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Types of UPVC Door Handles
If your upvc door handle requires replacement, it is essential to find the right replacement for your home. A locksmith can supply and install high-security uPVC handles with extra security features.
The most important measurements you should take are the measurement A (also known as PZ) and the length of the backplate. Take these measurements to make sure the new uPVC handle will fit.
Lever/Lever
A lever is a solid bar that pivots around a central point (known as a fulcrum). When you apply force to the end of the bar, the fulcrum will move in the direction of the force is applied. This motion increases the applied force, allowing you to lift or move something that would require a greater amount of force if you were to apply it directly to the load.
The distance between the fulcrum and the point where you apply the force determines how far the lever is able to move. This is referred to as the mechanical advantage. The greater the length of the lever more, the greater the mechanical advantage. You can calculate the advantage of mechanical by dividing distance from fulcrum point to the point at which you are applying force by distance between the fulcrum point and end of the lever.
Levers can have different effects based on the method by which forces are applied. A lever of class 2, for example, has a tendency of turning in the opposite direction when an effort force is applied. If you push the handle of a door and force it to open, the forces will cause rotational effects similar to this.
However, levers don't create energy. Levers multiply the force by converting small amounts of effort applied over a long distance into larger amounts of force applied over smaller distances. This is what enables you to accomplish more in less time, and that is why levers are commonly used for lifting heavy objects or moving large amounts of cargo. This is also the principle behind levers found in many everyday tools such as crowbars, fishing rods hammer claws and even your own legs when you stand on the hand brake of your car.
Lever/Pad
Lever pad handles are a kind of upvc door handle that have levers on both sides that operate the multipoint lock. They come in a variety of designs and finishes, and are suitable for a variety of materials including UPVC, Aluminium & Timber doors. They are sold in pairs for the inner and outer door with spindles & screws included. They are available in unhanded and handed versions to suit different users.
These locks can be used to replace existing doors made of upvc. They are usually operated by lifting up the levers to throw all of the multipoint locks before turning the key to close and unlock. They provide a bit more security than traditional lever door handles because locking can only be performed by the inside using a key.
They are not as secure as a cylinder bolt but are a reasonable alternative to add security. The only disadvantage is that they don't provide the same level protection as a cylinder lock and therefore don't block access to the home if the door is left open.
We stock a large number of lever pad upvc handles made by top manufacturers in the industry. They are made from high-quality components. They also come with a manufacturers guarantee.
Typically, they are designed to work with a 92mm lock or the replacement version known as a Paddock lock. They will have an 82mm cylinder center on the inside, and 62mm outside. They are also fitted with two spindle followers. Some are supplied inserted in the back plate whilst others are removable to allow for different fixing centres.
Lever/Snib
Lever latches, the simplest of all door handles, are used. Pushing down on the lever triggers a simple latch mechanism inside the door to keep it closed, which can be locked using a key. Certain lever privacy handles work using the same principle but with the addition of the snib (like knobs for bi-fold doors handle).
A snib button is extremely useful, particularly in homes where it's essential to maintain privacy or security. You can use the snib handle to stop your guests from entering the home until they are ready. This kind handle can also be used on interior doors such as those in bedrooms, where you wish to restrict outside access.
In some instances there are instances where snib buttons could cause issues, especially if you have doors and locks that are bent. If the snib button was accidentally pressed or by someone who isn't familiar with it, the door could slam and lock you out. Usually, you can still be able to get in by knocking the door frame or letterbox, but this isn't ideal.
If your uPVC door is equipped with a snib-button it is recommended to replace the handle with an modern E-LOK 7-Series smart lock. These smart locks can be retrofitted onto double turn pull handle kits. They come with coverplates that conceal holes that are already present for an easy installation. The E-LOK utilizes a smart app that allows you to unlock the door using mechanical keys or RFID cards and can be configured with passcodes for secure entry and convenience. The system has been tested to 200k cycles to ensure durability. The handles themselves are constructed with a solid-metal construction and are BS EN 1670:2007 Grade 5 for resistance to corrosion.
Lever/Moveable Pad
This popular handle style is typically used for front doors. It has the advantage of preventing the door from being opened without an outside key when the lock hasn't been deadlocked. This is accomplished through the 'pad'-shaped external handle that locks in the gap between the handles and lock case to stop the latch from being withdrawn or the door being opened.
This type of handle is designed to fit uPVC doors that are fitted with multipoint locks that operate with split spindle technology. This type of operation requires that the lever handle and the external pad handle be attached to the same lock case. This can be a simple replacement of the existing uPVC handle, but it could also require a lock case change or a brand new set to handle furniture.
These aluminium lever/movable pads door handles are suitable for use on uPVC and come with a maintenance-free slide bearing. They also come with fixing lugs spring cassettes, and an unstick slide bearing. These handles have a cut-out for a euro-profile, and can be mounted on various uPVC or wood doors.
Lever moveable pads are offered in a variety of finishes to suit many different multipoint locks. They are specifically designed to be used with split spindle locks that have the 92mm cylinder as their centre and require a separate set of split spindles supplied by the lock maker.
These Hoppe London lever moveable pad handle 77G/3831N/113 are constructed of cast aluminum with an anodized finish that is scratch and corrosion resistant. These handles can be used conjunction with many other Hoppe products, including patio door handle replacement door handles. french door handles for internal bifold doors, and window handles. They also have an escutcheon for security.
Lever/Moveable Snib
The lever handle is among the most sought-after kinds of door handles made from upvc and comes in a range of styles. It is comprised of two handles that can be moved and locked using a thumbturn cylinder or the use of a key. Pad handles can be used as a substitute to lever/lever handles. It is comprised of one that is fixed or moveable which can be used to operate the lock. These Fullex handles have a sprung lever pad and a snib which can be turned on to hold the latch.
Choosing the right replacement door handles made of upvc requires careful consideration of the PZ measurement, the screw centres and the back plate length to ensure that the new handle will be a good fit and function properly with the existing locking window handles system on your doors. You can use our online measurement guide to assist you in taking these measurements, so that you can be confident your new upvc handles will be an ideal fit.
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