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upvc door handle Over time the handles on your doors will wear out and need to be changed. It is essential to match the dimensions of the old handles when replacing them. The top screw's position as well as the lever and keyhole sizes are the three measurements you have to verify. Use the size guide to aid you. Inline Lever/Lever A lever handle or lever is a contemporary door handle designed to work with new or replacement doors. This kind of handle is available in various designs and finishes. This handle is available from several manufacturers, including Avocet ERA Fullex Hoppe Mila Millenco Yale. Fab and Fix Windsor Inline Sprung Lever Door Handle The uPVC/Composite handles are made from robust materials, and are ideal for doors with multiple points that need a heavy-duty design. The handles are inline and operate off the same spindle and screw fixings. They are easily installed on existing or new uPVC/Composite doors. The handle can be adjusted and angled to fit all users. The handle has been endurance tested to 200,000 cycles, which allows for the assurance of the quality of the finish and performance of the handle over time. The sprung lever can be shortened to fit more locks. This is especially useful for narrower door frames in which the cylinder is further back. A shorter lever is a good choice for doors that have latches that can be operated by a thumb turn located on the inside. Lever Pad A Lever Pad door handle made of upvc operates differently to the lever type handles on doors. These handle types are either operated by one spindle, or two spindles, inline or offset. They are usually utilized on UPVC doors with double glazing. They are available in a variety of finishes and variations. The handles have been tested to a minimum of 200 000 cycles and are available in a variety of finishes like White, Silver, Chrome & Gold. The finish is BS EN 1670 Grade 5 and is resistant to corrosion. This gives the handle an outstanding performance and durability to serve its intended use. All of the UPVC lever pad designs are supplied with a spindle and screws that allow them to be put on an existing or new uPVC door. The 211mm backplate fixing centres allow for a larger handle, which can be beneficial when replacing a faulty or worn multi-point door lock mechanism. These handle levers have springs, which can solve the problem of handles for doors that slide out of the horizontal position when they are not being used. It is crucial to match up the dimensions of the PZ for both the multipoint lock as well as the uPVC doors when selecting a replacement UPVC spindle and handle. This measurement is often known as the “handle centre” or “cylinder centres and is an essential aspect in ensuring that you have the correct handles. After you have determined the correct PZ size it is important to make sure that the lever and push pads are shaped to fit the American with Disabilities Act compliant handles you require for your door. They are usually of a round or square shape with an internal lever and an external push pad. The majority of UPVC lever pads that we sell are sprung, meaning that they will return to their horizontal position after not in use, rather than hanging out and potentially sticking in the frame. This stops draughts and cold air from entering a home. It is also the case that the majority of the UPVC lever pad handles are swivel, allowing you to install them on either side of the door. Euro Cylinder Cylinder locks are typically found on uPVC doors, but they can also be used on other types of doors. Cylinder locks are operated by using a key that unlocks the cylinder case. The case is then able to reveal pins that can be aligned with those inside the lock, allowing them to rotate the revolving camera, thereby opening the door. Euro cylinders can be equipped with up to six pins with both internal and external doors usually requiring different levels of security. The selection of a cylinder is essential. It depends on the type of use your doors and handles will receive. External doors, for instance should be equipped with cylinders with greater security, whereas internal doors can be secured using an ordinary cylinder. Additionally, certain cylinders have extra features that increase security, for instance anti-drill or anti-bump features. A euro cylinder should be measured accurately to ensure it's the right size for your door. The cylinder needs to be measured from the central screw hole to the ends of the cylinder. This includes the thumb turn should there be one. If you cannot measure using the lock in its position, you can remove it. A cylinder that is protruding beyond the handle and escutcheon could be vulnerable to attacks such as snapping locks, therefore it is essential that it's not too long. The design of most newer cylinders has anti-drilling and bump resistance features. They are designed to decrease the chance of a attack by forcing the cylinder rotate in the opposite direction. This can deflect the attack, and keep your door safe. Certain cylinders are made to withstand snapping. This is a common occurrence on cylinders. A specially designed tool is used to break the break line of the lock and then the front of the cylinder is snapped off. This is a quicker and easier way to gain access than through a multipoint locking system. It also leaves less evidence of the break-in which could make it difficult to prove insurance claims. Spring Cassette This spring cassette is found within the base plate of the door handle. It offers a spring-loaded solution to bring your multipoint lock handles to their normal position after usage. The handles were previously equipped with no spring and would drop when the locking mechanism was disconnected. The addition of this simple element is among the best methods to correct this, and is a great way to prevent your doors made of upvc from becoming stuck in the open or closed position, since they aren't always simple to close manually. These spring cassettes are specially designed for use with multipoint locks that are sprung, they will not fit non-sprung multipoint handles. You will require a bespoke hole cut into the backplate to allow them to fit (please see image for technical diagram). These cassettes are a solution for damaged or missing cassettes in the backplate of uPVC door handles. They are available as a single unit. They feature a square cut out that is able to accommodate an 8mm shaft. These spring cassettes are an excellent cost-effective way to fix the problem of handles on your doors that are sagging. They are simple to install and can extend the lifespan of your uPVC door. For more information about our range of uPVC accessories and spares, please feel free to get in contact with our team. We are available to help and happy to offer professional advice.