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UPVC Replacement Door HandlesAs time passes, the handles on your doors will wear down and require replacement. It is essential to be able to match the dimensions of the handles you have previously replaced when replacing them.The three measurements you need to examine are the top screw’s location, lever and key hole sizes. Use the size guide to assist you.Inline Lever/LeverA lever door handle is a contemporary handle that can be installed on replacement or new doors. This style of door handle is available in a variety of designs and finishes. A variety of manufacturers provide this type of handle, including Avocet ERA, Fullex, Hoppe, Mila, Millenco & Yale.Fab and Fix Windsor Inline Sprung Lever Door HandleThe door handles of uPVC/Composite are made of robust materials and are perfect for multi point lock doors that require a strong design. The handles are inline, and they utilize the same screws and spindle to fix them. They can be easily mounted on any uPVC/Composite door.The design of the sprung lever allows the handle to be positioned and angled for comfortable operation and is suitable for all users. The handle has been endurance-tested to 200 000 cycles. This ensures that the finish is of high quality and performance will last for a long time. The sprung lever can also be shortened to fit the widest range of locks. This is useful in doors that are narrower, where the cylinder is situated further away from the door. A lever that is shorter can be used on doors that have a latch which can be operated with the thumb located on the inside.Lever PadA Lever Pad door handle made of upvc operates differently from lever-type handles that are found on the majority of doors. These handle types can either operate from a single spindle (inline) or independently from each side by using two inline or offset spindles (pad). They are typically employed on UPVC double-glazed doors and are available in a variety of variations and styles.The handles are available in various finishes, including White chrome and Gold. The finish is in line 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 its intended use.All of the UPVC lever pad designs come with the spindle and screws that allow them to be fitted on a new or existing uPVC door. The backplate fixation centers of 211mm permit a larger handle, which is often a benefit when replacing a damaged or old multi-point door lock mechanism. The handle levers are spring-loaded, thereby solving the issue of door handles sagging out of their horizontal position when they are not in use.It is important to match the dimensions of the PZ for both the multipoint lock as well as the uPVC doors when choosing a replacement UPVC spindle and handle. This measurement may also be referred to as ‘handle centres or cylinder centre’. It is important to match the correct handles.Once you have the correct PZ size you will then be required to make sure that the lever pads and push pads are in a suitable shape to fit the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) compatible handles you need for your doors. They typically have a square or round shape, with an internal lever as well as an external push pad.The majority of UPVC Lever Pads that we offer are sprung. This means that they will return to a horizontal position after they are not in use, rather than hanging and possibly securing to the frame. This prevents drafts and cold air from entering a home. The majority of UPVC lever pad handles come in both left and right handed models which allows them to be put on either side of doors.Euro CylinderCylinder locks are typically used on uPVC doors, but they can also be found on other types of doors. Cylinder locks are operated with a key that unlocks the cylinder case. This reveals pins that can be aligned with the pins in the lock and allow them to turn the revolving camera, thereby opening the door. Euro cylinders can be fitted with up to six pins. Internal and external doors require different levels of security.The choice of the correct cylinder is essential; it is dependent on the way your doors and handle are used. Doors that are external, for instance should be equipped with higher security cylinders while doors inside can be secured using a standard cylinder. Certain cylinders come with extra features that increase security, like anti-drill or anti-bump properties.A euro cylinder must be measured accurately to ensure that it is the correct size for your door. The cylinder should be measured from the central fixing screw hole to the end of the cylinder and the thumb turn if you have one. If you are unable to measure with the lock in position, you can remove it. A cylinder that protrudes beyond the handle and escutcheon could be vulnerable to attacks such as snapping locks, so it is important that it is not too long.Most newer cylinders have been designed with bump and anti-drill features built into their design. They are designed to decrease the chances of an attack by forcing the cylinder rotate in an opposite direction. This will help to deflect attacks and keep your door safe.Certain cylinders are made to resist snapping. This is a common attack on cylinders. A specially designed tool is used to break the break line of the lock and the front of the cylinder is snapped off. This is much quicker and more straightforward than opening a multipoint lock and leaves little evidence of a break-in which could hinder the insurance claim.Spring CassetteThis spring cassette sits within the base of the door handle backplate, supplying a spring-loaded solution that returns your multipoint lock handles to their original position after usage. Previously a lot of handles did not have a spring integrated into them, and without it they are more likely to slide or ‘drop’ once the locking mechanism is disengaged. This simple component is the best way to address this issue. It also helps prevent your upvc door from becoming stuck in either the closed or open position, as they are difficult to close manually.These spring cassettes are specially designed to be used with multipoint locks sprung but they won’t work with unsprung multipoint handles and you will require a hole specifically cut in the backplate to allow them to fit (please look at the image for a technical diagram). These cassettes are a solution to broken or missing cassettes on the backplate of uPVC door handles. They have an elongated square that accommodates an 8mm spindle and are available in a variety of.These spring cassettes offer an excellent value solution to the issue of door handles that are sagging. They are simple to install and will extend the life of your uPVC door. For more information on our range of uPVC accessories and spares, you can get in contact with our team. We are always available to provide expert advice and to assist you.