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UPVC Replacement Door Handles

Over time the handles on your doors will wear out and need to be changed. When replacing them, it is crucial that the new handles conform to the dimensions of the previous handle.

The three measurements to check are the top screw's position the lever and key hole dimensions. Use the size guide to help with this.

Inline Lever/Lever

A lever handle or lever is a modern door handle that is designed to fit new or replacement doors. This style of door handle repair handle is available in a variety of styles & finishes. This handle is offered by several manufacturers including Avocet ERA Fullex Hoppe Mila Millenco Yale.

Fab and Fix Windsor Inline Sprung Lever door handle repairs Handle

The uPVC/Composite handles are made of tough materials and are perfect for multi-point lock doors that require a robust design. The handles are inline and work off the same spindle and screw fixings so they are easily installed on doors made of uPVC/Composite, either new or old.

The design of the sprung lever allows the handle to be set and angled to ensure a comfortable experience and is suitable for all users. The handle has been endurance-tested to 200 000 cycles. This helps ensure that the quality of finish and performance will last for a long time. The sprung lever is adjustable to fit a broad range of locks. This is particularly useful for doors with narrower openings where the cylinder is further back in the door. A shortened lever is also a good choice for doors that have latches that can be operated by a thumb turn located on the inside.

Lever Pad

The lever pad upvc handle differs from the lever handles that are commonly found on doors. These handles can use a single spindle (inline) or independently from both sides using two offset spindles or inline (pad). They are generally used on UPVC double-glazed doors and are available in a variety of variations and finishes.

The handles have been tested to the minimum of 200 000 cycles and are available in various finishes including White, Silver, Chrome & Gold. The finish is compliant with BS EN 1670:2007 Grade 5 and is also resistant to corrosion, which gives the handle a high degree of durability and performance for its intended use.

All UPVC lever pads for handles include a spindle and screws and can be installed on a uPVC door. The backplate fixing centres of 211mm permit a bigger handle, which can be beneficial when replacing a damaged or worn multi point door lock mechanism. The levers for these handles have a spring, which solves the issue of door handles that sag out of the horizontal position when not being used.

It is crucial to match up the dimensions of the PZ for both the multipoint lock and the upvc door handle repairs doors when choosing the 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 proper PZ size, you will need to make sure that the push and lever pads are designed to fit the American with Disabilities Act compliant handles you require for your door. These are typically square or round with an internal lever, and an external push pad.

The majority of UPVC lever pads that we offer are sprung, which means that they will return to their horizontal position when they are not in use, rather than hanging out and possibly sticking in the frame. This stops draughts from entering the building. It is also the case that the majority of the UPVC lever pad handles are swivel that allows you to put them on either side of the door.

Euro Cylinder

Cylinder locks can be found on uPVC and other types of doors. The cylinder lock is operated by a key which unlocks the cylinder's casing. This reveals pins that can be aligned to those inside the lock, allowing them to turn the revolving camera, thereby opening the door. Euro cylinders can be fitted with up to six pins. Doors that are internal and external require different levels of security.

The choice of the correct cylinder is crucial; it depends on how your doors and handle are used. For instance, exterior doors must be secured with an extra secure cylinder, while internal doors can be secured with a standard cylinder. In addition, some cylinders come with additional features which can enhance security, for instance anti-drill or anti-bump features.

To make sure that the euro cylinder is the correct size for your repair door handle, it should be measured correctly. The cylinder should be measured from the central fixing screw hole to each end of the cylinder including the thumb turn if you have one. If you cannot measure using the lock in its position, you can take it out of it. A cylinder that protrudes beyond the handle and escutcheon may be vulnerable to attacks, such as lock snapping, so it is essential that it is not too long.

The design of the latest cylinders comes with anti-drilling as well as bump resistance features. They are designed to decrease the risk of attack by forcing the cylinder to rotate in the opposite direction. This can deflect the attack, and protect your door handle repair plate.

There are also cylinders that have been made to withstand snapping. This is a typical attack on cylinders. A specific tool is used to break the lock's break line and then the front of cylinder is snapped off. This is a lot faster and easier to achieve than opening the door with multipoint locks and leaves no evidence of a burglary, which can impede an insurance claim.

Spring Cassette

This spring cassette is found within the base plate of the door handle. It offers a spring-loaded solution to return your multipoint lock handles to their resting position after usage. These handles used to have no spring and would droop when the locking mechanism was removed. This simple feature is among the most effective ways to fix this issue and is an excellent way to stop your doors made of upvc from getting stuck in the open or closed position, as they are not always easy to manually close by hand.

These spring cassettes have been specifically made for use with multipoint locks that are sprung, they will not fit unsprung multipoint handles and you will need to have a custom hole cut into the backplate to allow them to fit (please check the image for a technical diagram). These cassettes can be used as a replacement for damaged or missing cassettes in the backplate of uPVC door handles. They are sold as a single unit. They come with a square cut out that accommodates an 8mm shaft.

These spring cassettes offer an excellent value solution for the problem of door handles that are sagging. They are easy to fit and will increase the life span of your uPVC doors. For more information about our wide range of uPVC spares and accessories please feel free to get in contact with our team. We are always available to provide expert advice and to assist you.