoke hole cut into your backplate in order for them to fit (please see image for technical diagram). These cassettes are a solution to broken or missing cassettes on the backplate of uPVC door handles. They are sold as one unit. They feature a square cut out that is able to accommodate an 8mm shaft. These spring cassettes are a fantastic value for money solution to the issue of handles on your doors that are sagging. They are simple to install and can extend the lifespan of your uPVC door. Contact us for more information on our range of uPVC accessories and spares. We are always available to offer expert advice and to assist you.