UPVC Replacement Door Handles
The handles on your doors wear out over time and will need to be replaced. When replacing them, it is important that the new handles conform to the exact dimensions of the previous handle.
The three measurements to check are the top screw position the lever and key hole sizes. Check the size guide for assistance with this.
Inline Lever/Lever
A lever handle or lever is a modern-day door handle designed to work with new or replacement doors. This kind of handle is available in many designs and finishes. A number of manufacturers make this handle, including Avocet ERA, Fullex, Hoppe, Mila, Millenco & Yale.
Fab and Fix Windsor Inline Sprung Lever Door Handle
The upvc door handle repairs/Composite handles are made from durable materials, and are perfect for doors with multiple points 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 sprung lever design allows the handle to be positioned and angled to provide a comfortable grip and is suitable for all users. The handle has been tested for endurance up to 200,000 cycles. This ensures 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 beneficial for doors with narrower frames, where the cylinder is located further back. A lever that is shorter is a good choice for doors where the latch can be activated by the thumb turn located on the inside.
Lever Pad
The lever pad upvc handle is different from the lever handles commonly found on doors. These handle types can either use a single spindle (inline) or independently from each side using two inline or offset spindles (pad). They are usually employed on UPVC doors with Double glazing door handle repairs glazing and come in a variety of finishes & variations.
The handles have been tested to a minimum of 200 000 cycles and are available in several finishes like 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, thereby giving the handle a high degree of durability and performance for its intended use.
All of the UPVC lever pad styles for handles come with a spindle and screws, allowing them to be fitted on an existing or new uPVC door. The 211mm backplate fixation centres allow for a wider handle, which is typically beneficial when replacing an old or faulty multi-point door lock mechanism. The handle levers come with springs, which eliminate the problem of door handle lock repair handles that move out of their horizontal position when they are not being used.
When selecting a replacement UPVC handle and spindle it is crucial to match the PZ dimensions of both the multipoint lock and the uPVC door handles repair near me. This measurement is also referred to as the handle centre or ‘cylinder centres’ and is a critical aspect of matching up the right handles.
Once you have the proper PZ size, you’ll be required to make sure that the handle lever pads and push pads are a suitable shape for the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant handles that you require for your doors. They typically have rectangular or round in shape with an internal lever and external push pad.
The majority of the UPVC Lever Pads we offer are sprung. This means they will return to a horizontal position after not being used, rather than hanging and possibly sticking in the frame. This keeps draughts out of the building. You will also find that the majority of UPVC lever pad handles are swivel, 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 work by using a key to unlock a cylinder that then reveals pins which can be aligned to those inside the lock body, allow them to rotate a revolving cam, thus opening the door. Euro cylinders can be fitted with up to six pins. Doors that are internal and external require different levels of security.
The choice of cylinder you choose is crucial. It is based on the type of use your doors and handles receive. External doors, for example should be equipped with cylinders with greater security and 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.
To ensure that the euro cylinder is the correct size for your repair door handle, it should be measured correctly. The cylinder must be measured from the central screw hole to the ends of the cylinder. This includes the thumb turn in the event that one is present. If you cannot measure using the lock in a fixed position, you can remove it. It is important to ensure that there is no 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 features are designed to minimize the chances of an attack by forcing the cylinder to rotate in a different direction. This helps stop the attack and ensure your doors are secure.
Certain cylinders are constructed to withstand snapping. This is a more frequent type of attack on cylinders, which is where the break line of the lock is smashed using a special tool to snap off the front of the cylinder and allow the door to open. This is a quicker and simpler method to gain access than using the use of a multipoint locking system. It also leaves no evidence of the break-in which could hinder insurance claims.
Spring Cassette
This spring cassette sits in the base of the door handle repairs near me handle backplate providing a sprung solution and returning the multipoint lock handles back to their rest position after usage. In the past, a lot of handles didn’t have a spring built into them, and without it they tend to droop or drop once the locking mechanism is disengaged. This simple feature is one of the most effective ways to fix this, and is an excellent way to stop your doors made of upvc from becoming stuck in either closed or open position, since they are not always easy to manually close by hand.
These spring cassettes are specially designed to be used with multipoint locks sprung but they won’t work with multipoint handles that are not sprung and you will need to have a hole specifically cut in your backplate in order for them to fit (please see image for technical diagram). They are a replacement for broken or missing cassettes in the backplate of the door handle for numerous kinds of uPVC doors. They are sold as one unit. They feature a square cut out that accommodates an 8mm shaft.
These spring cassettes are a great value-for-money solution to the issue of handles on your doors that are sagging. They are simple to install and can extend the life of your uPVC door. For more information on our wide range of uPVC accessories and spares, please feel free to get in touch with our team. We are always available to provide professional advice and assistance you.