10 Things You'll Need To Know About Upvc Replacement Door Handles

UPVC Replacement Door Handles

As time passes, the handles on your doors will get worn out and require replacement. It is crucial to match the dimensions of the old handles when replacing them.

The top screw position as well as the lever and keyhole dimensions are the three measurements you need to check. Use the size guide to aid you.

Inline Lever/Lever

A lever or lever door handle is a contemporary handle that can be used on new or replacement doors. This kind door handle is offered in a variety of designs and finishes. A number of manufacturers make this type of handle, including Avocet ERA, Fullex, Hoppe, Mila, Millenco & Yale.

Fab and Fix Windsor Inline Sprung Lever Door Handle

The uPVC/Composite handles are made from durable materials, and are perfect for multi-point lock doors that require a strong design. The handles are inline and operate from the same spindle and screw fixings, so they can be easily fitted to new or existing uPVC/Composite doors.

The handle can be placed and angled to suit any user.  upvc replacement door handles  has been tested for endurance up to 200,000 cycles, this helps to ensure the quality of the finish and the performance of the handle over time. The lever that is sprung can be cut to fit the widest range of locks. This is particularly useful for narrower doors where the cylinder is further away from the door. A shorter lever is an excellent option for doors that have latches that can be operated by a thumb turn inside.

Lever Pad

A Lever Pad door handle made of upvc operates differently to the lever type handles found on most doors. These handle types are either operated by a single spindle or by two spindles, either inline or offset. They are typically utilized on UPVC doors with double glazing. They come in a variety of finishes and variations.

The handles are available in various finishes, including White, Chrome and Gold. The finish is compliant with BS EN 1670:2007 Grade 5 and is also resistant to corrosion, which gives the handle a high level of durability and performance for the intended use.

All of the UPVC lever pad designs come with the spindle and screws, allowing them to be installed on any new or existing uPVC door. The 211mm backplate fixing centres permit a bigger handle, which is often a benefit when replacing a damaged or worn multi point door lock mechanism. The levers for these handles have a spring, which solves the problem of door handles that move out of horizontal position when not being used.

When selecting a replacement UPVC handle and spindle, it is important to match the PZ dimensions of both the multipoint lock and the uPVC door. This measurement may also be called 'handle centres or cylinder centres'. It is important to match the right handles.

After you have identified the proper PZ size it is important to ensure that the lever and push pads are designed to fit the American with Disabilities Act compliant handles you require for your door. These are usually round or square, with an internal lever and an external push pad.

Most of the UPVC lever pads that we sell are sprung, meaning that they will return to their horizontal position when not being used, instead of hanging out and potentially sticking in the frame. This helps prevent the draughts and cold air from entering a property. It is also the case 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 usually found on uPVC doors, but can also be found on other types of doors. They work with a key to unlock a cylinder case which will reveal pins that can be aligned with the pins in the lock body, allow them to rotate a revolving cam, thus opening the door. Euro cylinders can be equipped with up to six pins, with external and internal doors usually having different levels of security.

The selection of a cylinder is vital. It is based on the type of use your doors and handles receive. External doors, for instance should be equipped with higher security cylinders, whereas internal doors 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.

A euro cylinder must be measured accurately to ensure it's the right size for your door. The cylinder must be measured from the screw hole in the center to the ends of the cylinder. This includes the thumb turn should there be one. It is recommended 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 take measurements. It is important to not have a extension of the cylinder beyond the handle or escutcheon. This can make it susceptible to lock snapping attacks.

The majority of modern cylinders have been constructed with anti-drill and bump resistance features built into their design. They are designed to decrease attack chances by forcing the cylinders to rotate in a new direction. This will help deflect the attack, and ensure your door is secure.

Certain cylinders are constructed to withstand snapping. This is a growing type of attack on cylinders where the break line in the lock is attacked by a tool that is specially designed to snap off the front of the cylinder to allow the door to open. This is a faster and easier way to gain access than through a multipoint locking system. It also leaves less evidence of the break-in which can make it difficult to prove insurance claims.

Spring Cassette

The spring cassette is located in the base of the door handle backplate providing a sprung solution and returning the multipoint lock handles back to their rest position after use. There was a time when handles of this kind did not have a spring built into them, and as a result, they can droop or  drop once the locking mechanism is removed. This simple feature is one of the most effective ways to fix this issue and is a great way to prevent your upvc doors from getting stuck in the open or closed position, since they aren't always easy to manually close by hand.

These spring cassettes have been specifically designed for use with multipoint locks that are sprung, they will not fit 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 in the backplate of the door handle for various kinds of uPVC doors. They are sold as a single unit. They feature a square cut out that can 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 easy to fit and will prolong the life span of your uPVC doors. Please contact our team to learn more about our selection of uPVC accessories and spares. We are available to assist and offer professional advice.