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Types of UPVC Door HandlesWhen your upvc door handle requires replacement, it is essential to find the right replacement for your home. A locksmith can offer and install high-security uPVC door handles that have additional security features.The most important measurements are measurement A (known as PZ) and the length of the backplate (measurement F). Take these measurements to make sure that your new uPVC handle will fit.Lever/LeverA lever is a rod that pivots around a point. When you apply force to the end of the lever it tends to rotate the fulcrum to the direction of the force. This motion increases the force and allows you to lift or move objects that normally require more force to lift.The distance between the fulcrum and the place where you apply the force determines the distance the lever is able to move. This is referred to as the mechanical advantage. The more the lever extends more, the greater the mechanical benefit. You can calculate mechanical advantage by dividing distance from fulcrum point to the point at which you apply force by the distance between fulcrum point and the end of the lever.Levers also have various effects depending on how the forces are applied. A class 2 lever for instance, has a tendency of rotating in the opposite direction when an effort force is applied. The forces produced by pushing on the handle of a front door will result in rotational effects similar to those.However, levers don’t create energy. They simply increase the force you exert by changing a small amount of effort applied over a long distance into a larger amount of force that is applied over a smaller distance. This allows you to accomplish more in a shorter period of time, which is why levers are commonly used for lifting heavy objects or moving large amounts of cargo. The lever principle is also utilized in everyday tools like crowbars. Hammer claws, fishing rods and your own legs, when you are standing on your car’s hand brake.Lever/PadLever pad handles are a type of door handle made from UPVC that have levers on both sides to operate the multipoint lock. Lever pad handles are available in a variety of finishes & designs and can be used on a wide range of materials that include UPVC doors, Aluminium doors & Timber Doors. They are sold in pairs for the outer and inner door with spindles & screws included. They are also available in both handed and unhandled versions to suit different users.These can be used to replace existing upvc door. The levers are lowered to open all multipoint locks, and the key is turned to close or unlock the door. They offer a little more security than the standard lever handles for doors because locking can only be done by the inside using a key.They are not as secure as a cylinder bolt, but are an affordable alternative for a home with more security. The only drawback is that they do not offer the same level of security as a cylinder bolt, and consequently don’t block access to outside in the event that the door has been left open.The majority of the lever pad upvc door handle s we offer are manufactured by top manufacturers in the industry and will be manufactured with good quality components. They also come with a manufacturers guarantee.Typically, they will be designed to work with a 92mm lock or the replacement version of this known as a Paddock lock. They will feature a cylinder with 82mm diameter on the inside and 62mm outside. They also come with two spindle followers. Some are inserted into the back plate while others can be removed to enable different fixing centres.Lever/SnibLever latches, the simplest of door handles are utilized. Pushing down on the lever is a simple mechanism that opens inside to keep the door closed. It can also be locked with a key. Some lever privacy handles operate on the same principle but with an additional snib, similar to the doorknob.A snib can be a extremely useful tool, particularly in homes where security and privacy are important. You can use the snib handle to prevent your guest from entering until they are ready. This type handle is also used for interior doors such as bedrooms, where you might need to restrict access from outside.Snib buttons can cause issues in certain situations, particularly when you have old locks and doors that are warped. If the snib is applied in error, or by a person who isn’t used to it, the door could close and shut you out. Usually, you can still gain entry by knocking on the door’s frame or the letterbox, but this isn’t ideal.If your uPVC door is equipped with a snib-button, we recommend replacing the handle with a modern E-LOK 7-Series smart lock. They can be retrofitted to pull handle kits with double turns and are available with cover plates to hide existing holes, to make it a seamless installation. The E-LOK makes use of a smart application that allows you to unlock the door with RFID cards or mechanical keys and can be configured with passcodes for secure entry and convenience. The system has been tested for 200,000 times to ensure durability. The handles are constructed of solid metal and comply with BS EN 1670 Grade 5 for resistance to corrosion.Lever/Moveable PadThis popular handle style is commonly used on front doors. It has the advantage of preventing the door being opened without a key from the outside if the lock has not been deadlocked. This is achieved by the ‘pad’-shaped external handle which locks in the gap between the handles and the lock case to stop the latch from being removed or the door being opened.This handle is designed to work with uPVC multipoint locks which use split spindle mechanisms. This type of operation requires that the lever handle and the external pad handle both be fitted to the same lock case. This could be a straightforward replacement of the existing uPVC handle, but it could also require a change in the lock case or a brand new set to handle furniture.These levers/movable pad handles are suitable for uPVC doors and feature a maintenance free slide bearing fixing lugs, fixing lugs and spring cassettes included. They feature a euro-style cut out and are fitted to a variety of uPVC and timber doors.The lever moveable pad is available in a variety of finishes to suit a wide selection of multipoint locks. They are designed to work with split spindle locks with an 92mm centre cylinder and require a separate set of split spindles provided by the lock maker.These Hoppe London 77G/3831N/113 lever moveable pad handles are manufactured from cast aluminium with an anodised surface that is corrosion resistant and has high scratch resistance. They can be used with various other Hoppe products like patio door handles, french door handles, and window handles. They come with an escutcheon for security.Lever/Moveable SnibThe lever handle is one of the most sought-after kinds of door handles made from upvc and is available in a range of designs. It consists of two handles that can be moved and locked with a thumbturn cylinder or a key. A pad handle can be used as a substitute to lever or lever handles. It is comprised of a fixed or moveable pad which can be used to operate a lock. These Fullex handles are sprung lever pads with snibs that can be triggered to stop the latch from closing.When selecting the best replacement upvc handle, be sure to take into consideration the screw centres as well as the back plate’s length, and the PZ measurement. This will ensure that the handle will work with your current locking system. You can use our online measurement guide to help you take these measurements, so that you can be confident your new upvc handles will be a perfect fit.All orders qualify for free delivery, or you can pick up your order in-store. Orders made before 11am will be ready for collection the next day.