UPVC Replacement Door Handles

The handles on your doors get worn out over time and need to be replaced. When replacing them, it is crucial that the new handles conform to the dimensions of the handle that was previously used.

The top screw's position, the lever and the keyhole dimensions are the three measurements that you need to determine. Use the size guide to assistance with this.

Inline Lever/Lever

A lever handle or lever is a modern door handle designed to work with new or replacement doors. This kind door handle is available in a wide range of designs and 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 handles of old upvc door handles/Composite are constructed of tough materials and are perfect for doors with multiple points that need a heavy-duty design. The handles are inline and use the same spindle and screws to secure them. They are easily fitted on a new or existing uPVC/Composite door.

The handle can be positioned and angled to fit all users. The handle has been tested for endurance up to 200,000 cycles. This ensures that the finish is of high quality and performance over time. The sprung lever can also be reduced to accommodate a wider range of locks. This is useful for doors with narrower openings where the cylinder is situated further back from the door. A lever that is shorter is a good choice for doors that have latches that can be opened by a thumb turn located on the inside.

Lever Pad

The lever pad upvc handle differs from the lever handles that are used on the majority of doors. These handle types can either operate from a single spindle (inline) or independently from each side using two offset spindles or inline (pad). They are usually employed on UPVC double-glazed doors and come in a variety of styles and finishes.

The handles are available in a variety of finishes, including White, Chrome, and Gold. The finish meets BS EN 1670:2007 Grade 5 and is also resistant to corrosion, thereby giving the handle a high level of durability and performance for its intended use.

All of the UPVC lever pad styles for handles come with the spindle and screws which allow them to be fitted on a new or existing uPVC door. The backplate fixing centres of 211mm allow for a larger handle, which can be beneficial in replacing a defective or worn multi-point door lock mechanism. The window handle repair levers come with springs, which can solve the problem of handles for doors that slide out of the horizontal position when not being used.

When selecting the replacement upvc door handle UPVC handle and spindle, it is important 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 a critical aspect to match the right handles.

Once you have decided on the correct size of PZ and the correct PZ size, you must make sure that the lever and push pads are designed to fit the American with Disabilities Act compliant window handles replacement that you need for your door. They are usually a square or round design with an internal lever and external push pad.

The majority of the UPVC Lever Pads we sell are spring-loaded. This means they can be reverted to a horizontal position when not in use instead of hanging, and possibly sticking in the frame. This stops draughts and cold air from entering a home. The majority of UPVC lever pad style handles come in both left and right handed versions, allowing them to be installed on either side of the doors.

Euro Cylinder

Cylinder locks are usually used on uPVC doors, but can also be found on other types of doors. Cylinder locks are operated by a key which unlocks the cylinder case. This reveals pins that can be aligned to the pins in the lock, and permit them to rotate the revolving camera, thereby opening the bifold door handles. Euro Cylinders can be fitted with up to six pins with internal and external doors typically needing different levels of security.

Choosing the right cylinder is vitally important; this is contingent on how your door and handle are used. For instance, exterior doors must be secured with a more secure cylinder whilst internal doors can be secured using the standard cylinder. In addition, some cylinders are available with extra features that can improve security further, such as anti-drill or anti-bump features.

To ensure that the euro cylinder is the correct size for your door, it should be measured correctly. The cylinder should be measured from the hole in the center of the fixing screw to each end of the cylinder and the thumb turn if you have one. It is recommended to do this with the lock in place however, if this is not possible, you may remove it to take measurements. It is essential to ensure that there is no cylinder that extends beyond the handle or escutcheon. This can make it vulnerable to snapping lock attacks.

The design of many modern cylinders comes with anti-drilling as well as bump resistance features. These features are designed to minimize the chance of a attack by forcing the cylinder to rotate in an opposite direction. This will help to deflect an attack and keep your door safe.

Some cylinders are designed to resist snapping. This is a typical attack on cylinders. A specially designed tool is used to break the lock's break line and then the front of the cylinder is snapped off. This is much quicker and more straightforward than opening multipoint locks and leaves no evidence of a break-in which could hinder an insurance claim.

Spring Cassette

This spring cassette sits in the base of your door handle's backplate, supplying a spring-loaded solution and returning the multipoint lock handles back to their rest position after using. The handles had no spring and would drop when the locking mechanism was disconnected. This simple component is the most effective way to solve this issue. It also helps prevent your door from becoming stuck in the open or closed position since they aren't easy to close manually.

These spring cassettes were designed to be used with a spring multipoint locks. They won't work with unsprung handles and you'll need to cut a hole into your backplate in order for them to fit. (Please see the image for a technical diagram). They are a replacement for broken or missing cassettes within the backplate of the door handle for numerous kinds of uPVC doors. They are sold as one unit. They feature a square cut out that can accommodate an 8mm shaft.

These spring cassettes provide a great value solution to the issue of door handles that have become sagging. They are easy to fit and will extend the life span of your uPVC doors. Please contact our team to learn more about our wide range of uPVC accessories and spares. We are available to help and happy to provide expert advice.