UPVC Replacement Door Handles Over time the handles on your doors will get worn out and require replacement It is essential to keep the same dimensions as the handles you have previously replaced when replacing them The three measurements you need to examine are the top screw's location the lever and key hole dimensions Refer to the size guide for help with this Inline Lever/Lever A lever handle or lever is a modern door handle that is designed to fit new or replacement doors This style of handle is available in many styles and finishes This handle is offered by several manufacturers, 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 strong design The handles are inline and they utilize the same spindle and screws to fix them They can be easily mounted on a new or existing uPVC/Composite door The design of the sprung lever allows the handle to be positioned and angled to provide a comfortable grip and is suitable for all users The handle has been tested for endurance up to 200,000 cycles, which helps to ensure the quality of the finish and the performance of the handle over time The lever that springs is adjustable to fit a wide range of locks This is especially useful for narrower door frames where the cylinder is located further back A lever that is shorter is an excellent option for doors where the latch could be activated by the thumb turn on the inside Lever Pad The lever pad upvc handle is distinct from the lever handles that are used on the majority of doors These handles can use a single spindle inline or independently from each side by using two offset or inline spindles pad They are typically utilized on UPVC doors with double glazing They come in a range of finishes and variations The handles have been tested to the minimum of 200k cycles and are available in various finishes including White, Silver, Chrome amp; Gold The finish is BS EN 1670 Grade 5 and is resistant to rust This provides the handle with a high performance and long-lasting durability for its 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 often a benefit when replacing an old or damaged multi-point door lock mechanism The handle levers come with springs, which eliminate the problem of door handles that move out of the horizontal position when they are not being used When choosing a replacement UPVC handle and spindle it is important to match the dimensions of the PZ of the multipoint lock as well as the uPVC door This measurement may also be referred to as 'handle centres or cylinder centres' It is important for matching the correct handles After you have determined the proper PZ size and the correct PZ size, you must make sure that the push and lever pads are designed to match the American with Disabilities Act compliant handles you require for your door These are usually round or square, with an internal lever, and an external push pad The majority of the UPVC Lever Pads we sell are sprung This means they return to a horizontal state when not being used instead of hanging and possibly being stuck in the frame This helps prevent the draughts and cold air from entering a home The majority of UPVC lever pad style handles come in both left and right handed versions that allow them to be placed on either side of doors Euro Cylinder Cylinder locks are found on uPVC and other kinds of doors They operate with a key to unlock a cylinder that will reveal pins that can be aligned with the pins in the lock body, permitting them to turn an revolving cam, opening the door Euro cylinders can be fitted with up to six pins Doors that are internal and external require different levels of security The choice of cylinder is essential It is based on the type of use your doors and handles receive For instance, doors that are external require a more secure cylinder while internal doors can be secured using an ordinary cylinder In addition, some cylinders are available with extra features that can improve security even more, like anti-drill and anti-bump characteristics To ensure that the euro cylinder is the right size for your door, it should be measured accurately 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 best to do this with the lock in place however if this is not possible, you may remove it to take measurements A cylinder that is protruding beyond the handle and escutcheon may be vulnerable to attacks such as snapping locks, therefore it is essential that it's not too long The majority of modern cylinders have been constructed with bump and anti-drill features that are built into their design They are designed to decrease the chance of a attack by forcing the cylinder to rotate in an opposite direction This will help to deflect attacks and ensure your door is secure Certain cylinders are made to withstand snapping This is a typical attack on cylinders A special tool is used to break the break line of the lock and the front of the cylinder is snapped off This is a faster and more convenient method of gaining access than the use of a multipoint locking system It also leaves no evidence of the break-in which could delay insurance claims Spring Cassette The spring cassette is situated in the base plate of your door handle It offers a spring-loaded solution to help return your multipoint lock handles to their original position after using The handles had no spring and would drop when the locking mechanism was disconnected The addition of this simple element is one of the best methods to correct this and it is also a great way to prevent your upvc doors from getting stuck in either closed or open position, as these aren't always easy to close manually These spring cassettes are specifically designed for use with multipoint locks sprung They will not work with multipoint handles that are not sprung and you must have a bespoke hole cut into your backplate in order for them to fit please see image for technical diagram They are a replacement for broken or missing cassettes within the backplate of the door handle for many kinds of uPVC doors They are supplied in one unit https//wwwrepairmywindowsanddoorscouk/aldershot-windowrepair/ feature a square cut out that can accommodate an 8mm shaft These spring cassettes are a fantastic value for money solution to the issue of door handles that are sliding These spring cassettes are easy to install and will extend the lifespan of your uPVC door Please contact our team for more information on our wide range of uPVC accessories and spares We are available to assist you and give you expert advice