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UPVC Replacement Door Handles The handles on your doors are worn out over time and need to be replaced. In this case, it is crucial that the new handles conform to the dimensions of the old handle. The top screw position as well as the lever and keyhole size are the three measurements you have to determine. Check the size guide for help with this. Inline Lever/Lever A lever/lever handle is a modern-day door handle designed to suit new or replacement doors. This style of handle is available in many styles 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 door handles made of uPVC/Composite are constructed of durable materials and are ideal for doors with multi-point locks that require a strong design. The handles are inline and they use the same screws and spindle to fix them. They can be easily installed on new or existing uPVC/Composite doors. The handle can be positioned and angled to fit the needs of all users. The handle has been tested to 200,000 cycles. This helps to ensure that the quality of finish and performance will last for a long time. The lever that is sprung can be cut to fit a wider range of locks. This is particularly useful for narrower doors where the cylinder is situated further away from the door. A shorter lever can be used for doors with a latch 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. The handle can work off one single spindle (inline) or independently from both sides using two offset spindles or inline (pad). They are typically used on UPVC doors with double glazing. They are available in a variety 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 resistant to corrosion. This gives the handle the best performance and long-lasting durability for its intended use. All UPVC handle lever pads come with a spindle, screws and can be mounted on the uPVC door. The 211mm backplate fixation centres allow for a bigger handle, which is usually a benefit when replacing an old or faulty multi-point door lock mechanism. The levers for these handles have springs, which eliminate the problem of handles for doors that slide out of horizontal position when not in use. It is essential to ensure that the PZ dimensions of both the multipoint lock and the uPVC doors when choosing a replacement UPVC spindle and handle. This measurement is also called the handle centre or 'cylinder centres which is a crucial aspect to match the appropriate handles. After you have identified the correct PZ size it is important to make sure that the push and lever pads are shaped to match the American with Disabilities Act compliant handles that you need for your door. They are usually a square or round shape, with an internal lever as well as an external push pad. The majority of UPVC lever pads that we sell are sprung, meaning that they return to their horizontal position after not in use, instead of hanging out and possibly sticking in the frame. This prevents draughts from entering the building. The majority of UPVC lever pad style handles come in both left and right handed versions that allow them to be installed on either side of doors. Euro Cylinder Cylinder locks are commonly used on uPVC doors, but can be utilized on other types of doors. They work by using a key to unlock a cylinder that is then revealed with pins that can be aligned to those in the lock body and permitting them to turn the cam, thereby opening the door. Euro cylinders are available with up to six pins. Doors that are internal and external require different levels of security. The choice of cylinder you choose is vital. It depends on the amount of use your doors and handles will receive. External doors, for example are required to be fitted with cylinders that are more secure and internal doors can be secured with the standard cylinder. In addition, some cylinders have extra features that increase security, for instance anti-drill or anti-bump properties. A euro cylinder needs to be measured correctly to ensure it's the correct size for your door. The cylinder should 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 while the lock is in place however, in the event that this is not possible, you can remove it to take measurements. It is crucial to not have a extension of the cylinder beyond the handle or escutcheon. This could make it susceptible to lock snapping attacks. The majority of modern cylinders have been made with anti-drill and bump resistance features built into their design. These are designed to reduce attack chances by forcing the cylinders to turn in a different direction. This will help to deflect the attack and protect your doors. There are cylinders that are designed to resist snapping. This is a more frequent kind of attack on cylinders, where the break line in the lock is targeted using a special tool to snap off the front of the cylinder and allow the door to be opened. This is a quicker and simpler method to gain access than a multipoint locking system. window handles www.repairmywindowsanddoors.co.uk leaves less evidence of the burglary which could make it difficult to prove insurance claims. Spring Cassette This spring cassette sits within the base of your door handle's backplate, supplying a spring-loaded solution to return your multipoint lock handles to their original position after usage. There was a time when these types of handle did not have a spring integrated into them, and without it they are more likely to slide or 'drop' once the locking mechanism is removed. This simple feature is one of the best methods to correct this and it is also a great way to prevent your doors made of upvc from becoming stuck in either closed or open position, as these aren't always simple to manually close by hand. These spring cassettes are specially designed for use with sprung multipoint locks, 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 check the image for a technical diagram). They are a replacement for existing damaged or missing cassettes inside the backplates of door handles of numerous kinds of uPVC doors. They are sold as a single unit. They have a square-cut out that can accommodate an 8mm shaft. These spring cassettes are an excellent value for money solution to the issue of your door handles sagging. They are simple to install and can extend the life of your uPVC door. Please contact our team for more information about our selection of uPVC accessories and spares. We are here to assist and give you professional advice.