This Is The Upvc Door Handles Case Study You'll Never Forget Types of UPVC Door Handles

If your upvc door handle is in need of replacement, it's important to choose the correct replacement for your home. A locksmith can provide and install high-security uPVC door handles that have additional security features.

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

Lever/Lever

A lever is a rigid bar pivoted around a point (known as a fulcrum). When you apply a force at the end of the lever it tends to rotate the fulcrum in the direction of the force applied. This rotation multiplies your force and lets you lift or move things that would normally require more force to lift.

The distance between the fulcrum to the point where you apply the force determines the distance the lever can move. This is known as the mechanical advantage. The advantage of mechanical force increases as the lever gets extended. You can calculate the mechanical advantage by dividing distance from the fulcrum point to the point you are applying force by distance between fulcrum point and the end of the lever.

Levers can produce different effects based on how the force is applied. A class 2 lever for instance, has a tendency of turning in the opposite direction once the force applied to it. If you push the door's handle and force it to open, the forces will cause rotational effects similar to this.

However, levers don't create energy. They simply multiply the force you exert by making a small amount effort across a large distance into a greater amount of force that is applied over a smaller distance. This allows you to accomplish more in a shorter amount of time, and it is why levers are often employed to lift heavy objects or moving large amounts of cargo. The lever principle is utilized in everyday tools like crowbars. Hammer claws fishing rods, hammer claws and even your own legs, when you are standing on the hand brake of your car.

Lever/Pad

Lever pad handles, also known as upvc door handles have levers on each side to operate the multipoint locks. They come in a variety of designs and finishes, and can be used with a variety of materials like UPVC, Aluminium & Timber doors. They are sold in pairs for the inner and outer door with spindles & screws included. They are also available in both handed and unhandled versions to suit different users.

These can be used to replace an existing upvc door. They are usually operated by lifting the levers to throw all of the multipoint locks and turning the key to close or unlock. They offer some extra security in comparison to standard lever door handles since the locking mechanism is only accessible by entering the door with keys unless the door is deadlocked.

They're not as secure as a cylinder bolt however they are an affordable alternative to add security. The only disadvantage is that they do not provide the same level of security like a cylinder lock and they don't restrict access to the home when the door is left open.

We stock a variety of lever pad upvc handles produced by the top manufacturers in the field. They will therefore be made with high quality components. They are also generally supplied with a manufacturers guarantee.

Typically, these will be designed to be compatible with a 92mm lock or the replacement version of this known as a Paddock lock. They will feature an 82mm cylinder centre on the inside and 62mm outside. They also come with two spindle followers. Some are fitted with the back plate while others are removable to allow for different fixing centres.

Lever/Snib

Lever latches are the most basic kind of door handles. The lever is pulled down to activate a simple latch inside the door, which can be locked with a key. Some lever privacy handles operate in the same way however, with the addition of a Snib (like a doorknob).

A snib is a very useful tool, particularly in homes where security and privacy are essential. If your partner is arriving at home late from work, you can apply the snib to ensure they won't be able to enter until they're ready to come in. This type of handle is also popular in doors that are inside like bedrooms, where you may want to restrict access from outside.


Snib buttons may cause problems in certain situations, particularly when you have locks that are old and warped doors. If the snib is used in error or by a person who isn't quite used to it, the door can close and shut you out. In most cases, you can gain entry by knocking on the door's frame or the letterbox, but this isn't a good idea.

If your uPVC has a snib we recommend replacing it with an electronic lock from the E-LOK 7 Series. They can be retrofitted to pull handle kits that double turn and come with cover plates that hide the holes that are already present, allowing to make it a seamless installation. The E-LOK makes use of a smart application that allows you to unlock the door using RFID cards or mechanical keys, and is able to be set up with passcodes for secure entry and convenience. The system has been tested for 200,000 times 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 is a popular handle design for front doors. It has the benefit of preventing the door from opening from the outside without keys if the lock is not deadlocked. This is achieved by using the 'pad-shaped' handle that locks into the gap between the handle and the lock case.

This type of handle is designed for uPVC doors with multipoint locks that operate with a split spindle operation. This type of operation requires the lever handle and the external pad handle to be fitted within the same lock case. This could be a straightforward replacement for the current uPVC handle, however it could also require a new lock case or a new set to handle furniture.

These aluminum lever/movable pads door handles are suitable to be used on uPVC and feature an easy-to-maintain slide bearing. They also come with fixing lugs, spring cassettes and a non-stick slide bearing. They have a euro profile cut out and are installed to a variety of uPVC and timber doors.

The lever-movable pad is available in a variety of finishes to suit a wide variety of multipoint locks. They are designed to work with split spindle multipoint locks which have an 92mm cylinder center and require a specific split spindle set, as provided by the lock manufacturer.

These Hoppe London 77G/3831N/113 lever moveable pad handles are made from cast aluminum with an anodised surface that is resistant to corrosion and high scratch resistance. They are compatible with a wide variety of other Hoppe products, including patio door handles, french door handles and window handles and come complete with an escutcheon for security.

Lever/Moveable Snib

The lever/lever handles are among the most common kinds of doors handles made of upvc. They come in many styles. It is comprised of two inline handles that can be moved and locked by a thumbturn cylinder, or keys. A pad handle is an alternative to a lever or lever handle. It is made up of either a movable or fixed pad that can be used to operate the lock. These Fullex handles are sprung lever pad with a snib that can be activated to stop the latch from closing.

When selecting the best replacement upvc handle, you need to consider the screw centres and the back plate length, and the PZ measurement. This will ensure that the handle will work with your current locking system. Our online measuring guide will help you to measure these parameters to ensure that the new upvc handle will fit perfectly.

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