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Types of UPVC Door Handles When 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 come with additional security features. The most important measurements to take are the measurement A (also known as PZ) and the length of the backplate. Make sure to check these measurements to make sure your new uPVC handles will fit. Lever/Lever A lever is a rigid bar that is pivotally positioned around a point (known as a fulcrum). When you apply force to the end, the fulcrum is likely to rotate in the direction that the force is applied. This rotates the force and lets you lift or move objects that would otherwise 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 more the lever extends more, the greater the advantage in terms of mechanical. You can calculate mechanical advantage by dividing distance from fulcrum point to the point you apply force by the distance between the fulcrum point and end of the lever. Levers can have different effects based on how forces are applied. A class 2 lever, for example is prone to turning in the opposite direction when an force of the effort is applied. If you push the handle of a door, the forces will produce similar rotational effects to this. However, levers don't create energy. They simply increase the force you exert by making a small amount effort applied over a long distance into a greater amount of force applied over a smaller distance. Levers are used to lift heavy objects and move massive amounts of cargo. The lever principle is employed in everyday tools such as crowbars. hammer claws, fishing rods and your own legs, as you stand on the hand brake of your car. Lever/Pad Lever pad handles are a type of upvc door handle that has levers on both sides that operate the multipoint lock. Lever pad handles are available in various finishes and variations and can be installed on a wide range of materials that include UPVC doors, Aluminium doors & Timber Doors. They are sold in pairs for the doors, both exterior and interior, with spindles and screws included. They are available in both hand and unhandled versions to accommodate different types of users. They can be used to replace an existing doors made of upvc. The levers are lowered to open all multipoint locks and the key is turned to close or unlock the door. They offer some extra security when compared to lever handles for doors as the locking operation can only be gained from the inside with keys unless the door is locked. They're not as secure as a cylinder lock however they are an affordable way to increase the security of your home. The only downside is that they don't provide the same level protection like a cylinder lock and so don't prevent external access to the home when the door is left open. The majority of the lever pad upvc door handles that we have in stock are manufactured by the industry's leading manufacturers and therefore are constructed using high quality components. In general, they are supplied with a manufacturer's guarantee. Typically, they are designed to work with a 92mm lock or the replacement version of this called a Paddock lock. They will have a 92mm cylinder centre on the inside and 62mm on the outside. They will also come with two spindle followers. Some are inserted into the back plate whilst others are movable to allow for different fixing centers. Lever/Snib Lever latches, which are the simplest of all door handles, are utilized. The lever is pushed downwards to operate a simple latch inside the door that can be locked with keys. The levers for privacy are based on this same principle but with the addition of the Snib (like a doorknob). A snib can be extremely useful tool, particularly in homes where security and privacy are essential. If your partner arrives home late from work, you can utilize the snib to ensure they won't be able to enter until they're ready to move in. This type of handle is also popular for interior doors such as bedrooms, where you may need to restrict access from outside. Snib buttons can cause issues in certain circumstances, especially when you have old locks and warped doors. If the snib button was accidentally pressed or by someone who isn't familiar with it, the door may slam and lock you out. You can usually get in by knocking the door frame or letterbox. However, this is not ideal. If your uPVC door has a snib lock it is recommended to replace the handle with an modern E-LOK 7-Series smart lock. These locks can be retrofitted on pull handle kits that double turn and come with cover plates to conceal existing holes for a seamless install. The E-LOK app can be used to unlock doors using RFID cards or a mechanical keys. Passcodes are also offered for security and convenience. The system has been tested for 200,000 cycles to ensure its durability. The handles are constructed of solid metal and comply with BS EN 1670 Grade 5 for corrosion resistance. Lever/Moveable Pad This popular handle style is commonly used on front doors. It has the advantage of preventing the door from being opened without an outside key in the event that the lock has not been deadlocked. This is achieved by the 'pad'-shaped external handle which locks in the gap between the handles and 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 which operate via split spindle operations. This kind of operation requires the internal lever handle as well as the external pad handle to be installed within the same lock case. This can be a simple replacement of the current uPVC handle, however it could also require a lock case change or a new set to handle furniture. These aluminum lever/movable pads door handles are suitable for use on uPVC and come with a maintenance-free slide bearing. They also come with fixing lugs, spring cassettes, and an unstick slide bearing. These handles have a euro-profile cut out, and can be mounted on a variety of uPVC or wood doors. Lever moveable pads are offered in a variety of finishes and suit many different multipoint locks. They are specifically designed to be used with split spindle locks which have a centre cylinder of 92mm and require a special set of split spindles that is supplied by the lock maker. These Hoppe London 77G/3831N/113 lever moveable pad handles are manufactured from cast aluminium with an anodised surface that is corrosion resistant and has high scratch resistance. They can be used in conjunction with various other Hoppe products including handles for french door handles and window handles . They come with an escutcheon for security. Lever/Moveable Snib Lever handles are among the most popular kinds of upvc door handles. They are available in various styles. It consists of two inline handles that can be locked and moved by a thumbturn cylinder, or the use of a key. Pad handles can be used as an alternative to lever/lever handles. It is comprised of an adjustable or fixed pad that can be used to operate locks. These Fullex handles have a sprung lever pad as well as a snib, which can be activated in order to hold the latch. Choosing the right replacement door handles for your upvc doors requires careful evaluation of the PZ measurement, the screw centres, and back plate length to ensure the new handle will fit and work correctly with the existing locking system on your doors. Our online measuring guide will help you to measure these parameters so that your new upvc handle fits perfectly. All orders qualify for free delivery, or you can pick up your order at the store. Orders placed by 11am will be ready for collection the next day.