25 Shocking Facts About Upvc Replacement Door Handles

UPVC Replacement Door Handles

Over time the handles on your doors will get worn out and need to be changed. It is crucial to match the dimensions of the Old aluminium window Handles handles when replacing them.

The top screw position, the lever and the keyhole size are the three measurements you have to check. Use the size guide to assistance with this.

Inline Lever/Lever

A lever/lever door handle is a modern handle that can be used on doors that are new or replacement. This type door handle is available in a wide range of styles 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 door handles made of uPVC/Composite are made of sturdy materials and are perfect for multi point lock doors that require a heavy duty design. The handles are inline and operate with the same spindle as well as screw fixings so they can be easily fitted to existing or new uPVC/Composite doors.

The handle can be placed and angled to accommodate any user. The handle has been tested for endurance up to 200 000 cycles. This helps ensure that the finish is of high quality and performance is maintained over time. The lever that springs is adjustable to fit a wide range of locks. This is particularly beneficial for narrower door frames where the cylinder is located further back. A shortened lever can also be used for doors with a latch that can be activated with the thumb on the inside.

Lever Pad

The lever pad upvc handle is different from the lever handles that are found on most doors. These handle types can either work off one single spindle (inline) or independently from each side using two inline or offset spindles (pad). They are usually used on UPVC doors with double glazing. They are available in a range of finishes and variations.

The handles have been tested to a minimum of 200k cycles and are available in various finishes including White Silver, Chrome, & Gold. The finish is BS EN 1670 Grade 5 and is resistant to corrosion. This gives the handle the best performance and durability to serve the purpose it was designed for.

All UPVC levers for handles come with a spindle, screws and can be installed on a uPVC door. The backplate fixing centres of 211mm allow for a larger size handle that can often be a benefit when replacing a faulty or worn multi point aluminium door handles lock mechanism. The handle levers are spring-loaded, which solves the issue of door handles sagging out of the horizontal position when not in use.

When choosing the replacement UPVC handle and spindle, it is important to match the PZ dimensions of the multipoint lock as well as the uPVC door. This measurement can also be called 'handle centre' or cylinder centres'. It is important to match the right handles.

Once you have the correct PZ size you will then have to ensure that the lever pads and push pads are a suitable shape to fit the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant handles that you need for your doors. They are typically round or square, with an internal lever, and an external push pad.

The majority of UPVC lever pads that we sell are sprung, meaning that they return to their horizontal position when they are not in use, instead of hanging out and potentially sticking in the frame. This stops draughts from entering the building. Also, the majority of old upvc window handles lever pad handles are handed that allows you to put them on either side of the door.

Euro Cylinder

Cylinder locks can be found on uPVC and other kinds of doors. They operate with a key to unlock a cylinder that then reveals pins which can be aligned to those in the lock body, allowing them to turn an revolving cam, opening the door. Euro Cylinders are available with up to six pins. External and internal doors require different levels of security.

Selecting the right cylinder for your needs is essential; it is dependent on how your doors and handles are used. For instance, doors that are external require a higher security cylinder, while doors inside can be secured with a standard cylinder. Some cylinders have extra features that increase security, for instance, anti-drill or anti bump properties.

A euro cylinder must be measured accurately to ensure that it is the correct size for your door. The cylinder must be measured from the central screw hole to the ends of the cylinder. This includes the thumb turn, if there is one. If you are unable to measure with the lock in position, you can remove it. It is important to avoid having a extension of the cylinder beyond the handle or escutcheon. This can make it vulnerable to lock snapping attacks.

The design of the latest cylinders comes with anti-drilling as well as bump resistance features. They are designed to decrease the chances of an attack by forcing the cylinder rotate in a different direction. This can help prevent attacks and protect your doors.

Certain cylinders are made to withstand snapping. This is an increasingly common kind of attack on cylinders, which is where the break line of the lock is targeted with a special tool to break off the front of the cylinder and allow the door to open. This is a much faster and simpler method to gain access than using a multipoint locking system. It also leaves less evidence of the burglary which could hinder insurance claims.

Spring Cassette

The spring cassette is located inside the base of your door handle's backplate providing a sprung solution that returns the multipoint lock window handles back to their rest position after using. These handles used to have no spring, and would slide when the locking mechanism was disengaged. This simple component is the best way to solve this issue. It also prevents your door from becoming stuck in either the closed or open position as they aren't easy to close manually.

The spring cassettes were made to be used with a spring multipoint locks. They will not fit unsprung handles and you'll have to cut a hole in your backplate in order for them to fit. (Please look at the image for a more detailed diagram). They are a replacement for existing damaged or missing cassettes inside the backplates of door handles of various brands of uPVC doors. They are sold as a single unit. They come with 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 that are sagging. They are simple to put in and will prolong the lifespan of your uPVC doors. Please contact our team for more information about our wide range of uPVC accessories and spares. We are here to help and happy to offer expert advice.