UPVC Replacement Door Handles

The handles on your doors are worn out over time and will need to be replaced. It is important to keep the same dimensions as the handles that were previously used when replacing them.

The three measurements to check are the top screw position, lever and key hole dimensions. Use the size guide to aid you.

Inline Lever/Lever

A lever door handle is a contemporary handle that can be installed on new or replacement doors. This kind of handle is available in many designs and finishes. This handle is offered by several manufacturers including Avocet ERA Fullex Hoppe Mila Millenco Yale.

Fab and Fix Windsor Inline Sprung Lever aluminium door handle Handle

The door handles made of uPVC/Composite are constructed of durable materials and are ideal for multi-point lock doors that require a heavy duty design. The handles are inline and run from the same spindle and screw fixings so they are easily installed on existing or new uPVC/Composite doors.

The handle can be positioned and angled to accommodate all users. The handle has been tested for endurance up to 200,000 cycles. This helps to ensure that the finish is of high quality and performance is maintained over time. The sprung lever is adjustable to accommodate a wide range of locks. This is useful in doors that are narrower, where the cylinder is situated further away from the aluminium door handle. A lever that is shorter can be used on doors with a latch which can be operated with the thumb located on the inside.

Lever Pad

A Lever Pad door handle made of upvc functions differently from lever-type handles that are found on the majority of doors. These handles are operated by a single spindle or by two spindles, either inline or offset. They are typically utilized on UPVC doors with double glazed front door handles glazing. They come in a variety of finishes and variations.

The handles have been tested to at least 200,000 cycles and are available in several finishes like White, Silver, Chrome & Gold. The finish is BS EN 1670 Grade 5 and is resistant to rust. This provides the handle with a high performance and durability for its intended purpose.

All of the UPVC lever pad designs come with a spindle and screws which allow them to be put on a new or existing uPVC door. The 211mm backplate fixing centres allow for a larger size handle that is often a benefit when replacing a faulty or worn multi-point door lock mechanism. The handle levers are sprung, solving the problem of handles that slide out of their horizontal position when they are not in use.

It is crucial to ensure that the dimensions of the PZ for both the multipoint lock and the uPVC doors when choosing a replacement handles for windows UPVC spindle and handle. This measurement is often called the handle centre or 'cylinder centres' and is a critical aspect in ensuring that you have the appropriate handles.

After you have determined the proper PZ size, you will need to make sure that the lever and push pads are designed to fit the American with Disabilities Act compliant handles that you need for your door. These are typically of a round or square design with an internal lever as well as an external push pad.

The majority of UPVC Lever Pads we sell are sprung. This means they return to a horizontal position after not in use, rather than hanging and possibly sticking in the frame. This keeps draughts out of the property. The majority of UPVC lever pad style handles are available in left and right handed versions which allows them to be installed on either side of doors.

Euro Cylinder

Cylinder locks are commonly found on uPVC doors, but they can be utilized on other types of door. They work with a key to unlock a cylinder case that is then revealed with pins that can be aligned to those in the lock body, permitting them to turn a revolving cam, thus opening the door. Euro cylinders are available with up to six pins. Doors that are internal and external require different levels of security.

Choosing the right cylinder is crucial; it is contingent on the way your doors and handles are utilized. External doors, for example, should be fitted with higher security cylinders and internal doors can be secured using the standard cylinder. Additionally, certain cylinders have extra features which can enhance security even more, like 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 should be measured from the hole for fixing screws in the middle to the other end of the cylinder, including the thumb turn if you have one. If you are unable measure it using the lock in a fixed position, you can take it out of it. It is important to avoid having a extension of the cylinder beyond the handle or escutcheon. This can make it susceptible to lock snapping attacks.

The design of most newer cylinders includes anti-drilling and bump resistance features. They are designed to decrease the chance of a attack by forcing the cylinder rotate in the opposite direction. This can help prevent attacks and protect your doors.

There are cylinders that have been designed to resist snapping. This is a common attack on cylinders. A specific tool is used to break the lock's break line and then the front of the cylinder is snapped off. This is faster and more straightforward than opening multipoint locks and leaves no evidence of a burglary, which can impede an insurance claim.

Spring Cassette

The spring cassette is located within the base of your door handle's backplate, supplying a spring-loaded solution to return your multipoint sash lock door handles handles to their rest position after using. There was a time when these types of handle did not have a spring built into them, and without it they can droop or drop once the locking mechanism has been disengaged. The addition of this simple element is one of the best ways to correct this and it is also an effective way to keep your doors made of upvc from becoming stuck in the open or closed position, since they aren't always simple to manually close by hand.

These spring cassettes are specifically designed to be used with multipoint locks that are sprung but they won't work with multipoint handles that are not sprung and you must have a custom hole cut into your backplate in order for them to fit (please look at the image for a technical diagram). These cassettes are a solution for damaged or missing cassettes in the backplate of uPVC door handles. They are available as a single unit. They have a square-cut out that is able to accommodate an 8mm shaft.

These spring cassettes are a great value for money way to fix the problem of your door handles sagging. These spring cassettes are easy to install and will extend the life of your uPVC door handle replacement. For more information about our range of uPVC spares and accessories you can get in touch with our team. We are always ready to provide expert advice and to assist you.