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UPVC Replacement Door Handles The handles on your doors get worn out with time and require to be replaced. In this case, it is important that the new handles are in line with the dimensions of the handle that was previously used. The top screw position as well as the lever and keyhole size are the three measurements you have to determine. Use the size guide to assistance in this. Inline Lever/Lever A lever/lever door handle is a modern handle that can be used on doors that are new or replacement. This type 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 perfect for multi-point lock doors that need a heavy-duty design. The handles are inline and run from the same spindle and screw fixings, so they are easily installed on new or existing uPVC/Composite doors. The handle can be adjusted and angled to accommodate the needs of all users. The handle has been tested to 200,000 cycles, which helps to ensure the quality of the finish as well as the performance of the handle over time. The sprung lever can also be reduced to accommodate more locks. This is particularly useful in doors that are narrower, where the cylinder is situated further back from the door. A lever that is shorter can be used for doors with latches which can be operated with the thumb inside. Lever Pad The lever pad upvc handle differs from the lever handles that are commonly found on doors. These handle types are either operated by a single spindle or by two spindles, either inline or offset. They are typically used on UPVC doors with double glazing. They come in a variety of finishes & variations. The handles have been tested to the minimum of 200k cycles and are available in a variety of finishes like White Silver, Chrome, & Gold. The finish is compliant with BS EN 1670:2007 Grade 5 and is also resistant to corrosion, thereby giving the handle a high degree of durability and performance for its intended use. All of the UPVC lever pad designs come with the spindle and screws which allow them to be put on an existing or new uPVC door. The backplate fixing centres of 211mm allow for a larger handle, which is often a benefit when replacing a faulty or worn multi-point door lock mechanism. The levers for these handles have springs, which can solve the issue of door handles that sag out of the horizontal position when not being used. When selecting a replacement UPVC handle and spindle it is essential to match the dimensions of the PZ of both the multipoint lock and the uPVC door. This measurement can also be called 'handle centres' or cylinder centres'. It is important for matching the correct handles. Once you have the correct PZ size you will then need to ensure that the lever pads and push pads are in a appropriate shape to accommodate the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant handles that you require for your doors. These are usually 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 after not in use, instead of hanging out and potentially sticking in the frame. This stops draughts and cold air from entering a property. The majority of UPVC lever pad handles are available in left and right handed models that allow them to be placed on either side of doors. Euro Cylinder Cylinder locks are usually found on uPVC doors, but can also be found on other types of doors. They operate by using a key to unlock a cylinder case that will reveal pins that can be aligned with the pins in the lock body, permitting them to turn the cam, thereby opening the door. Euro cylinders can be equipped with up to six pins with internal and external doors typically requiring different levels of security. The choice of cylinder is crucial. It's dependent on the type of use your doors and handles will receive. Doors that are external, for instance should be equipped with cylinders with greater security, whereas internal doors can be secured with a standard cylinder. Certain cylinders come with extra features that increase security, such as anti-drill or anti-bump properties. To make sure that the euro cylinder is of the right size for your door, it must be measured correctly. The cylinder should be measured from the hole in the center of the fixing screw to each end of the cylinder, including the thumb turn if you have one. If you cannot measure with the lock in position, you can remove it. It is crucial to not have a cylindrical lock that extends beyond the handle or escutcheon. This could make it vulnerable to lock snapping attacks. The design of most newer cylinders comes with anti-drilling as well as bump resistance features. These are designed to reduce the chance of attack by forcing cylinders to rotate in a new direction. This can help deflect the attack and ensure your doors are secure. There are cylinders designed to withstand snapping. This is a more frequent method of attack on cylinders, where the break line inside the lock is targeted with a special tool to break off the front of the cylinder to allow the door to open. This is faster and less difficult than opening a multipoint lock and leaves little evidence of a burglary, which could hinder an insurance claim. Spring Cassette This spring cassette is located within the base plate of your door handle. It offers a spring-loaded 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 removed. This component is the best solution to fix this problem. It also prevents your door from getting stuck in the open or closed position as they aren't easy to close manually. The spring cassettes were made to be used with a spring multipoint locks. They are not compatible with unsprung handles and you'll have to cut a hole in the backplate to allow them to fit. (Please see window handles for a more detailed diagram). They are a replacement for existing broken or missing cassettes in the backplates of door handles of numerous brands of uPVC doors. They have a square cut out which accommodates an 8mm spindle and are available in a variety of. These spring cassettes are a fantastic cost-effective solution to the issue of your door handles sliding. They are simple to install and can extend the life of your uPVC door. Contact us to learn more about our range of uPVC accessories and spares. We are available to help and happy to provide expert advice.