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UPVC Replacement Door Handles As time passes the handles on your doors will get worn out and require replacement. When doing this it is crucial that the new handles conform to the critical dimensions of the old handle. The three measurements to check are the top screw's location the lever and key hole sizes. Check the size guide for assistance in this. Inline Lever/Lever A lever door handle is a modern handle that can be installed on doors that are new or replacement. This type door handle is available in a variety of styles & 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 door handles made of uPVC/Composite are constructed of durable materials and are ideal 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 spring lever design allows the handle to be placed and angled for comfortable operation and is suitable for all users. The handle has been endurance-tested to 200 000 cycles. This ensures that the quality of finish 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, in which the cylinder is further back. A shorter lever is a good choice for doors where the latch can be opened by a thumb turn on the inside. Lever Pad A Lever Pad upvc door handle operates differently from lever-type handles found on most doors. These handle types are either operated by a single spindle or by two spindles inline or offset. They are typically employed on UPVC doors with double glazing. They come in a range of finishes & variations. The handles are available in a variety of finishes including White chrome, and Gold. The finish is BS EN 1670 Grade 5 and is resistant to rust. This provides the handle with a high performance and long-lasting durability for its intended purpose. All of the UPVC lever pad styles for handles are supplied with the spindle and screws which allow them to be installed on any new or existing uPVC door. The backplate fixation centres of 211mm allow for a wider handle, which is usually a benefit when replacing a damaged or old multi-point door lock mechanism. The handle levers are spring-loaded, which solves the issue of handles that slide out of their horizontal position when not in use. It is essential to match the PZ dimensions of both the multipoint lock as well as the uPVC doors when selecting a replacement UPVC spindle and handle. This measurement can also be referred to as 'handle centres' or cylinder centres'. It is important for matching the correct handles. Once you have decided on the correct size of PZ, you will need to ensure that the lever and push pads are shaped to fit the American with Disabilities Act compliant handles you require for your door. These are typically 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 will return to their horizontal position after not in use, rather than hanging out and possibly sticking in the frame. This stops draughts and cold air from entering a property. The majority of UPVC lever pad handles come in both left and right handed models which allows them to be placed on either side of the doors. Euro Cylinder Cylinder locks can be found on uPVC and other types of doors. The cylinder lock is operated by a key which unlocks the cylinder's case. This reveals pins that can be aligned to those in the lock and allow them to rotate the revolving camera, opening the door. Euro cylinders are available with up to six pins. External and internal doors require different levels of security. Choosing the right cylinder is crucial; it depends on how your door and handle are used. Doors that are external, for instance should be equipped with higher security cylinders, whereas internal doors can be secured with the standard cylinder. In addition, some cylinders have extra features which can enhance security even more, like anti-drill and anti-bump characteristics. To make sure that the euro cylinder is the correct size for your door, it must be measured correctly. The cylinder should be measured from the hole for fixing screws in the middle to the end of the cylinder and the thumb turn if you have one. If you cannot measure using the lock in its position, you can take it out of it. It is crucial to ensure that there is no extension of the cylinder beyond the handle or escutcheon. This can make it vulnerable to lock snapping attacks. The design of most newer cylinders comes with anti-drilling as well as bump resistance features. They are designed to minimize attacks by forcing cylinders to rotate in a new direction. This can help prevent attacks and ensure your doors are secure. Certain cylinders are made to withstand snapping. This is a typical attack on cylinders. A specific tool is used to break the lock's break line and then the front of the cylinder is snapped off. This is a lot faster and easier to achieve than opening the door with a multipoint lock and leaves no evidence of a burglary, which could hinder an insurance claim. Spring Cassette This spring cassette sits in the base of your door handle backplate providing a sprung solution that returns the multipoint lock handles back to their normal position after using. The handles were previously equipped with no spring and would drop when the locking mechanism was removed. This simple feature is among the best methods to correct this, and is an excellent way to stop your upvc doors from getting stuck in the open or closed position, as these aren't always easy to manually close by hand. These spring cassettes are specifically made for use with multipoint locks that are sprung, they will not fit unsprung multipoint handles and you will require a hole specifically cut in the backplate to allow them to fit (please check the image for a technical diagram). These cassettes are a replacement to broken or missing cassettes on the backplate of uPVC door handles . They are sold as a single unit. They have a square-cut out that can accommodate an 8mm shaft. These spring cassettes offer a great value solution to the issue of door handles that are sagging. They are simple to install and will extend the lifespan of your uPVC door. For more information about our wide range of uPVC spares and accessories you can get in contact with our team. We are always ready to offer expert advice and to assist you.