UPVC Replacement Door Handles
The handles on your doors wear out over time and will need to be replaced. In this case, it is essential that the new handles conform to the critical dimensions of the previous handle.
The top screw's position as well as the lever and keyhole sizes are the three measurements you have to determine. 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 a variety of styles and finishes. A number of manufacturers make 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 made of robust materials and are suitable for doors with multi-point locks that require a heavy duty design. The handles are inline and run off the same spindle and screw fixings so they can be easily incorporated into new or existing uPVC/Composite doors.
The sprung lever design allows the handle to be positioned and angled for comfortable operation and is suitable for all users. The handle has been endurance-tested to 200,000 cycles. This ensures that the finish is of high quality and performance over time. The sprung lever is adjustable to fit a broad range of locks. This is useful in doors that are narrower, where the cylinder is further back from the door. A shortened lever can also be used for doors with a latch that can be opened by the thumb located on the inside.
Lever Pad
The lever pad upvc handle is different from the lever handles that are commonly found on doors. These handles are operated by a single spindle or by two spindles, inline or offset. They are typically employed on UPVC double glazed doors and come in a variety of styles and finishes.
The handles are available in a variety of finishes including White Chrome and Gold. The finish meets 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 are supplied with the spindle and screws which allow them to be fitted on a new or existing uPVC door. The backplate fixation centres of 211mm allow for a bigger handle, which is usually beneficial when replacing an old or faulty multi-point door lock mechanism. These handle levers have springs, which eliminate the problem of door handles that sag out of their horizontal position when they are not being used.
It is crucial to match up the PZ dimensions of both the multipoint lock as well as the uPVC doors when choosing the replacement UPVC spindle and handle. This measurement may also be called 'handle centre' or cylinder centres'. It is important to match the correct handles.
Once you have the proper PZ size you will then need to ensure that the handle lever pads and push pads are a suitable shape to fit the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) compatible handles you require for your doors. These are typically round or square with an internal lever and an external push pad.
The majority of UPVC lever pads that we offer are sprung, which means that they return to their horizontal position when they are not in use, instead of hanging out and possibly sticking in the frame. This stops draughts and cold air from entering a property. Also, the majority of the UPVC handle lever pad style handles are handed, allowing you to install them on either side of the door.
Euro Cylinder
Cylinder locks are commonly found on uPVC doors, but they can be utilized on other types of door. They work by using a key to unlock a cylinder case that will reveal pins that can be aligned to those inside the lock body, allow them to rotate a revolving cam, thus opening the door. Euro cylinders can be fitted with up to six pins. Doors that are internal and external require different levels of security.
The choice of cylinder is crucial. It's dependent on the use that your doors and handles receive. For door handle repairs near me , external doors must be secured with a higher security cylinder, whilst internal doors can be secured using the standard cylinder. In addition, some cylinders have extra features that can improve security, for instance anti-drill or anti-bump properties.
A euro cylinder should be measured accurately to ensure it is the correct size for your door. The cylinder should be measured from the hole for fixing screws in the middle to each end of the cylinder including the thumb turn if you have one. It is best to do this while the lock is in place however, if this is not possible, you can remove it to take measurements. A cylinder that extends beyond the handle and escutcheon might be vulnerable to attacks, such as lock snapping, 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 the chance of attack by forcing cylinders to turn in a new direction. This can help stop the attack and keep your doors safe.
There are cylinders made to withstand snapping. This is a more frequent kind of attack on cylinders, which is where the break line of the lock is targeted using a special tool to break off the front of the cylinder to allow the door to open. This is a lot faster and less difficult than opening the door with a multipoint lock and leaves no evidence of a burglary, which can hinder an insurance claim.
Spring Cassette
This spring cassette sits in the base of the door handle backplate, providing a spring solution that returns the multipoint lock handles back to their original position after use. The handles had no spring, and would slide when the locking mechanism was disconnected. This simple component is the most effective way to fix this problem. It also helps prevent your upvc door from becoming stuck in the open or closed position since they aren't easy to close manually.
These spring cassettes were designed to be used with a spring multipoint lock. 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 see the image for a more detailed diagram). They are a replacement for damaged or missing cassettes inside the door handle backplate of numerous brands of uPVC doors. They are available as a single unit. They come with a square cut out that can accommodate an 8mm shaft.
These spring cassettes are a great value-for-money way to fix the problem of handles on your doors sliding. They are easy to fit and will prolong the life span of your uPVC doors. For more information on our selection of uPVC spares and accessories please feel free to get in contact with our team. We are available to assist you and offer expert advice.