Types of UPVC Door Handles
It is essential to select the appropriate replacement handle made of upvc for your home if your handles are in need of replacement. Locksmiths can supply and install high-security uPVC door handles that have additional security features.
The most important measurements are measurement A (known as PZ) and the length of the backplate (measurement F). Check these measurements to ensure your new uPVC handles will fit.
Lever/Lever
A lever is a solid bar that is pivotally positioned around a point (known as a Fulcrum). When you apply force to the end of the lever, it tends to rotate the fulcrum to the direction of the force 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 place where you apply the force determines how far the lever can move. This is called the mechanical advantage. The advantage in mechanical terms increases when the lever is extended. You can calculate the advantage of mechanical by dividing distance from the fulcrum point to the point at which you apply force by the distance between the fulcrum point and end of lever.
Levers can also have different effects based on how the forces are applied. A class 2 lever, for example has a tendency of turning in the opposite direction once the force of the effort is applied. The forces produced when you push on the handle of a front door can produce rotational effects that are similar to those.
However, levers don't create energy. Levers multiply the force by converting small amounts of effort applied over a longer distance into greater amounts of force applied over shorter distances. Levers are used to lift heavy objects and move huge amounts of cargo. This is also the reason behind the levers that are found in many everyday tools like crowbars and fishing rods, claws for hammers and even your legs when you sit on the hand brake of your car.
Lever/Pad
Lever pad handles are a type of door handle made from UPVC that have levers on both sides to 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 as a pair for the outer and inner door, with screws and spindles included. They are also available in hand and unhandled versions for different types of users.
They are typically used for new constructions and are used to replace the 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 offer some extra security when compared to standard lever door handles because the locking function can only be gained via the inside using a key unless the door is deadlocked.
They are not as safe as a cylinder lock but they are cost-effective ways to provide extra security to your home. The only drawback is that they do not offer the same level of protection as a cylinder lock, and therefore don't block access to the home if the door is left open.
The majority of lever pad door handles made of upvc that we have in stock are manufactured by the industry's leading manufacturers and therefore are constructed using high quality components. They are also generally supplied with a manufacturer's guarantee.
Typically, they will be designed to be compatible with a 92mm lock or the replacement version called a Paddock lock. They will feature an 82mm cylinder centre on the inside, and 62mm on the outside. They are also fitted with two spindle followers. Some are supplied with the backplate in place, while others are removable for different fixing centers.
Lever/Snib
Lever latches are by far the most simple kind of door handles. The lever is pushed downwards to open a latch inside the door, which can be locked using keys. Some lever privacy handles operate in the same way, but with a second snib, similar to the doorknob.
A snib button is extremely useful, particularly for homes where it's important to ensure privacy or security. You can use the snib handle to stop your partner from entering until they are prepared. This kind of handle can also be used for doors in the interior, like those in bedrooms where you want to restrict outside access.
In some instances the snib button can cause problems, especially in the case of older locks or doors that are distorted. If the snib is used accidentally, or by a person who isn't accustomed to it, the door can close and shut you out. You can usually get in by knocking the door frame or the letterbox. However, this is not ideal.
If your uPVC has an snib, we suggest replacing it with an electronic lock from the E-LOK 7 Series. These locks can be retrofitted on double turn pull handle kits and come with cover plates that hide existing holes, for a seamless install. The E-LOK app can be used to open doors using RFID cards or a mechanical keys. Passcodes are also offered for security and convenience. The system has been tested for 200,000 times to ensure its durability. The handles themselves are constructed using a solid metal structure and are BS EN 1670:2007 Grade 5 for resistance to corrosion.
Lever/Moveable Pad
This popular handle design is commonly used on front doors. It is advantageous because it has the benefit of preventing the door being opened without the key from outside if the lock has not been deadlocked. This is accomplished through a 'pad' shaped external handle that locks in the gap between the handles and the lock case to stop the latch from being withdrawn or the door from being opened.
This handle is designed to work with uPVC multipoint locks which use a split spindle mechanism. This type of operation requires the lever handle as well as the external pad handle to be mounted to the same lock case. This could be a straightforward replacement for the current uPVC handle, but it may also require a lock case change or a brand new set to handle furniture.
These aluminium lever/movable pad handles are suitable for uPVC doors and come with an easy to maintain slide bearing as well as spring cassettes, and fixing lugs supplied. These handles have an euro-profile cut out and can be fitted to many uPVC or timber doors.
The lever-movable pad is available in various finishes to suit a wide selection of multipoint locks. They are designed to work with split spindle multipoint locks which have a 92mm cylinder centre and require a special split spindle set as supplied by the lock manufacturer.
These Hoppe London lever moveable pad handle 77G/3831N/113 are made from cast aluminum with an anodized surface that is scratch and corrosion resistant. These handles can be used in combination with other Hoppe products, such as patio door handles. french door handles and window handles . They also have a security escutcheon.
Lever/Moveable Snib
The lever handle is among the most sought-after kinds of door handles made of upvc and comes in a variety of designs. It is comprised of two inline handles that can be moved and can be locked using either a key or thumbturn cylinder inside. Pad handles can be used as a substitute to lever/lever handles. It is made up of a fixed or moveable pad that can be used to operate locks. These Fullex handles are sprung lever pads that have a snib that can be turned on to secure the latch.
When choosing a replacement Upvc handle, it is important to consider the screw centres as well as the back plate's length, and the PZ measurement. This will ensure that the handle will work with your existing locking system. Our online measuring guide will assist you take these measurements to ensure that your new upvc handle will fit perfectly.
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