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UPVC Replacement Door Handles As time passes, the handles on your doors will wear down and require replacement. It is essential to keep the same dimensions as the old handles when replacing them. The top screw's position the lever, and the keyhole dimensions are the three measurements you need to determine. Refer to the size guide for help with this. Inline Lever/Lever A lever/lever handle is a modern-day door handle designed to suit new or replacement doors. This kind door handle is available in a wide range of styles and finishes. This handle is offered by several manufacturers, including Avocet ERA Fullex Hoppe Mila Millenco Yale. Fab and Fix Windsor Inline Sprung Lever Door Handle The handles made of uPVC/Composite are made from durable materials, and are ideal for multi-point lock doors that require a strong design. The handles are inline and run off the same spindle and screw fixings so they can be easily fitted to new or existing uPVC/Composite doors. The handle can be adjusted and angled to accommodate all users. The handle has been tested to 200 000 cycles. This helps ensure that the finish is of high quality and performance is maintained over time. The sprung lever is also adjustable to accommodate a wide range of locks. This is particularly useful in doors with smaller door frames where the cylinder is located further back. A shorter lever can be used for doors with a latch which can be operated with the thumb 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 a single spindle or by two spindles, inline or offset. They are commonly used on UPVC doors with double glazing. They come in a variety of finishes & variations. The handles have been tested to a minimum of 200k cycles and are available in a variety of finishes, including White and Silver, as well as Chrome & Gold. The finish is in line with BS EN 1670:2007 Grade 5 and is also resistant to corrosion, which gives the handle a high degree of durability and performance for its intended use. All UPVC levers for handles come with a spindle, screws, and can be fitted on a uPVC door. The backplate fixing centers of 211mm allow for a wider handle, which is often a benefit when replacing a damaged or worn multi point door lock mechanism. The levers for these handles have springs, which can solve the issue of handles for doors that slide out of horizontal position when not being used. It is crucial to match the dimensions of the PZ for both the multipoint lock as well as the uPVC doors when choosing the replacement UPVC spindle and handle. This measurement is often called the handle centre or 'cylinder centres' and is a critical aspect to match the appropriate handles. When you have the right PZ size you will then have to ensure that the lever pads and push pads are of a suitable shape for the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant handles that you need for your doors. These are typically a square or round shape with an internal lever and external push pad. The majority of UPVC lever pads we sell are sprung, meaning that they will return to their horizontal position after not in use, instead of hanging out and potentially sticking in the frame. This stops draughts and cold air from getting into a house. It is also the case that 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 found on uPVC and other kinds of doors. They operate by using a key that unlock a cylinder that will reveal pins that can be aligned with those inside the lock body, allowing them to turn the cam, thereby 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 essential. It's dependent on the amount of use your doors and handles receive. For instance, doors that are external must be secured with an extra secure cylinder, while internal doors can be secured with a standard cylinder. Additionally, certain cylinders have extra features that increase security, for instance anti-drill or anti-bump properties. To make sure that the euro cylinder is the right size for your door, it should be measured correctly. The cylinder should be measured from the hole for fixing screws in the middle to each end of the cylinder and the thumb turn if you have one. It is best to do this with the lock in place, but if this is not feasible, you can take it off and remove it to measure. A cylinder that protrudes beyond the handle and escutcheon may be vulnerable to attacks, such as lock snapping, so it is essential that it's not too long. repairmywindowsanddoors of modern cylinders have been constructed with bump and anti-drill features included in their design. These features are designed to minimize the risk of attack by causing the cylinder to rotate in a different direction. This can help prevent attacks and keep your doors safe. There are cylinders that have been designed to resist snapping. This is a more frequent kind of attack on cylinders, where the break line in the lock is smashed with a special tool to break the front of the cylinder to allow the door to open. This is a much faster and easier way to gain access than using the use of a multipoint locking system. It also leaves less evidence of the burglary which can delay insurance claims. Spring Cassette The spring cassette is situated inside the base plate of the door handle. It provides a sprung solution to help return the multipoint lock handles to their original position after using. The handles had no spring, and would slide when the locking mechanism was disconnected. Adding this simple component is one of the most effective ways to fix this, and is an effective way to keep your doors made of upvc from getting stuck in the open or closed position, as they aren't always easy to manually close by hand. The spring cassettes were made to be used with a sprung multipoint locks. They are not compatible with handles that are not sprung and you'll need to cut a hole into the backplate to allow them to fit. (Please look at the image for a technical diagram). These cassettes are a solution to broken or missing cassettes in the backplate of uPVC door handles. They are sold as a single unit. They come with a square cut out that is able to accommodate an 8mm shaft. These spring cassettes are a great value for money solution to the issue of your door handles sagging. They are easy to fit and will prolong the lifespan of your uPVC doors. Contact us for more information on our selection of uPVC accessories and spares. We are always ready to offer expert advice and support you.