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UPVC Replacement Door Handles The handles on your doors wear out over time and need to be replaced. When doing this it is important that the new handles are in line with the exact dimensions of the previous handle. The top screw's location as well as the lever and keyhole dimensions are the three measurements you have to verify. Use the size guide to help you. Inline Lever/Lever A lever handle is a modern-day door handle designed to suit new or replacement doors. This kind of door handle is available in a wide range of styles 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 door handles of uPVC/Composite are made of sturdy materials and are suitable for multi-point lock doors which require a robust design. The handles are inline and operate from the same spindle and screw fixings. They can be easily incorporated into existing or new uPVC/Composite doors. The handle can be positioned and angled to fit the needs of all users. The handle has been endurance-tested to 200 000 cycles. This ensures that the finish is of high quality and performance will last for a long time. The sprung lever can also be cut to fit more locks. This is particularly useful for narrower door frames where the cylinder is further back. A shortened lever can also be used for doors with latches which can be operated with the thumb located on the inside. Lever Pad The lever pad upvc handle is distinct from the lever handles found on most doors. These handle types can either operate from a single spindle (inline) or independently from each side by using two inline or offset spindles (pad). They are usually employed on UPVC double-glazed doors and are available in a variety of variations and finishes. The handles have been tested to the minimum of 200,000 cycles and are available in various finishes like White, Silver, Chrome & Gold. The finish meets BS EN 1670:2007 Grade 5 and is also resistant to corrosion, giving the handle a high level of durability and performance for its intended use. All UPVC lever pads for handles come with a spindle, screws, and can be fitted on a uPVC door. The backplate fixation centers of 211mm allow for a wider handle, which is typically a benefit when replacing an old or faulty multi-point door lock mechanism. The levers for these handles have springs, which eliminate the issue of handles for doors that slide out of horizontal position when not being used. When choosing a replacement UPVC handle and spindle it is important to match the dimensions of the PZ on the multipoint lock as well as the uPVC door. This measurement is also known as the 'handle centre' or 'cylinder centres which is a crucial aspect to match 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 appropriate shape to accommodate the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant handles that you need for your doors. They typically have a square or round shape, with an internal lever and external push pad. The majority of UPVC Lever Pads we sell are sprung. This means that they can be reverted to a horizontal position after they are not in use instead of hanging and possibly securing to the frame. This helps prevent the draughts and cold air from getting into a house. It is also the case that the majority of UPVC handle lever pad style handles are handed which allows you to place them on either side of the door. Euro Cylinder Cylinder locks are usually found on uPVC doors, but can be utilized on other types of door. They operate by using a key to unlock a cylinder case that will reveal pins that can be aligned with the pins inside the lock body, permitting them to turn an revolving cam, opening the door. Euro cylinders can be equipped with up to six pins with both internal and external doors typically having different levels of security. The choice of the correct cylinder is vitally important; this is dependent on the way your doors and handles are used. For example, external doors require a higher security cylinder, while doors inside can be secured with a standard cylinder. Certain cylinders are equipped with additional features that increase security, for instance, anti-drill or anti bump properties. To ensure that the euro cylinder is of the right size for your door, it should be measured correctly. The cylinder needs to be measured from the screw hole at the center to the ends of the cylinder. This includes the thumb turn if there is one. It is best to do this with the lock in place, but in the event that this is not feasible, you can take it off and remove it to measure. It is important to avoid having a extension of the cylinder beyond the handle or escutcheon. This could make it vulnerable to snapping lock attacks. The majority of modern cylinders have been made with bump and anti-drill features built into their design. window handles www.repairmywindowsanddoors.co.uk are designed to minimize the risk of attack by causing the cylinder to rotate in an opposite direction. This will help to prevent attacks and protect your doors. Certain cylinders are made to resist snapping. This is an increasingly common method of attack on cylinders where the break line inside the lock is targeted by a tool that is specially designed to break the front of the cylinder and allow the door to be opened. This is much quicker and more straightforward than opening the door with a multipoint lock and leaves little evidence of a burglary, which could hinder the insurance claim. Spring Cassette The spring cassette is located in the base of the door handle backplate, providing a spring solution to return the multipoint lock handles back to their rest position after use. Previously a lot of these types of handle did not have a spring built into them, and as a result, they tend to droop or 'drop' once the locking mechanism has been disengaged. This simple feature is one of the best methods to correct this, and is an effective way to keep your doors made of upvc from becoming stuck in either closed or open position, since they aren't always easy to manually close by hand. These spring cassettes are specifically designed for use with sprung multipoint locks but they won't work with non-sprung multipoint handles. You will need to have a bespoke hole cut into your backplate in order for them to fit (please see image for technical diagram). They are a replacement for broken or missing cassettes within the backplates of door handles of various brands of uPVC doors. They are supplied in a single unit. They have a square-cut out that is able to accommodate an 8mm shaft. These spring cassettes provide an excellent value solution for the problem of door handles that have become sagging. They are simple to install and will extend the life span of your uPVC doors. For more information about our wide range of uPVC spares and accessories please feel free to get in contact with our team. We are available to assist you and provide professional advice.