UPVC Replacement Door Handles
The handles on your doors wear out with time and require to be replaced. When doing this it is crucial that the new handles match the critical dimensions of the old handle.
The three measurements to be inspected are the top screw's position the lever and key hole dimensions. Check the size guide for assistance in this.
Inline Lever/Lever
A lever handle is a contemporary door handle designed to work with new or replacement doors. This style of door handle is available in a variety of styles and finishes. A number of manufacturers make this type of 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 robust materials and are suitable for doors with multi-point locks which require a robust design. The handles are inline and they use the same spindle and screws to secure them. They can be easily mounted on any uPVC/Composite doors.
The handle can be positioned and angled to fit all users. The handle has been endurance tested to 200,000 cycles, this helps to ensure the quality of the finish as well as the performance of the handle over time. The lever that springs is adjustable to fit a broad range of locks. This is particularly useful for doors with narrower openings where the cylinder is situated further back from the door. A shortened lever can also be used on doors with a latch that can be activated with the thumb inside.
Lever Pad
A Lever Pad upvc door handle operates differently from lever-type handles that are found on the majority of doors. These handle types are either operated by one spindle or two spindles, either inline or offset. They are typically employed on UPVC doors with double glazing. They come in a range of finishes and variations.
The handles are available in a variety of finishes including White, Chrome, and Gold. The finish is in line with BS EN 1670:2007 Grade 5 and is also resistant to corrosion, which gives the handle a high level of durability and performance for the intended use.
All UPVC lever pads for handles include a spindle and screws and can be mounted on a uPVC door. The backplate fixation centres of 211mm allow for a bigger handle, which is usually an advantage when replacing an old or damaged multi-point door lock mechanism. These handle levers have springs, which can solve the issue of door handles that sag out of the horizontal position when they are not being used.
It is essential to ensure that the PZ dimensions of both the multipoint lock as well as the uPVC doors when choosing a replacement UPVC spindle and handle. This measurement is also called the 'handle centre' or 'cylinder centres which is a crucial aspect to match the right handles.
When you have the right PZ size, you'll have to ensure that the handle lever pads and push pads are a appropriate shape to accommodate the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) compatible handles you need for your doors. These are usually square or round with an internal lever, and an external push pad.
Most of the UPVC lever pads we sell are sprung, meaning that they will return to their horizontal position when not being used, instead of hanging out and possibly sticking in the frame. This prevents draughts from entering the 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 found on uPVC and other kinds of doors. They operate by using a key that unlock a cylinder case which will reveal pins that can be aligned with the pins in the lock body, allow them to rotate the cam, thereby opening the door. Repair My Windows And Doors can be fitted with up to six pins with external and internal doors usually requiring different levels of security.
Selecting the right cylinder for your needs is essential; it is dependent on how your door and handle are used. External doors, for instance are required to be fitted with cylinders that are more secure and internal doors can be secured using the standard cylinder. Additionally, certain cylinders are available with extra features which can enhance security further, such as anti-drill or anti-bump properties.
A euro cylinder needs to be properly measured to ensure that it is the right size for your door. The cylinder should be measured from the screw hole in the center to the ends of the cylinder. This includes the thumb turn in the event that one is present. If you cannot measure with the lock in position, you can take it out of it. It is important to avoid having a cylinder that extends beyond the handle or escutcheon. This could make it susceptible to lock snapping attacks.
Most newer cylinders have been made with bump and anti-drill features built into their design. They are designed to minimize attacks by forcing cylinders to turn in a new direction. This will help to deflect an attack and protect your door.
Certain cylinders are made 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 cylinder is snapped off. This is a lot faster and more straightforward than opening the door with multipoint locks. It also leaves no evidence of a break-in, which can hinder the insurance claim.
Spring Cassette
This spring cassette is located within the base plate of your door handle. It provides a sprung solution to help return your multipoint lock handles back to their resting position after using. Previously a lot of handles of this kind did not have a spring built into them, and as a result, they are more likely to slide or drop once the locking mechanism has been disengaged. This simple feature is one of the most effective ways to fix this, and is an effective way to keep your doors made of upvc from getting stuck in the open or closed position, as these are not always easy to manually close by hand.
These spring cassettes have been specifically designed to be used with multipoint locks sprung They will not work with non-sprung multipoint handles. 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). They are a replacement for damaged or missing cassettes inside the backplates of door handles of many brands of uPVC doors. They have an elongated square that can accommodate an 8mm spindle, and are sold as a set.
These spring cassettes are an excellent value solution for the problem of door handles that are sagging. These spring cassettes are simple to install and can extend the lifespan of your uPVC door. Please contact our team for more information about our selection of uPVC accessories and spares. We are on hand to assist you and offer expert advice.