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UPVC Replacement Door Handles

The handles on your doors wear out over time and need to be replaced. It is important to match the dimensions of the old handles when replacing them.

The three measurements to check are the top screw's position, lever and key hole dimensions. Check the size guide for assistance with this.

Inline Lever/Lever

A lever handle is a modern door handle designed to suit new or replacement doors. This kind of handle is available in a variety 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 door handles are constructed of durable materials and are ideal for doors with multi-point locks that require a strong design. The handles are inline and use the same screws and spindle to fix them. They can be easily mounted on new or existing uPVC/Composite door.

The handle can be adjusted and angled to fit any user. The handle has been tested to 200,000 cycles, this allows for the assurance of the quality of the finish and performance of the handle over time. The sprung lever can also be shortened to fit the widest range of locks. This is useful for bi-fold doors handle with narrower openings where the cylinder is situated further away from the door. A shortened lever is also a good choice for doors that have latches that can be activated by the thumb turn on the inside.

Lever Pad

The lever pad upvc handle is distinct from the lever handles that are commonly found on doors. These handle types can either operate from a single spindle (inline) or independently from both sides using two inline or offset spindles (pad). They are typically utilized on UPVC doors with double glazed windows handles glazing and come in a range of finishes & variations.

The handles have been tested to a minimum of 200,000 cycles and are available in a variety of finishes including White Silver, Chrome, & Gold. The finish meets BS EN 1670:2007 Grade 5 and is also resistant to corrosion, giving the handle a high level of durability and performance for the intended use.

All UPVC handle lever pads include a spindle and screws, and can be fitted on the uPVC door. The backplate fixation centres of 211mm allow for a bigger handle, which is usually a benefit when replacing an old or faulty multi-point sliding door handles lock mechanism. These levers for handles are also sprung, solving the problem of handles hanging out of their horizontal position when they are not in use.

When choosing the replacement UPVC handle and spindle, it is crucial to match the dimensions of the PZ on the multipoint lock as well as the uPVC door. This measurement is also called the "handle centre" or "cylinder centres and is an essential aspect to match the appropriate handles.

Once you have the proper PZ size, you'll need to ensure that the handle lever pads and push pads are in a appropriate shape to accommodate the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) approved handles you need for your doors. 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 spring-loaded. This means that they return to a horizontal position after they are not in use instead of hanging, and possibly being stuck in the frame. This stops draughts and cold air from entering a home. It is also the case that the majority of the UPVC handle lever pad style handles are swivel that allows you to put them on either side of the victorian door handle.

Euro Cylinder

Cylinder locks are commonly used on uPVC doors, but can also be used on other types of door. They work by using a key to unlock a cylinder case which is then revealed with pins that can be aligned to those in the lock body, permitting them to turn the cam, thereby opening the door. Euro cylinders can be fitted with up to six pins with internal and external doors usually needing different levels of security.

The selection of a cylinder is essential. It is based on the amount of use your doors and handles receive. For instance, doors that are external must be secured with a more secure cylinder while doors inside can be secured using the standard cylinder. In addition, some cylinders are available with extra features that increase security, for instance anti-drill or anti-bump features.

A euro cylinder must be measured correctly to ensure it's the right size for your door. The cylinder should be measured from the hole in the center of the fixing screw to the end of the cylinder, including the thumb turn if you have one. It is recommended to do this with the lock in place however when this isn't possible, you may remove it to measure. It is crucial to not have a cylindrical lock that extends beyond the handle or escutcheon. This can make it susceptible to lock snapping attacks.

The design of most newer cylinders has anti-drilling and bump resistance features. These are designed to reduce the chances of an attack by causing the cylinder to rotate in the opposite direction. This will help to deflect attacks and protect your door.

Certain cylinders are made to resist snapping. This is an increasingly common method of attack on cylinders, which is where the break line of the lock is smashed by a tool that is specially designed to snap off the front of the cylinder to allow the door to be opened. This is a quicker and simpler method to gain access than the use of a multipoint window locking handles system. It also leaves less evidence of the burglary which can hinder insurance claims.

Spring Cassette

This spring cassette is found inside the base plate of the door handle. It provides a sprung solution to return your multipoint lock handles to their normal position after using. In the past, a lot of handles of this kind did not have a spring integrated into them, and without it they are more likely to slide or drop when the locking mechanism is disengaged. This component is the best way to solve this issue. It also stops your door from becoming stuck in either the closed or open position as they aren't easy to close manually.

These spring cassettes are specially designed to be used 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 check the image for a technical diagram). These cassettes are a solution to broken or missing cassettes that are in the backplate of uPVC door handles. They are sold as a single unit. They feature a square cut out that can accommodate an 8mm shaft.

These spring cassettes are a great cost-effective solution to the issue of door handles that are that are sagging. They are simple to install and will increase the lifespan of your uPVC doors. For more information about our range of uPVC spares and accessories please feel free to get in contact with our team. We are here to help and happy to give you expert advice.