UPVC Replacement Door Handles
The handles on your doors get worn out with time and require to be replaced. When doing this it is important that the new handles match the critical dimensions of the previous handle.
The three measurements you need to examine are the top screw position the lever and key hole sizes. Use the size guide to assist you.
Inline Lever/Lever
A lever handle is a modern-day door handle that is designed to fit new or replacement doors. This type door handle is offered in a wide range of designs 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 door handles made of uPVC/Composite are made of sturdy 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. They are easily installed on existing or new uPVC/Composite doors.
The sprung lever design allows the handle to be positioned and angled for comfortable operation and is suitable for all users. upvc door handle replacement bedford repairmywindowsanddoors.co.uk has been tested to 200 000 cycles. This ensures that the quality of finish and performance is maintained over time. The sprung lever is also adjustable to fit a wide range of locks. This is particularly useful for narrower door frames where the cylinder is located further back. A shortened lever can also be used on doors with latches that can be activated with the thumb located on the inside.
Lever Pad
A Lever Pad upvc door handle operates differently to the lever type handles that are found on the majority of doors. These handle types can either use a single spindle (inline) or independently from each side by using two offset or inline spindles (pad). They are generally employed on UPVC double-glazed doors and come in many variations & styles.
The handles are available in various finishes, including White Chrome, and Gold. The finish is BS EN 1670 Grade 5 and is resistant to rust. This gives the handle a high performance and long-lasting durability for its intended purpose.
All of the UPVC handle lever pad styles come with the spindle and screws, allowing them to be fitted on an existing or new uPVC door. The 211mm backplate fixation centres allow for a bigger handle, which is typically an advantage when replacing an old or damaged multi-point door lock mechanism. The levers for these handles have springs, which can solve the issue of door handles that move out of the horizontal position when not in use.
When choosing a replacement UPVC handle and spindle it is crucial to match the PZ dimensions of the multipoint lock as well as the uPVC door. This measurement is often called the "handle centre" or "cylinder centres which is a crucial aspect in ensuring that you have the appropriate handles.
Once you have the proper PZ size you will then have to ensure that the lever pads and push pads are a suitable shape for the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) approved handles you need for your doors. They are usually of a round or square shape with an internal lever and an external push pad.
The majority of UPVC Lever Pads we sell are spring-loaded. This means they will return to a horizontal position after not in use instead of hanging and possibly securing to the frame. This stops draughts from entering the home. The majority of UPVC lever pad handles are available in left and right handed versions that allow them to be put on either side of the doors.
Euro Cylinder
Cylinder locks are typically found on uPVC doors, but they can be utilized on other types of doors. They operate by using a key to unlock a cylinder case which is then revealed with pins that can be aligned to those in the lock body, allowing them to turn the cam, thereby opening the door. Euro cylinders are available with up to six pins. Internal and external doors require different levels of security.
The choice of cylinder you choose is vital. It is based on the type of use your doors and handles receive. External doors, for instance should be equipped with higher security cylinders, whereas internal doors can be secured using the standard cylinder. Additionally, certain cylinders come with additional features that can improve security further, such as anti-drill or anti-bump properties.
A euro cylinder should be measured accurately 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 in the event that one is present. If you cannot measure with the lock in position, you can take it out of it. A cylinder that is protruding beyond the handle and escutcheon might be susceptible to attacks like snapping locks, so it is crucial to make sure it's not too long.
The design of many modern cylinders comes with anti-drilling as well as bump resistance features. They are designed to minimize attack chances by forcing the cylinders to turn in a new direction. This will help to prevent attacks and keep your doors safe.
Certain cylinders are constructed to resist snapping. This is a growing kind of attack on cylinders which is where the break line of the lock is targeted using a special tool to break the front of the cylinder and allow the door to be opened. This is faster and less difficult than opening the door with multipoint locks and leaves little evidence of a break-in, which can impede an insurance claim.
Spring Cassette
This spring cassette is found in the base plate of the door handle. It provides a sprung solution to bring your multipoint lock handles to their resting position after use. There was a time when handles of this kind didn't have a spring built into them and without this they tend to droop or drop when the locking mechanism is removed. This simple feature is among the most effective ways to fix this, and is a great way to prevent your doors made of upvc from becoming stuck in the open or closed position, since they are not always easy to manually close by hand.
These spring cassettes are specifically designed for use with multipoint locks that are sprung, they will not fit multipoint handles that are not sprung and you will need to have a bespoke hole cut into the backplate to allow them to fit (please see image for technical diagram). These cassettes are a replacement to broken or missing cassettes in the backplate of uPVC door handles. They have a square cut-out that allows for an 8mm spindle to be used and they are supplied individually.
These spring cassettes offer an excellent value solution for the issue of door handles that have become sagging. They are simple to install and will increase the life span of your uPVC doors. Contact us for more information about our wide range of uPVC accessories and spares. We are on hand to assist and offer expert advice.