UPVC Replacement Door Handles
The handles on your doors wear out over time and will need to be replaced. It is important to be able to match the dimensions of the handles you have previously replaced when replacing them.
The three measurements to be inspected are the top screw's location, lever and key hole dimensions. Refer to the size guide for assistance with this.
Inline Lever/Lever
A lever or lever door handle is a modern handle that can be installed on replacement or new doors. This type of door handle is available in a wide range of designs and finishes. This handle is available from a number of manufacturers including Avocet ERA Fullex Hoppe Mila Millenco Yale.
Fab and Fix Windsor Inline Sprung Lever Door Handle
The handles of uPVC/Composite are constructed from robust materials, and are ideal for multi-point lock doors that need a heavy-duty design. The handles are inline and they use the same spindle and screws to fix them. They can be easily mounted on a new or existing uPVC/Composite doors.
The spring lever design allows the handle to be positioned and angled for comfortable operation and is suitable for all users. The handle has been endurance-tested to 200 000 cycles. This helps to ensure that the quality of finish and performance is maintained over time. The sprung lever is adjustable to fit a broad range of locks. This is especially useful in doors with smaller door frames where the cylinder is located further back. A lever that is shorter is a good choice for doors where the latch can be activated by the thumb turn on the inside.
Lever Pad
A Lever Pad door handle made of upvc operates differently to the lever type handles found on most doors. These handles are operated by one spindle, or two spindles inline or offset. They are generally employed on UPVC double glazed doors. They come in a variety of styles and finishes.
The handles have been tested to a minimum of 200 000 cycles and are available in several finishes like White and Silver, as well as Chrome & Gold. The finish is BS EN 1670 Grade 5 and is resistant to corrosion. This provides the handle with an outstanding performance and durability for the purpose it was designed for.
All of the UPVC lever pad designs come with the spindle and screws, allowing them to be fitted on a new or existing uPVC door. The backplate fixation centres of 211mm allow for a wider handle, which is typically beneficial when replacing a damaged or old multi-point door lock mechanism. These levers for handles are also spring-loaded, which solves the issue of handles that slide out of their horizontal position when not in use.
When selecting the replacement UPVC handle and spindle, it is essential to match the dimensions of the PZ of the multipoint lock as well as the uPVC door. This measurement is also called the 'handle centre' or 'cylinder centres and is an essential aspect of matching up 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 suitable shape for the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) approved handles you require for your doors. These are typically rectangular or round in shape, with an internal lever and external push pad.
Most of the UPVC lever pads we offer are sprung, which means that they will return to their horizontal position after not in use, rather than hanging out and potentially sticking in the frame. This helps prevent the draughts and cold air from entering a home. The majority of UPVC lever pad style handles are available in left and right handed versions that allow them to be put on either side of doors.
Euro Cylinder
Cylinder locks are typically found on uPVC doors, but they can also be used on other types of door. Cylinder locks are operated by a key which unlocks the cylinder's case. The case is then able to reveal pins that can be aligned to those inside the lock and allow them to rotate the camera that rotates, opening the door. Euro cylinders are available with up to six pins. External and internal doors require different levels of security.
The choice of cylinder is vital. It is based on the type of use your doors and handles will receive. External doors, for instance, should be fitted with cylinders that are more secure, whereas internal doors can be secured with an ordinary cylinder. Some cylinders have extra features that increase security, such as anti-drill or anti-bump properties.
To make sure that the euro cylinder is of the right size for your door, it should be measured accurately. The cylinder should be measured from the screw hole at the center to the ends of the cylinder. This includes the thumb turn in the event that one is present. It is best to do this with the lock in place, but if this is not possible, you may remove it to measure. A cylinder that is protruding beyond the handle and escutcheon might be vulnerable to attacks, such as snapping locks, therefore it is important that it is not too long.
The design of most newer cylinders comes with anti-drilling as well as bump resistance features. These are designed to reduce the chances of an attack by forcing the cylinder rotate in a different direction. This will help to stop the attack and ensure your doors are secure.
There are cylinders made to withstand snapping. This is a common attack on cylinders. A special tool is used to break the break line of the lock and then the front of cylinder is snapped off. This is faster and easier to achieve than opening multipoint locks. It also leaves no evidence of a burglary, which can impede the insurance claim.
Spring Cassette
The spring cassette is positioned inside the base of your door handle's backplate providing a sprung solution that returns the multipoint lock handles back to their rest position after usage. These handles used to have no spring and would drop when the locking mechanism was disengaged. This simple component is the best way to solve this issue. It also stops your upvc door from becoming stuck in either the open or closed position as they aren't easy to close manually.
The spring cassettes were made to be used with a spring multipoint lock. They will not fit unsprung handles and you'll have to cut a hole in the backplate to allow them to fit. (Please see the image for a more detailed diagram). They are a replacement for broken or missing cassettes in the backplate of the door handle for various brands of uPVC doors. They have a square cut out which can accommodate an 8mm spindle, and are sold as a set.
These spring cassettes are a fantastic cost-effective way to fix the problem of handles on your doors that are sagging. They are easy to fit and will increase the lifespan of your uPVC doors. Please contact visit the next website to learn more about our range of uPVC accessories and spares. We are available to help and happy to offer professional advice.