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The No. 1 Question Everyone Working In Upvc Replacement Door Handles Should Know How To Answer
UPVC Replacement Door Handles

As time passes, the handles on your doors will wear out and require replacement. It is crucial to be able to match the dimensions of the handles that were previously used when replacing them.

The three measurements to be inspected are the top screw's location as well as the key hole and lever sizes. Use the size guide to assist you.

Inline Lever/Lever

A lever door handle is a modern handle that can be used on doors that are new or replacement. This style of handle is available in a variety of styles and finishes. This handle is offered by a number of manufacturers including Avocet ERA Fullex Hoppe Mila Millenco Yale.

Fab and Fix Windsor Inline Sprung Lever Door Handle

The door handles of uPVC/Composite are made of robust materials and are ideal for multi-point lock doors that require a heavy duty design. The handles are inline and operate with the same spindle as well as screw fixings so they can be easily fitted to new or existing uPVC/Composite doors.

The handle can be placed and angled to accommodate the needs of all users. The handle has been tested to 200,000 cycles. This will ensure the quality of the finish and performance of the handle over time. The sprung lever can also be shortened to fit a wider range of locks. This is useful for doors with narrower openings where the cylinder is further back in the door. A lever that is shorter is an ideal choice for doors that have latches that can be operated by a thumb turn on the inside.

Lever Pad

The lever pad upvc handle is different from the lever handles found on most doors. These handles can operate from a single spindle (inline) or independently from both sides using two offset spindles or inline (pad). They are usually employed on UPVC double glazed doors. They come in many variations & finishes.

The handles are available in a variety of finishes, including White Chrome, and Gold. The finish is BS EN 1670 Grade 5 and is resistant to corrosion. This provides the handle with an outstanding performance and durability to serve its intended purpose.

All of the UPVC lever pad styles for handles are supplied with screws and a spindle which allow them to be fitted on a new or existing uPVC door. The backplate fixing centers of 211mm allow for a larger handle, which can often be a benefit when replacing a faulty or worn multi point door lock mechanism. These handle levers have a spring, which solves the problem of door handles that sag out of their horizontal position when not being used.

When selecting a replacement UPVC handle and spindle it is essential to match the PZ dimensions of both the multipoint lock and the uPVC door. This measurement can also be called 'handle centre' or cylinder centres'. It is important to match the right handles.

After you have determined the proper PZ size it is important to make sure that the lever and push pads are designed to fit the American with Disabilities Act compliant handles you require for your door. These are typically square or round with an internal lever, and an external push pad.

Most of the UPVC lever pads that we sell are sprung, meaning that they return to their horizontal position when they are not in use, rather than hanging out and possibly sticking in the frame. This stops draughts and cold air from entering a home. Also, the majority of UPVC handle lever pad style 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. Cylinder locks are operated by using a key that unlocks the cylinder's casing. This exposes pins that can be aligned to those inside the lock, allowing them to turn the revolving camera, opening the door. Euro cylinders can be equipped with up to six pins with internal and external doors usually needing different levels of security.

Choosing the right cylinder is vitally important; this is dependent on how your doors and handles are utilized. Doors that are external, for instance are required to be fitted with cylinders that are more secure, whereas internal doors can be secured using a standard cylinder. Certain cylinders are equipped with additional features that can improve security, such as anti-drill or anti-bump properties.

To make sure that the euro cylinder is of the right size for your door, it must be measured correctly. The cylinder must 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. It is recommended to do this while the lock is in place however, in the event that this is not possible, you may take it off to measure. It is crucial to ensure that there is no cylinder that extends beyond the handle or escutcheon. This could make it vulnerable to snapping lock attacks.

Most newer cylinders have been constructed with bump and anti-drill features that are built into their design. These features are designed to minimize the chance of a attack by forcing the cylinder to rotate in an opposite direction. This can help prevent attacks and ensure your doors are secure.


There are cylinders designed to withstand snapping. This is an increasingly common kind of attack on cylinders where the break line inside the lock is attacked using a special tool to break the front of the cylinder to allow the door to open. This is a much faster and simpler method to gain access than through the use of a multipoint locking system. It also leaves no evidence of the break-in which can make it difficult to prove insurance claims.

Spring Cassette

This spring cassette is found within the base plate of the door handle. door handle replacement portsmouth repairmywindowsanddoors provides a sprung solution to bring the multipoint lock handles to their normal position after use. Previously a lot of handles didn't have a spring built into them, and without it they can droop or 'drop' once the locking mechanism has been disengaged. The addition of this simple element is one of the best methods to correct this, and is an excellent way to stop your doors made of upvc from getting stuck in the open or closed position, as they aren't always simple to close manually.

These spring cassettes have been specifically designed to be used with sprung multipoint locks They will not work with unsprung multipoint handles and 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 broken or missing cassettes in the backplate of the door handle for many brands of uPVC doors. They are supplied in a single unit. They come with a square cut out that accommodates an 8mm shaft.

These spring cassettes are a fantastic value for money way to fix the problem of your door handles sagging. These spring cassettes are simple to install and can extend the life of your uPVC door. For more information on our selection of uPVC accessories and spares, please feel free to get in contact with our team. We are always available to offer expert advice and to assist you.

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