UPVC Replacement Door Handles
As time passes the handles on your doors will wear out and need to be changed. It is crucial to be able to match the dimensions of the old handles when replacing them.
The three measurements to check are the top screw position the lever and key hole sizes. Refer to the size guide for help with this.
Inline Lever/Lever
A lever/lever handle is a contemporary door handle designed to suit new or replacement doors. This style door handle is offered in a wide range of designs and finishes. A number of manufacturers offer this handle including Avocet, ERA, Fullex, Hoppe, Mila, Millenco & Yale.
Fab and Fix Windsor Inline Sprung Lever Door Handle
The uPVC/Composite door handles are made of robust materials and are perfect for multi point lock doors that require a heavy duty design. The handles are inline and operate off the same spindle and screw fixings. They can be easily fitted to doors made of uPVC/Composite, either new or old.
The handle can be placed and angled to accommodate all users. The handle has been endurance-tested to 200 000 cycles. This helps ensure that the quality of finish and performance will last for a long time. The sprung lever is also adjustable to fit a wide range of locks. This is particularly useful for narrower door frames in which the cylinder is further back. A lever that is shorter can be used for doors that have a latch that can be opened by the thumb on the inside.
Lever Pad
A Lever Pad door handle made of upvc functions differently to the lever type handles on doors. These handles are operated by a single spindle or by two spindles, inline or offset. They are commonly employed on UPVC doors with double glazing. They are available in a variety of finishes and variations.
The handles are available in a variety of finishes including White chrome, and 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 level of durability and performance for the intended use.
All of the UPVC lever pad styles for handles are supplied with a spindle and screws that allow them to be installed on any new or existing uPVC door. The backplate fixing centers of 211mm allow for a larger size handle that is often a benefit in replacing a defective or worn multi-point door lock mechanism. The levers for these handles have springs, which eliminate the issue of handles for doors that slide out of the horizontal position when not being used.
When choosing a replacement UPVC handle and spindle it is important to match the dimensions of the PZ of the multipoint lock as well as the uPVC door. This measurement can also be called 'handle centres or cylinder centres'. door handle repairs near me www.repairmywindowsanddoors.co.uk is important to match the right handles.
Once you have the proper PZ size you will then be required to make sure that the lever pads and push pads are of a suitable shape to fit the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant handles that you need for your doors. They are usually of a round or square shape with an internal lever and an external push pad.
Most of the UPVC lever pads that we offer are sprung, which means that they return to their horizontal position when they are not in use, instead of hanging out and possibly securing in the frame. This stops draughts and cold air from getting into a house. 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 the doors.
Euro Cylinder
Cylinder locks are found on uPVC and other types of doors. The cylinder lock operates with a key that unlocks the cylinder case. This reveals pins that can be aligned to those inside the lock, allowing them to rotate 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.
Selecting the right cylinder for your needs is vitally important; this is dependent on the way your door and handle are utilized. Doors that are external, for instance, should be fitted with cylinders that are more secure, whereas doors inside can be secured with the standard cylinder. Certain cylinders come with extra features that can improve security, such as anti-drill or anti-bump properties.
To make sure that the euro cylinder is the right size for your door, it must be measured accurately. 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. It is best to do this while the lock is in place however, in the event that this is not possible, you can remove it to take measurements. It is important to not have a cylinder that extends beyond the handle or escutcheon. This could make it vulnerable to lock snapping attacks.
Most modern cylinders are constructed with anti-drill and bump resistance features that are built into their design. They are designed to minimize attack chances by forcing the cylinders to turn in a new direction. This can help prevent attacks and ensure your doors are secure.
Certain cylinders are constructed to withstand snapping. This is an increasingly common type of attack on cylinders which is where the break line of the lock is smashed with a special tool to snap off the front of the cylinder to allow the door to open. This is a quicker and simpler method to gain access than through a multipoint locking system. It also leaves no evidence of the break-in which can hinder insurance claims.
Spring Cassette
This spring cassette is located in the base plate of your door handle. It provides a sprung solution to return the multipoint lock handles to their resting position after usage. Previously a lot of handles didn't have a spring built into them, and without it they are more likely to slide or 'drop' once the locking mechanism is removed. The addition of this simple element is among the most effective ways to fix this issue and is an effective way to keep your doors made of upvc from becoming stuck in either closed or open position, as they aren't always simple to close manually.
These spring cassettes have been specifically designed for use with sprung multipoint locks but they won't work with unsprung multipoint handles and you will need to have a bespoke hole cut into your backplate in order for them to fit (please look at the image for a technical diagram). They are a replacement for existing broken or missing cassettes within the backplate of the door handle for various kinds of uPVC doors. They have an elongated square that accommodates an 8mm spindle and are sold as a set.
These spring cassettes offer an excellent value solution to the issue of door handles that are sagging. They are simple to install and can extend the life of your uPVC door. Please contact our team for more information on our selection of uPVC accessories and spares. We are always available to provide expert advice and to assist you.