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Types of UPVC Door Handles If your door handle made of uPVC requires replacement, it is essential to find the right replacement for your home. Locksmiths can supply and install high-security uPVC door handles that come with additional security features. The most important measurements are measurement A (known as PZ) and the length of the backplate (measurement F). Make sure to check these measurements to ensure your new uPVC handle will fit. Lever/Lever A lever is a rigid rod that pivots around a point. When you apply a force at the end of the lever, it is likely to cause it to turn the fulcrum to the direction of the force. This motion increases the force and lets you lift or move objects that normally require more force to lift. The distance between the fulcrum of the lever and the point where you apply force determines the maximum movement. This is known as the mechanical advantage. The advantage in mechanical terms increases when the lever is extended. You can calculate the mechanical advantage by dividing the distance from the fulcrum until the point at which you're applying the force by the distance between the fulcrum and the point at which you are applying the force. the lever. Levers can have different effects depending on the way forces are applied. A lever in class 2 for instance, has a tendency of rotating in the opposite direction when the effort force is applied. The forces produced when you push on the handle of a front door will create rotational effects similar to these. However, levers don't create energy. upvc replacement door handles multiply the force by making small amounts of effort applied over a long distance into larger amounts of force applied over shorter distances. Levers are used to lift heavy objects and transport huge amounts of cargo. The principle of the lever is also used in everyday tools like crowbars. Hammer claws, fishing rods and your own legs, as you stand on the hand brake of your car. Lever/Pad Lever pad handles, also referred to as upvc door handles, feature levers on both sides to operate the multipoint locks. They are available in a variety of finishes & designs and can be used on a variety of materials that include UPVC doors, Aluminium doors & Timber Doors. They are sold in pairs for both the doors, both exterior and interior with screws and spindles included. They are also available in hand and unhanded versions for different types of users. They are commonly used in new builds and can be fitted to replace existing upvc doors. The levers are raised to open all the multipoint locks, and the key is turned to close or unlock the door. They provide a bit more security than the standard lever handles for doors, as the locking can only be done from the inside using the key. They're not as secure as a cylinder lock, but they're cost-effective ways to add extra security to your home. The only disadvantage is that they don't offer the same level of protection like a cylinder lock and so don't prevent external access to your home if the door is left open. The majority of the lever pad upvc door handles we stock are made by the industry's leading manufacturers and therefore will be manufactured with good quality components. They are also generally supplied with a manufacturers guarantee. Typically, these will be designed to work with a 92mm lock or the replacement version known as a Paddock lock. They will feature a 92mm cylinder center on the inside and 62mm on the outside and be equipped with two spindle followers. Some come with the backplate, and others are movable to accommodate different fixing centers. Lever/Snib Lever latches, the simplest of all door handles, are utilized. Pushing down on the lever triggers a simple latch mechanism inside to keep the door shut, and can be locked with a key. Certain lever privacy handles work in the same way but with the addition of an snib (like a doorknob). A snib button is very useful, especially for homes where it's important to maintain privacy or security. If your partner is arriving at home late from work, you can utilize the snib so that they can't get in until they're ready in. This type handle is also used for interior doors like bedrooms, where you may need to restrict access from outside. Snib buttons may cause problems in certain situations, particularly when you have locks that are old and doors that are warped. If the snib switch is accidentally pressed, or by a person who isn't familiar with it, the door could slam and lock you out. Usually, you can still gain entry by knocking on the door frame or letterbox, however this isn't the best option. If your uPVC has a snib, we recommend replacing it with a smart lock from the E-LOK 7 Series. These smart locks can be retrofitted to double-turn pull handle kits. They come with coverplates that hide the holes in the existing ones to make it an easy installation. The E-LOK utilizes a smart app to allow you to open the door using RFID cards or mechanical keys, and can be configured with passcodes to ensure security and convenience. The system has been tested for 200,000 cycles in order to ensure durability. The handles are made of solid metal and comply with BS EN 1670 Grade 5 for resistance to corrosion. Lever/Moveable Pad This popular style of handle is typically used for front doors. It offers the benefit of preventing the door being opened without an outside key in the event that the lock has not been deadlocked. This is achieved with a 'pad-shaped' external handle that locks into the gap between the handle and lock case. This type of handle is designed to fit uPVC doors with multipoint locks that operate with split spindle operations. This kind of operation requires the lever handle and the external pad handle to be fitted on the same lock case. This can be a simple change from the current uPVC handles, but it could also involve changing the lock case or a brand new set of handles to accommodate this additional functionality. These aluminum lever/movable pads door handles are designed for use on uPVC and come with an easy-to-maintain slide bearing. They also come with fixing lugs, spring cassettes, and an unstick slide bearing. These handles feature a euro-profile cut out, and can be fitted to a variety of uPVC or timber doors. The lever moveable pad is available in many designs to fit a broad variety of multipoint locks. They are designed to work with split spindle locks that have a centre cylinder of 92mm 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-resistant and resistant to corrosion. They are compatible with many other Hoppe products like patio door handles, french door handles, and window handles and come complete with a security escutcheon. Lever/Moveable Snib The lever/lever handles are among the most common types of upvc doors handles. They come in many designs. It is comprised of two inline handles that can be moved and can be locked using either a key or thumbturn cylinder on the inside. Pad handles can be used as a substitute to lever handles. It is made up of a fixed or moveable pad which can be used to operate a lock. These Fullex handles are sprung lever pads with snibs that can be activated to hold the latch back. When selecting the best replacement upvc handle, you need to think about the screw centres and the back plate length and the PZ measurement. This will ensure that the handle works with your current locking system. Our online measuring guide will assist you take these measurements to ensure that the new upvc handle will fit perfectly. We offer free delivery on all orders, or you can pick up your order in our store for free. Orders placed by 11am are ready to be collected the same day.