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UPVC Replacement Door Handles The handles on your doors get worn out with time and require to be replaced. When doing this it is essential that the new handles are in line with the dimensions of the handle that was previously used. The three measurements to check are the top screw position, lever and key hole sizes. Use the size guide to assistance in this. Inline Lever/Lever A lever handle is a modern-day door handle designed to suit new or replacement doors. This style door handle is available in a variety of styles & finishes. A number of manufacturers make 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 robust materials and are perfect for multi-point lock doors which require a robust design. The handles are inline, and they use the same screws and spindle to secure them. They are easily fitted on a new or existing uPVC/Composite door. The sprung lever design allows the handle to be set and angled to provide a comfortable grip and is suitable for all users. The handle has been tested to 200,000 cycles, this helps to ensure the quality of the finish and the performance of the handle over time. The sprung lever can be shortened to fit the widest range of locks. This is particularly useful for doors with narrower frames, where the cylinder is located further back. A shortened lever can also be used on doors with latches that can be opened by the thumb located on the inside. Lever Pad A Lever Pad upvc door handle operates differently from lever-type handles that are found on the majority of 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. They come in a variety of styles and styles. The handles are available in a variety of finishes, including White, Chrome, and Gold. The finish is compliant with BS EN 1670:2007 Grade 5 and is also resistant to corrosion, thereby giving the handle a high degree of durability and performance for the intended use. All UPVC levers for handles come with a spindle, screws, and can be fitted on a uPVC door. The backplate fixing centres of 211mm allow for a larger size handle that is often a benefit in replacing a defective or worn multi point door lock mechanism. The handle levers are sprung, solving the problem of handles hanging out of their horizontal position when they are not being used. When selecting the replacement UPVC handle and spindle, it is essential to match the dimensions of the PZ on the multipoint lock as well as the uPVC door. visit the next document is also called the 'handle centre' or 'cylinder centres which is a crucial aspect of matching up the appropriate handles. Once you have the proper PZ size, you'll have to ensure that the lever pads and push pads are of a appropriate shape to accommodate the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant handles that you require for your doors. These are typically rectangular or round in shape with an internal lever and an external push pad. The majority of the UPVC Lever Pads we offer are sprung. This means that they return to a horizontal position after not being used instead of hanging, and possibly being stuck in the frame. This prevents draughts from entering the property. You will also find that the majority of UPVC lever pad handles are hand-operated which allows you to place them on either side of the door. Euro Cylinder Cylinder locks can be found on uPVC and other kinds of doors. They work by using a key that unlock a cylinder case that will reveal pins that can be aligned to those in the lock body and permitting them to turn an revolving cam, opening the door. Euro cylinders can be equipped with up to six pins with both internal and external doors generally having different levels of security. The selection of a cylinder is essential. It's dependent on the type of use your doors and handles receive. For instance, exterior doors should be fitted with a more secure cylinder while internal doors can be secured using a standard cylinder. Certain cylinders are equipped with additional features that can increase security, such as anti-drill or anti bump properties. To ensure that the euro cylinder is the right size for your door, it should be measured accurately. The cylinder should be measured from the hole for fixing screws in the middle to each end of the cylinder including the thumb turn if you have one. It is best to do this while the lock is in place, but in the event that this is not possible, you can remove it to measure. It is crucial to ensure that there is no extension of the cylinder beyond the handle or escutcheon. This could make it vulnerable to snapping lock attacks. The majority of modern cylinders have been made with anti-drill and bump resistance features that are built into their design. They are designed to minimize attacks by forcing cylinders to rotate in a new direction. This can deflect the attack, and keep your door safe. Some cylinders are designed to withstand snapping. This is a typical attack on cylinders. A special tool is used to break the break line of the lock, and then the front of cylinder is snapped off. This is a faster and easier way to gain access than using the use of a multipoint locking system. It also leaves less evidence of the burglary which can make it difficult to prove insurance claims. Spring Cassette The spring cassette is positioned within the base of your door handle backplate, providing a spring solution to return the multipoint lock handles back to their original position after using. Previously a lot of these types of handle did not have a spring integrated into them, and without it they tend to droop or drop when the locking mechanism is removed. This simple part is the best solution to fix this problem. It also stops your upvc door from becoming stuck in either the closed or open position as they aren't easy to close manually. These spring cassettes have been specifically designed to be used with multipoint locks sprung, they will not fit non-sprung multipoint handles. You will need to have a hole specifically cut in your backplate to allow these to fit (please check the image for a technical diagram). They are a replacement for existing broken or missing cassettes in the backplates of door handles of various kinds of uPVC doors. They are sold as a single unit. They have a square-cut out that accommodates an 8mm shaft. These spring cassettes are a fantastic cost-effective way to fix the problem of door handles that are sagging. They are simple to install and will increase the lifespan of your uPVC doors. For more information on our selection of uPVC spares and accessories contact us today. in touch with our team. We are always available to provide expert advice and support you.