UPVC Replacement Door Handles

Over time, the handles on your doors will get worn out and need to be changed. It is important to match the dimensions of the handles you have previously replaced when replacing them.

The top screw's location, the lever and the keyhole dimensions are the three measurements you have to determine. Check the size guide for assistance with this.

Inline Lever/Lever

A lever/lever handle is a modern door handle designed to suit new or replacement doors. This style of door handle is available in a wide range of styles & finishes. This handle is offered by a number of manufacturers 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 suitable for doors with multi-point locks that require a strong design. The handles are inline and operate from the same spindle and screw fixings. They can be easily incorporated into new or existing uPVC/Composite doors.

The sprung lever design allows the handle to be placed and angled to ensure a comfortable experience and is suitable for all users. The handle has been tested for endurance up to 200,000 cycles. This helps ensure that the finish is of high quality and performance is maintained over time. The lever that is sprung can be reduced to accommodate the widest range of locks. This is particularly beneficial for narrower door frames in which the cylinder is further back. A shorter lever is a good choice for doors where the latch can be activated by the thumb turn inside.

Lever Pad

The lever pad upvc handle is distinct from the lever handles used on the majority of doors. These aluminium window handle types are either operated by one spindle, or two spindles inline or offset. They are commonly used on UPVC doors with double glazing window handles glazing. They come in a range of finishes & variations.

The handles have been tested to the minimum of 200k cycles and are available in a variety of finishes like White and Silver, as well as Chrome & Gold. The finish is BS EN 1670 Grade 5 and is resistant to corrosion. This provides the handle with an outstanding performance and durability for its intended purpose.

All of the UPVC lever pad designs come with a spindle and screws that allow them to be installed on a new or existing uPVC door. The 211mm backplate fixing centres permit a bigger size of handle which is often a benefit in replacing a defective or worn multi point door lock mechanism. The handle levers are spring-loaded, thereby solving the issue of handles that slide out of their horizontal position when they are not being used.

When selecting the replacement upvc window handle replacement handle and spindle, it is important to match the dimensions of the PZ of both the multipoint lock and the uPVC door. This measurement is also called the "handle centre" or "cylinder centres and is an essential aspect to match the appropriate handles.

Once you have the proper PZ size, you'll need to ensure that the lever pads and push pads are a appropriate shape to accommodate the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant handles that you need for your doors. These are typically round or square, 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 when not being used instead of hanging and possibly sticking in 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 installed on either side of the doors.

Euro Cylinder

Cylinder locks are found on uPVC and other kinds of doors. The cylinder lock is operated by using a key that unlocks the cylinder's casing. This reveals pins that can be aligned with those in the lock, and permit them to turn the revolving camera, 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 selection of a cylinder is vital. It is based on the amount of use your doors and handles will receive. Doors that are external, for instance, should be fitted with higher security cylinders while internal doors can be secured using an ordinary cylinder. Certain cylinders are equipped with additional features that can improve security, such as anti-drill or anti-bump properties.

A euro cylinder needs to be properly measured to ensure it's the right size for your door. The cylinder should be measured from the hole in the center of the fixing screw to the other end of the cylinder including the thumb turn if you have one. If you are unable to measure using the lock in its position, you can take it out of it. It is important to not have a cylindrical lock that extends beyond the handle or escutcheon. This can make it susceptible to lock snapping attacks.

The design of the latest cylinders includes anti-drilling and bump resistance features. They are designed to decrease the chances of an attack by forcing the cylinder to rotate in the opposite direction. This can deflect the attack, and protect your door.

Certain cylinders are constructed to withstand snapping. This is a more frequent method of attack on cylinders which is where the break line of the lock is smashed by a tool that is specially designed to break off the front of the cylinder and allow the door to open. This is a much faster and simpler method to gain access than using the use of a multipoint locking system. It also leaves less evidence of the break-in which can make it difficult to prove insurance claims.

Spring Cassette

The spring cassette is situated inside the base plate of the door handle. It is a spring-loaded solution to bring the 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 without it they can droop or drop when the locking mechanism has been disengaged. This simple feature is one of the best ways to correct this issue and is a great way to prevent your doors made of upvc from getting stuck in either closed or open position, as they aren't always simple to manually close by hand.

These spring cassettes were designed to be used with a spring multipoint locks. They will not fit handles that aren't sprung and you'll have to cut a hole in your backplate in order for them to fit. (Please look at the image for a more detailed diagram). These cassettes can be used as a replacement for damaged or missing cassettes in the backplate of uPVC door handles. They have a square cut-out that accommodates an 8mm spindle and are sold as a set.

These spring cassettes are a great value-for-money solution to the issue of door handles that are sagging. They are simple to put in and will prolong the lifespan of your uPVC doors. For more information about our selection of uPVC accessories and spares, you can get in touch with our team. We are always happy to offer professional advice and assistance you.