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UPVC Replacement Door Handles The handles on your doors wear out over time and need to be replaced. When replacing them, it is crucial that the new handles match the exact dimensions of the previous handle. The three measurements you need to examine are the top screw's location the lever and key hole dimensions. Use the size guide to aid you. Inline Lever/Lever A lever handle or lever is a modern door handle designed to work with new or replacement doors. This type of handle is available in various styles and 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 of uPVC/Composite are made of robust materials and are suitable for multi point lock doors that require a strong design. The handles are inline and work with the same spindle as well as screw fixings. They can be easily incorporated into doors made of uPVC/Composite, either new or old. 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 endurance tested to 200,000 cycles. This helps to ensure the quality of the finish and the performance of the handle over time. The lever that springs is adjustable to fit a broad range of locks. This is particularly useful for narrower doors where the cylinder is further away from the door. A shortened lever can also be used on doors with latches that can be opened by the thumb on the inside. Lever Pad A Lever Pad door handle made of upvc functions differently than lever handles that are found on the majority of doors. These handle types are either operated by one spindle or two spindles inline or offset. They are usually employed on UPVC double glazed doors. They come in many variations & finishes. The handles are available in a variety of finishes including White, Chrome, and Gold. The finish is BS EN 1670 Grade 5 and resistant to corrosion. This gives the handle a high performance and durability to serve its intended use. All of the UPVC handle lever pad styles come with the spindle and screws which allow them to be put on any new or existing uPVC door. The backplate fixation centres of 211mm allow for a wider handle, which is typically beneficial when replacing a damaged or old 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 in use. It is important to match the PZ dimensions for both the multipoint lock and the uPVC doors when selecting the replacement UPVC spindle and handle. This measurement is also known as the “handle centre” or “cylinder centres and is an essential aspect in ensuring that you have the correct handles. Once you have the correct PZ size you will then need to ensure that the handle lever pads and push pads are a suitable shape to fit the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) compatible handles you require for your doors. They typically have of a round or square shape, with an internal lever as well as an external push pad. The majority of UPVC lever pads that we sell are sprung, meaning that they return to their horizontal position when not in use, rather than hanging out and potentially sticking in the frame. This stops draughts and cold air from entering a home. The majority of UPVC lever pad handles come in both left and right handed models, allowing them to be put on either side of the doors. Euro Cylinder Cylinder locks are usually used on uPVC doors, but can also be used on other types of door. They operate with a key to unlock a cylinder case that is then revealed with pins that can be aligned with those in the lock body, permitting them to turn a revolving cam, thus opening the door. Euro cylinders can be equipped with up to six pins, with external and internal doors generally needing different levels of security. The choice of the correct cylinder is crucial; it depends on the way your doors and handle are used. For instance, exterior doors must be secured with a higher security cylinder, while doors inside can be secured using an ordinary cylinder. In addition, some cylinders come with additional features that can improve security, for instance anti-drill or anti-bump properties. A euro cylinder needs to be measured accurately to ensure that it is the correct size for your door. The cylinder should be measured from the central fixing screw hole to the end of the cylinder, including the thumb turn if you have one. It is recommended to do this while the lock is in place however in the event that this is not possible, you may remove it to measure. A cylinder that is protruding beyond the handle and escutcheon might be susceptible to attacks like snapping locks, therefore it is crucial that it's not too long. The design of many modern cylinders includes anti-drilling and bump resistance features. These are designed to reduce attack chances by forcing the cylinders to turn in a different direction. This can help to deflect an attack and keep your door safe. Certain cylinders are constructed to resist snapping. This is a typical attack on cylinders. A special tool is used to break the lock's break line and then the front of the cylinder is snapped off. This is much quicker and easier to achieve than gaining access through multipoint locks and leaves no evidence of a break-in which can impede an insurance claim. Spring Cassette The spring cassette is positioned in the base of the door handle backplate, providing a spring solution to return the multipoint lock handles back to their rest position after using. In the past, a lot of handles of this kind did not have a spring integrated into them, and without it they tend to droop or drop once the locking mechanism is removed. window handles is the best solution to address this issue. It also prevents your door from getting stuck in either the closed or open position, as they aren't easy to close manually. These spring cassettes were created to be used with a spring multipoint lock. They are not compatible with handles that are not sprung and you'll have to cut a hole in your backplate in order for them to fit. (Please see the image for a more detailed diagram). They are a replacement for existing broken or missing cassettes within the backplate of the door handle for numerous brands of uPVC doors. They are supplied in one unit. They have a square-cut out that is able to accommodate an 8mm shaft. These spring cassettes are a fantastic value-for-money way to fix the problem of your door handles sagging. They are simple to install and can extend the lifespan of your uPVC door. Contact us to learn more about our wide range of uPVC accessories and spares. We are here to assist you and provide professional advice.