10 Quick Tips About Upvc Replacement Door Handles
UPVC Replacement Door Handles
The handles on your doors are worn out with time and require to be replaced. It is crucial to keep the same dimensions as the old handles when replacing them.
The top screw position the lever, and the keyhole sizes are the three measurements that you need to check. Use the size guide to assist you.
Inline Lever/Lever
A lever handle or lever is a modern-day door handle that is designed to fit new or replacement doors. This kind 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 Handle
The uPVC/Composite handles are made from robust materials, and are perfect for multi-point lock doors that require a robust design. upvc replacement door handles are inline and work with the same spindle as well as screw fixings. They can be easily incorporated into existing or new uPVC/Composite doors.
The handle can be placed and angled to suit all users. The handle has been endurance tested to 200,000 cycles. This helps to ensure the quality of the finish and performance of the handle over time. The sprung lever is adjustable to accommodate a wide range of locks. This is especially useful for doors with narrower frames, where the cylinder is located further back. A shortened lever is also an ideal choice for doors where the latch could be activated by the thumb turn on the inside.
Lever Pad
A Lever Pad upvc door handle operates differently from lever-type handles on doors. These handles can operate from a single spindle (inline) or independently from both sides using two offset spindles or inline (pad). They are generally used on UPVC double glazed doors and come in a variety of styles and styles.
The handles have been tested to a minimum of 200,000 cycles and are available in various finishes like White, Silver, Chrome & 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 styles for handles are supplied with a spindle and screws that allow them to be installed on any new or existing uPVC door. The backplate fixing centres of 211mm allow for a larger handle, which is often a benefit in replacing a defective or worn multi-point door lock mechanism. The handle levers are sprung, solving the problem of handles that slide out of the horizontal position when they are not being used.
It is crucial to ensure that the PZ dimensions for both the multipoint lock as well as the uPVC doors when selecting a replacement UPVC spindle and handle. This measurement is also called the handle centre or 'cylinder centres' and is a critical aspect to match the correct handles.
Once you have the correct PZ size, you'll be required to make sure that the lever pads and push pads are a appropriate shape to accommodate the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant handles that you need for your doors. They are typically round or square with an internal lever and an external push pad.
The majority of UPVC lever pads that we sell are sprung, meaning that they will return to their horizontal position after not being used, instead of hanging out and potentially sticking in the frame. This stops draughts from entering the building. The majority of UPVC lever pad handles come in both left and right handed models which allows them to be installed on either side of the doors.
Euro Cylinder
Cylinder locks are commonly 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's casing. This exposes pins that can be aligned to those in the lock, allowing them to rotate the camera that rotates, opening the door. Euro Cylinders can be fitted with up to six pins with internal and external doors generally needing different levels of security.
The choice of cylinder you choose is crucial. It depends on the type of use your doors and handles receive. Doors that are external, for instance are required to be fitted with cylinders that are more secure and internal doors can be secured with the standard cylinder. Some cylinders have extra features that can improve security, such as anti drill or anti bump properties.
To ensure that the euro cylinder is of the right size for your door, it should be measured correctly. The cylinder should be measured from the hole in the center of the fixing screw to the other end of the cylinder including the thumb turn if you have one. It is recommended to do this while the lock is in place however if this is not possible, you may remove it to measure. It is essential to avoid having a cylindrical lock that extends beyond the handle or escutcheon. This could make it vulnerable to snapping lock attacks.
Most modern cylinders are designed with bump and anti-drill features included in their design. They are designed to decrease attack chances by forcing the cylinders to rotate in a new direction. This can help stop the attack and protect your doors.
Some cylinders are designed to withstand snapping. This is a common attack on cylinders. A special tool is used to break the break line of the lock, and then the front of the cylinder is snapped off. This is a lot faster and easier to achieve than gaining access through a multipoint lock and leaves little evidence of a burglary, which can hinder the insurance claim.
Spring Cassette
This spring cassette is located in the base plate of your door handle. It offers a spring-loaded solution to return your multipoint lock handles back to their original position after use. These handles used to have no spring and would drop when the locking mechanism was disengaged. This simple part is the best solution to address this issue. It also prevents your door from becoming stuck in either the open or closed position, as they aren't easy to close manually.
These spring cassettes have been specifically made for use with multipoint locks that are sprung but they won't work with multipoint handles that are not sprung and you must have a bespoke hole cut into the backplate to allow them to fit (please look at the image for a technical diagram). They are a replacement for broken or missing cassettes within the backplates of door handles of numerous 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 handles on your doors that are sagging. They are simple to install and will increase the lifespan of your uPVC door. Please contact our team for more information about our range of uPVC accessories and spares. We are always available to offer expert advice and support you.