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UPVC Replacement Door HandlesOver time the handles on your doors will get worn out and need to be changed. In this case, it is important that the new handles are in line with the dimensions of the previous handle.The three measurements you need to examine are the top screw’s location, lever and key hole dimensions. Use the size guide to assist you.Inline Lever/LeverA lever/lever door handle is a modern handle that can be installed on new or replacement doors. This style of door handle is available in a wide range of designs and finishes. A variety of manufacturers provide this 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 ideal for doors with multi-point locks that require a heavy duty design. The handles are inline and run off the same spindle and screw fixings. They are easily installed on new or existing uPVC/Composite doors.The handle can be adjusted and angled to suit any user. The handle has been tested to 200,000 cycles, which will ensure the quality of the finish as well as the performance of the handle over time. The sprung lever can be cut to fit more locks. This is particularly useful for narrower doors where the cylinder is further away from the door. A lever that is shorter can be used for doors with a latch that can be opened by the thumb inside.Lever PadThe lever pad upvc handle is different from the lever handles found on most doors. These handles are operated by one spindle, or two spindles, inline or offset. They are commonly utilized on UPVC doors with double glazing. They come in a variety of finishes & variations.The handles have been tested to the minimum of 200,000 cycles and are available in several finishes including White, Silver, Chrome & Gold. The finish meets BS EN 1670:2007 Grade 5 and is also resistant to corrosion, thereby giving the handle a high level of durability and performance for the intended use.All UPVC handle lever pads come with a spindle, screws and can be mounted on a uPVC door. The 211mm backplate fixing centres allow for a larger size of handle which is often a benefit when replacing a damaged or worn multi-point door lock mechanism. The levers for these handles have springs, which eliminate the issue of door handles that move out of horizontal position when not being used.It is essential to ensure that the PZ dimensions for both the multipoint lock as well as the uPVC doors when choosing the replacement UPVC spindle and handle. This measurement may also be called ‘handle centre or cylinder centres’. It is important to match the correct handles.After you have identified the correct size of PZ it is important to ensure that the lever and push pads are shaped to fit the American with Disabilities Act compliant handles you require for your door. These are typically round or square, with an internal lever, and an external push pad.The majority of the UPVC Lever Pads we offer are sprung. This means that they can be reverted to a horizontal position when they are not in use, rather than hanging and possibly securing to the frame. This stops draughts and cold air from entering a home. The majority of UPVC lever pad handles come in both left and right handed versions that allow them to be placed on either side of the doors.Euro CylinderCylinder locks are typically used on uPVC doors, but can be utilized on other types of door. The cylinder lock operates by using a key that unlocks the cylinder’s casing. This reveals pins that can be aligned with those inside the lock and allow them to rotate the revolving camera, thereby opening the door. Euro cylinders can be equipped with up to six pins, with both internal and external doors typically having different levels of security.The selection of a cylinder is crucial. It depends on the type of use your doors and handles will receive. For example, external doors require a higher security cylinder, while doors inside can be secured using a standard cylinder. Certain cylinders are equipped with additional features that increase security, for instance, 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 central screw hole to the ends of the cylinder. This includes the thumb turn in the event that one is present. If you are unable to measure using the lock in a fixed position, you can take it out of it. A cylinder that protrudes beyond the handle and escutcheon might be vulnerable to attacks, such as snapping locks, so it is important that it is not too long.Most newer cylinders have been made with bump and anti-drill features included in their design. These features are designed to minimize the risk of attack by causing the cylinder to rotate in an opposite direction. This will help to deflect attacks and ensure your door is secure.There are also cylinders that are designed 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 multipoint locks. It also leaves little evidence of a break-in, which could hinder an insurance claim.upvc replacement door handles is found within the base plate of the door handle. It is a spring-loaded solution to bring the multipoint lock handles to their resting position after usage. There was a time when 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 way to address this issue. It also stops your door from becoming stuck in either the open or closed position, as they are difficult to close manually.These spring cassettes have been specifically designed for use with sprung multipoint locks, they will not fit multipoint handles that are not sprung and you will require a custom hole cut into your backplate in order for them to fit (please look at the image for a technical diagram). They are a replacement for broken or missing cassettes within the door handle backplate of many kinds of uPVC doors. They are sold as a single unit. They feature a square cut out that can accommodate an 8mm shaft.These spring cassettes provide an excellent value solution for the issue of door handles that are sagging. These spring cassettes are simple to install and will increase the life of your uPVC door. Contact us to learn more about our selection of uPVC accessories and spares. We are on hand to assist you and give you expert advice.