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Types of UPVC Door Handles

It is crucial to select the correct replacement Upvc handle for your home when your handles are in need of replacement. Locksmiths can provide and fit high-security uPVC handles with extra security features.

The most important measurements to take are the measurement A (also known as PZ) along with the length of the backplate. Check these measurements to ensure your new uPVC handles will fit.

Lever/Lever

A lever is a solid bar pivoted around a point (known as a the fulcrum). When you apply force towards the end, the fulcrum will tend to move in the direction of the force is applied. This rotates the fulcrum, increasing the force applied and allows you to lift or move something that would require more force if you attempted 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 can move. This is called the mechanical advantage. The mechanical advantage increases when the lever is extended. You can calculate mechanical advantage by dividing distance from the fulcrum point to the point at which you are applying force by the distance between the fulcrum point and end of lever.

Levers can produce different effects depending on the way forces are applied. A lever in class 2, for example, has a tendency of turning in the opposite direction when an effort force is applied. If you push the door handle the force will create similar rotational effects to this.

However, levers don't create energy. Levers multiply the force by changing small amounts of effort applied over a long distance into greater amounts of force applied over smaller distances. Levers are used to lift heavy objects and transport large amounts of cargo. This is also the basis behind levers found in many everyday tools such as crowbars and fishing rods, hammer claws and even your legs when you sit on the hand brake of your vehicle.

Lever/Pad

Lever pad handles, also known as upvc door handles have levers on each side to operate the multipoint locks. They are available in a variety of finishes & variations and can be used on a wide range of materials such as UPVC doors, Aluminium doors & Timber Doors. They are sold in pairs for the inner and exterior door with screws and spindles included. They are also available in hand and unhandled versions to suit different types of users.





These locks can be used to replace existing doors made of upvc. They are usually operated by lifting up the levers to throw out all of the multipoint locks before turning the key to close or unlock. They offer a little more security than standard lever door handles, as the locking is only done from the inside using keys.

They're not as secure as a cylinder bolt however they are a cost-effective alternative to add security. The only disadvantage is that they don't have the same level of security like a cylinder bolt and therefore don't stop external access in the event that the door has been left open.

upvc replacement door handles stock a large number of lever pad upvc handles produced by the top manufacturers in the market. They will therefore be made with high quality components. They are also typically supplied with a manufacturer's warranty.

They usually are designed to work with the 92mm lock or a replacement version called a Paddock Lock. They will feature a cylinder with 82mm diameter on the inside, and 62mm outside. They also come with two spindle followers. Some come with the backplate inserted, while others are removable for different fixing centers.

Lever/Snib

Lever latches, the simplest of door handles are commonly used. By pressing down on the lever, it operates a simple latch mechanism inside to keep the door closed, which can be locked using the use of a key. Certain lever privacy handles work in the same way, but with the addition of an lock snib (like the doorknob).

A snib can be very useful tool, particularly in homes where security and privacy are essential. If your partner is arriving home late from work, you can use the snib so that they aren't allowed in until they're ready to move in. This type of handle is also popular for interior doors like bedrooms, where you may want to restrict access from outside.

In certain situations there are instances where snib buttons could cause problems, particularly when you have older locks and doors that are bent. If the snib button is used in a mistake or by someone who isn't accustomed to it, the door may close and lock you out. It is possible to gain entry by knocking on the door frame or letterbox. But this isn't the best option.

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 to double turn pull handle kits. They come with coverplates that conceal the holes in the existing ones for an easy installation. The E-LOK application can be used to unlock doors with RFID cards or mechanical key. Passcodes are also offered for security and convenience. The system is tested to 200k cycles to ensure durability. The handles themselves are made with a solid metal construction and are BS EN 1670:2007 Grade 5 for corrosion resistance.

Lever/Moveable Pad

This is a well-known handle style for front doors. It has the advantage of preventing the door from being opened from the outside without a key, if the lock is not deadlocked. This is achieved with a 'pad-shaped' external handle that locks into the gap between the handle and lock case.

This handle is designed to be used with uPVC multipoint locks that employ a split spindle mechanism. This kind of operation requires that the internal lever handle and the external pad handle both be fitted to the same lock case. This can be a simple modification to the existing uPVC handles, but it might also require changing the lock case or even a new set of handles to accommodate this additional functionality.

These levers/movable pad door handles are suitable for uPVC doors. They feature an easy to maintain slide bearing as well as spring cassettes, and fixing lugs provided. The handles have an euro-profile cut out and can be mounted on many uPVC or timber doors.

Lever-movable pads are available in a variety of finishes and fit many different multipoint locks. They are designed for use with split spindle locks which have the 92mm cylinder as their centre and require a special set of split spindles supplied by the lock maker.

These Hoppe London 77G/3831N/113 lever moveable pad handles are manufactured from cast aluminum with an anodised finish which is resistant to corrosion and high scratch resistance. They can be used in conjunction with many other Hoppe products like handles for french door handles and window handles. They are also fitted with a security escutcheon.

Lever/Moveable Snib

The lever handles are one of the most commonly used kinds of doors handles made of upvc. They are available in a variety of styles. It consists of two inline handles that can be moved and can be locked using either a key or thumbturn cylinder that is inside. Pad handles can be used as an alternative to lever or lever handles. It is comprised of one that is fixed or moveable that can be used to operate a lock. These Fullex handles feature a spring lever pad as well as a snib, which can be activated in order to ensure the latch is held.

Choosing the right replacement upvc door handles requires careful analysis of the PZ measurement, the screw centres, and back plate length to ensure that the new handle will be a good fit and work correctly with the locking system already installed on your doors. You can use our online measurement guide to help you take these measurements, so you're certain that the new handles will be an ideal fit.

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