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If your upvc door handle needs replacing it's essential to find the right replacement for your home. A locksmith can supply and fit high-security uPVC handles with extra security features.

The most important measurements to consider are the measurement A (also called PZ) as well as the length of the backplate. Take these measurements to make sure that 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 is likely to cause it to turn the fulcrum to the direction of the force applied. This rotation multiplies the applied force which 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 of the lever and the point where you apply force determines the maximum movement. This is called the mechanical advantage. The more the lever is extended the greater the mechanical advantage. You can calculate the mechanical advantage by dividing distance from the fulcrum point to the place where you are applying force by the distance between the fulcrum point and end of lever.

Levers can have different effects based on how forces are applied. A lever of class 2 for instance is prone to turning in the opposite direction when the effort force is applied. The forces created by pushing the handle of a front door will create rotational effects similar to these.

However, levers don't create energy. They just multiply the force you exert by making a small amount effort over a large distance into a greater amount of force applied over a shorter distance. Levers are used to lift heavy objects and move large amounts of cargo. The lever principle is also employed in everyday tools such as crowbars. Hammer claws, fishing rods and your own legs when you stand on the hand brake of your vehicle.

Lever/Pad

Lever pad handles, also known as upvc door handles feature levers on both sides 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 outer door, with screws and spindles included. They are also available in handed and unhanded versions for different types of users.

They are typically used for new builds and can be fitted to replace existing upvc doors. The levers are raised to open the multipoint locks, and the key is turned to lock or close the door. They provide additional security when compared to traditional lever door handles as the locking operation can only be gained from the inside with an open key, unless the door is locked.

They are not as safe as a cylinder lock, however they are cost-effective ways to increase the security of your home. The only disadvantage is that they don't offer the same level of protection as a cylinder lock, and they don't restrict access to your home if the door is left open.

The majority of lever pad upvc door handles that we stock are made by the top manufacturers in the industry and are made from high quality components. In general, they are supplied with a manufacturer's warranty.

Typically, they will be designed to be compatible with a 92mm lock or the replacement version of this known as a Paddock lock. They will feature a 92mm cylinder center on the inside and 62mm on the outside and be fitted with 2 spindle followers. Some come with a backplate inserted, while others are removable for different fixing centers.

Lever/Snib

Lever latches, the simplest of all door handles, are commonly used. By pressing down on the lever, it is a simple mechanism that opens inside to keep the door closed, which can be locked using keys. Some lever privacy handles work similar to the doorknob, but with an additional knob, similar to a doorknob.

A snib button can be very useful, especially for homes where it's important to ensure privacy or security. If your partner arrives at home late from work, you can apply the snib so that they aren't allowed in until they're ready to come in. This kind of handle can also be put in for doors in the interior, like those in bedrooms where you wish to restrict access from outside.

Snib buttons can cause problems in some cases, especially when you have locks that are old and doors that are warped. If the snib button was accidentally pressed by a person who isn't familiar with it, your door may be slammed and you locked out. You can usually gain entry by knocking the door frame or the letterbox. However this isn't a good idea.

If your uPVC has an snib, we suggest replacing it with a smart lock from the E-LOK 7 Series. These can be retrofitted over pull handle kits that double turn and are available with cover plates to hide existing holes for a seamless install. The E-LOK app is able to unlock doors with RFID cards or mechanical key. Passcodes are also available for security and convenience. The system has been tested for 200,000 cycles to ensure long-lasting durability. upvc replacement door handles repairmywindowsanddoors are made from solid metal and are in compliance with BS EN 1670 Grade 5 for corrosion resistance.

Lever/Moveable Pad

This popular handle style is commonly used on front doors. It offers the benefit of preventing the door being opened without the key from outside in the event that the lock has not been deadlocked. This is accomplished through the 'pad'-shaped external handle that locks into the gap between the handles and the lock case to stop the latch from being pulled back or the door from being opened.

This kind of handle is designed to fit uPVC doors fitted with multipoint locks that operate with split spindle operations. This kind of operation requires the lever handle and the external pad handle to be installed within the same lock case. This could be a straightforward modification to the existing uPVC handles but it may also require a change to the lock case or a new set of handle furniture to allow for this additional functionality.

These aluminium lever/movable pad door handles are ideal for uPVC doors and feature a maintenance free slide bearing fixing lugs, spring cassettes and fixing lugs supplied. These handles have an euro-profile cut out and can be installed on a variety of uPVC or wood doors.

Lever moveable pads are available in a variety of finishes to suit many different multipoint locks. They are designed to be used with split spindle multipoint locks which have a 92mm cylinder and require a specific split spindle set that is supplied by the lock maker.


These Hoppe London 77G/3831N/113 lever moveable pad handles are manufactured from cast aluminum with an anodised finish that is resistant to corrosion and has high scratch resistance. These handles can be used combination with a variety of other Hoppe products, such as patio door handles. french door handles, and window handles. They also have an escutcheon for security.

Lever/Moveable Snib

Lever handles are among the most commonly used kinds of doors handles made of upvc. They are available in various styles. It is made up of two handles that can be locked and moved using a thumbturn cylinder or a key. Pad handles are an alternative to a lever/lever handle. It is made up of either a movable or fixed pad that can be used to operate the lock. These Fullex handles have a sprung lever pad and a snib that can be activated to hold the latch.

Choosing the right replacement door handles made of upvc requires careful evaluation of the PZ measurement, screw centres and the back plate length to ensure that the new handle will fit and work with the lock system you have on your doors. You can use our online measurement guide to assist you in taking these measurements, so that you're certain that the new handles will be a perfect fit.

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