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UPVC Replacement Door Handles Over time the handles on your doors will wear down and need to be changed. When doing this it is important that the new handles match the critical dimensions of the previous handle. door handles repairmywindowsanddoors to be inspected are the top screw's position the lever and key hole dimensions. Use the size guide to assistance with this. Inline Lever/Lever A lever door handle is a modern handle that can be installed on new or replacement doors. This kind of handle is available in many designs 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 door handles of uPVC/Composite are made of sturdy materials and are perfect for multi point lock doors that require a heavy duty design. The handles are inline and they utilize the same screws and spindle to fix them. They can be easily mounted on any 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 allows for the assurance of the quality of the finish and the performance of the handle over time. The sprung lever can also be cut to fit a wider range of locks. This is particularly beneficial for narrower door frames in which the cylinder is further back. A shorter lever is an excellent option for doors that have latches that can be opened by a thumb turn on the inside. Lever Pad A Lever Pad door handle made of upvc functions differently from lever-type handles found on most doors. These handle types are either operated by one spindle, or 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 have been tested to at least 200,000 cycles and are available in several 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, giving the handle a high level of durability and performance for its intended use. All UPVC lever pads for handles include a spindle and screws, and can be fitted on a uPVC door. The 211mm backplate fixation centres allow for a bigger handle, which is usually an advantage when replacing an old or faulty multi-point door lock mechanism. The handle levers are spring-loaded, which solves the issue of handles hanging out of their horizontal position when they are not being used. It is crucial to match the PZ dimensions of both the multipoint lock as well as the uPVC doors when choosing a replacement UPVC spindle and handle. This measurement can also be called 'handle centre or cylinder centre'. It is important for matching the correct handles. After you have identified the correct PZ size it is important to ensure that the lever and push pads are shaped to match the American with Disabilities Act compliant handles that you need for your door. They are typically square or round with an internal lever, and an external push pad. Most of the UPVC lever pads that we sell are sprung, meaning that they return to their horizontal position when not in use, instead of hanging out and possibly securing in the frame. This prevents draughts from entering the home. The majority of UPVC lever pad style handles are available in left and right handed versions which allows them to be placed on either side of doors. Euro Cylinder Cylinder locks are typically found on uPVC doors, but can also be found on other types of doors. The cylinder lock is operated with a key that unlocks the cylinder case. The case is then able to reveal pins that can be aligned to those in the lock and allow them to turn the revolving camera, 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 is based on the use that your doors and handles will receive. External doors, for instance are required to be fitted with cylinders with greater security and doors inside can be secured using the standard cylinder. Additionally, certain cylinders come with additional features which can enhance security further, such as anti-drill or anti-bump properties. To ensure that the euro cylinder is the correct size for your door, it should be measured correctly. The cylinder should be measured from the central fixing screw hole to the end of the cylinder and the thumb turn if you have one. If you are unable to measure using the lock in a fixed position, you can remove it. It is essential to not have a cylindrical lock that extends beyond the handle or escutcheon. This could make it susceptible to lock snapping attacks. The design of most newer cylinders has anti-drilling and bump resistance features. They are designed to decrease the chances of an attack by forcing the cylinder rotate in a different direction. This can deflect the attack, and ensure your door is secure. There are cylinders that are made to withstand snapping. This is a growing type of attack on cylinders, where the break line inside the lock is targeted by a tool that is specially designed to break off the front of the cylinder to allow the door to open. This is a quicker and simpler method to gain access than a multipoint locking system. It also leaves no evidence of the break-in which could hinder insurance claims. Spring Cassette The spring cassette is positioned within the base of your door handle's backplate providing a sprung solution to return your multipoint lock handles to their normal position after usage. In the past, a lot of handles didn't have a spring built into them, and as a result, they can droop or drop once the locking mechanism is removed. This simple component is the best solution to fix this problem. It also prevents your 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 sprung multipoint lock. They won't work with handles that aren't sprung and you'll have to cut a hole in your backplate for them to fit. (Please see the image for a more detailed diagram). They are a replacement for existing broken or missing cassettes in the backplates of door handles of numerous kinds of uPVC doors. They have a square cut out which accommodates an 8mm spindle and they are supplied individually. These spring cassettes provide an excellent value solution to the issue of door handles that have become sagging. They are easy to fit and will extend the lifespan of your uPVC doors. Contact us to learn more about our range of uPVC accessories and spares. We are here to assist you and give you professional advice.