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UPVC Replacement Door Handles The handles on your doors get worn out over time and will need to be replaced. It is important to match the dimensions of the handles you have previously replaced when replacing them. The three measurements to be inspected are the top screw's location, lever and key hole dimensions. Use the size guide to help with this. Inline Lever/Lever A lever handle or lever is a modern-day door handle designed to work with new or replacement doors. This kind of door handle is available in a wide range of styles & finishes. A number of manufacturers offer this type of handle, including Avocet ERA, Fullex, Hoppe, Mila, Millenco & Yale. Fab and Fix Windsor Inline Sprung Lever Door Handle The handles of uPVC/Composite are constructed from robust materials, and are perfect for doors with multiple points that require a robust design. The handles are inline and use the same screws and spindle to secure them. They can be easily installed on new or existing uPVC/Composite doors. The handle can be adjusted and angled to suit the needs of all users. The handle has been endurance tested to 200,000 cycles. This will ensure the quality of the finish and performance of the handle over time. The sprung lever is also adjustable to fit a broad range of locks. This is particularly useful for narrower door frames where the cylinder is further back. A shorter lever is a good choice for doors where the latch can be opened by a thumb turn on the inside. Lever Pad The lever pad upvc handle is distinct from the lever handles that are commonly found on doors. These handles are operated by one spindle or two spindles, either inline or offset. They are generally employed on UPVC double glazed doors and come in many variations & finishes. The handles have been tested to a minimum of 200k cycles and are available in several finishes, including White Silver, Chrome, & Gold. The finish is BS EN 1670 Grade 5 and resistant to corrosion. This provides the handle with an outstanding performance and durability to serve its intended purpose. All UPVC handle lever pads come with a spindle, screws, and can be fitted on a uPVC door. door handles of 211mm allow for a bigger handle, which is typically an advantage when replacing an old or damaged multi-point door lock mechanism. These handle levers are also spring-loaded, thereby solving the issue of handles that slide out of the horizontal position when not in use. When selecting a replacement UPVC handle and spindle, it is crucial to match the PZ dimensions of both the multipoint lock and the uPVC door. This measurement is also called the handle centre or 'cylinder centres which is a crucial aspect in ensuring that you have the right handles. After you have determined the correct size of PZ, you will need to make sure that the push and lever pads are shaped to match the American with Disabilities Act compliant handles you require for your door. These are typically a square or round shape with an internal lever as well as an external push pad. Most of the UPVC lever pads we sell are sprung, meaning that they will return to their horizontal position when they are not in use, instead of hanging out and potentially sticking in the frame. This keeps draughts out of the home. You will also find that the majority of UPVC lever pad handles are hand-operated that allows you to put them on either side of the door. Euro Cylinder Cylinder locks are typically used on uPVC doors, but they can be utilized on other types of doors. They work by using a key to unlock a cylinder case that will reveal pins that can be aligned to those in the lock body, allowing them to turn an revolving cam, opening the door. Euro cylinders can be fitted with up to six pins. Doors that are internal and external require different levels of security. Choosing the right cylinder is essential; it depends on how your doors and handle are utilized. External doors, for instance should be equipped with cylinders with greater security while internal doors can be secured with a standard cylinder. In addition, some cylinders come with additional features that can improve security further, such as anti-drill and anti-bump characteristics. A euro cylinder must be measured accurately to ensure it's the right size for your door. The cylinder needs to be measured from the screw hole in the center to the ends of the cylinder. This includes the thumb turn, in the event that one is present. It is best to do this with the lock in place however if this is not possible, you may remove it to take measurements. It is crucial to not have a extension of the cylinder beyond the handle or escutcheon. This can make it susceptible to lock snapping attacks. Most newer cylinders have been made with anti-drill and bump resistance features built into their design. They are designed to decrease the chance of a attack by forcing the cylinder to rotate in an opposite direction. This can help stop the attack and keep your doors safe. Certain cylinders are made to resist snapping. This is a common occurrence on cylinders. A special tool is used to break the break line of the lock and then the front of cylinder is snapped off. This is much quicker and less difficult than opening the door with multipoint locks. It also leaves no evidence of a break-in which can impede the insurance claim. Spring Cassette This spring cassette sits inside the base of the door handle backplate, providing a spring solution to return the multipoint lock handles back to their rest position after use. The handles were previously equipped with no spring, and would slide when the locking mechanism was removed. This simple feature is among the most effective ways to fix this and it is also an excellent way to stop your doors made of upvc from becoming stuck in the open or closed position, since they aren't always easy to manually close by hand. These spring cassettes have been specifically designed to be used with sprung multipoint locks but they won't work with non-sprung multipoint handles. You must have a bespoke hole cut into your backplate to allow these to fit (please check the image for a technical diagram). They are a replacement for broken or missing cassettes in the backplate of the door handle for many brands of uPVC doors. They are available as a single unit. They feature 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 sagging. They are simple to put in and will extend the lifespan of your uPVC doors. Contact us for more information about our range of uPVC accessories and spares. We are always happy to offer expert advice and support you.