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Types of UPVC Door Handles

It's important to choose the correct replacement handle made of upvc for your home when your upvc handles need replacing. A locksmith can supply and fit high-security uPVC handles with added security features.

The most important measurements are measurement A (known as PZ) and the length of the backplate (measurement F). Check these measurements to make sure that your new uPVC handles will fit.

Lever/Lever

A lever is a rod that pivots around an object. When you apply force to the end, the fulcrum will turn in the direction the force is applied. This rotates the force and lets you lift or move objects that would otherwise require more force to lift.

The distance between the fulcrum of the lever and the point at which you apply force determines the maximum amount of movement. This is referred to as the mechanical advantage. The greater the length of the lever more, the greater the mechanical benefit. You can calculate the mechanical advantage by dividing the distance from the fulcrum to the point where you are applying the force by the distance between the fulcrum and where you will end the lever.

Levers also have various effects depending on how the forces are applied. For instance the class 2 lever is inclined to turn in the opposite direction to when the effort force is applied (like a T-totter). The forces produced by pushing on the handle of a front door can create rotational effects similar to these.

However, levers don't create energy. They just multiply the force you apply by changing a small amount of effort across a large distance into a greater amount of force applied over a smaller distance. This is what enables you to complete more work in a shorter period of time, and it is the reason why levers are frequently used for lifting heavy objects or moving large amounts of cargo. This is also the basis behind the levers you find in a variety of everyday tools, such as crowbars, fishing rods, claws for hammers, and even your own legs when you stand on the hand brake of your vehicle.

Lever/Pad

Lever pad handles, also referred to as upvc door handles, have levers on each side to operate the multipoint locks. They are available in various finishes and designs and can be used on a variety of materials, including UPVC doors, Aluminium doors & Timber Doors. They are sold in pairs for the doors, both exterior and interior with screws and spindles included. They are available both unhanded and handed versions to accommodate different types of users.

These can be used to replace an existing upvc door. The levers are raised to open all the multipoint locks and the key is turned to close or unlock the door. They provide additional security in comparison to standard lever door handles because the locking function can only be gained by entering the door with an open key, in the event that the door is locked.

They are not as safe as a cylinder lock, but they are an affordable way to provide extra security to your home. The only downside is that they do not provide the same level protection as a cylinder lock, and therefore don't block access to your home if the door is left open.

The majority of the lever pad upvc door handles that we have in stock are manufactured by the top manufacturers in the industry and are made from high quality components. They are also typically supplied with a manufacturer's guarantee.

They usually are designed to work with the 92mm lock or a replacement version called a Paddock Lock. They will feature a 92mm cylinder center on the inside and 62mm on the outside. They will also be fitted with 2 spindle followers. Some come with a backplate inserted, while others are movable to accommodate different fixing centers.

Lever/Snib

Lever latches are by far the most simple type of door handles. Pushing down on the lever operates a simple latch mechanism inside to keep the door closed. It can also be locked using keys. Some lever privacy handles work on the same principle however with an additional snib, which is similar to the doorknob.


A snib button can be very beneficial, especially for homes where it's crucial to ensure privacy or security. You can use the snib handle to block your guests from entering the home until they are prepared. This type handle can also be used on doors inside, such as those in bedrooms where you wish to restrict outside access.

Snib buttons can cause issues in certain situations, particularly when you have old locks and warped doors. If the snib button was accidentally pressed, or by someone who is not familiar with it, the door could slam and lock you out. In most cases, you can get in by knocking on the door's frame or letterbox, but this isn't ideal.

If your uPVC has a snib we recommend replacing it with an electronic lock from the E-LOK 7 Series. These smart locks can be retrofitted onto double turn pull handle kits. They are available with coverplates that hide the holes in the existing ones to make it an easy installation. The E-LOK uses a smart app to allow you to open the door using mechanical keys or RFID cards and can be set up with passcodes for safe entry and convenience. The system has been tested for 200,000 times to ensure long-lasting durability. The handles themselves are constructed using a solid metal structure and are BS EN 1670:2007 Grade 5 for corrosion resistance.

Lever/Moveable Pad

This is a popular handle design for front doors that has the advantage of preventing the door from opening by the outside without a key if the lock is not deadlocked. This is accomplished through an external 'pad' handle that locks in the gap between the handles and the lock case to stop the latch from being pulled back or the door from being opened.

This type of handle is designed for uPVC doors that are fitted with multipoint locks that operate using split spindle technology. This type of operation requires the internal lever handle as well as the external pad handle to be mounted on the same lock case. This could be a straightforward modification to the existing uPVC handles, but it could also require changing the lock case or a brand new set of handle furniture to allow this additional functionality.

These aluminum lever/movable pads door handles are able to be used on uPVC and feature an easy-to-maintain slide bearing. They also come with fixing lugs, spring cassettes, and an unstick slide bearing. These handles have an euro-profile cut out and can be mounted on a variety of uPVC or timber doors.

The lever moveable pad is available in a variety of designs to fit a broad variety of multipoint locks. They are designed to work with split spindle multipoint locks with an 92mm cylinder center and require a separate split spindle set that is supplied by the lock maker.

These Hoppe London lever moveable pad handle 77G/3831N/113 are made from cast aluminum with an anodized finish that is scratch and corrosion resistant. They can be used in conjunction with a wide variety of other Hoppe products, including handles for french door handles and window handles . They come with a security escutcheon.

Lever/Moveable Snib

The lever/lever handle is one of the most popular kinds of door handles made of upvc and comes in a variety of styles. It is made up of two handles that can be moved and locked by a thumbturn cylinder, or keys. A pad handle can be used as a substitute to lever/lever handles. It consists of either an adjustable or fixed pad that can be used to operate locks. These Fullex handles feature a spring lever pad and a snib that can be activated to hold the latch.

When selecting the best replacement upvc handle, you need to think about 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. Our online measuring guide will help you to measure these parameters to ensure that your new upvc door handle will fit perfectly.

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