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Types of UPVC Door Handles If your upvc door handle requires replacement, it is essential to find the best replacement for your home. A locksmith can offer 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). Please check these measurements to ensure that your new uPVC handles will fit. Lever/Lever A lever is a rigid bar that pivots around a central point (known as a fulcrum). When you apply a force to the end of the lever it is likely to cause it to turn the fulcrum in the direction of the force applied. This motion increases the applied force, allowing you to lift or move something that would require more force if you were to apply directly to the load. The distance between the fulcrum and the place where you apply the force determines how far the lever is able to move. This is referred to as the mechanical advantage. The mechanical advantage increases as the lever gets extended. You can calculate the advantage of mechanical by dividing the distance from fulcrum point to the point you are applying force by the distance between fulcrum point and the end of the lever. Levers can produce different effects based on the method by which forces are applied. A class 2 lever for instance has a tendency of turning in the opposite direction when an effort force is applied. If you press on the door's handle the force will create rotational effects similar to this. However, levers don't create energy. Levers increase the force by converting small amounts of effort applied over a long distance into larger amounts of force that are applied over shorter distances. This allows you to complete more work in less time, and that is why levers are commonly used for lifting heavy objects or moving large amounts of cargo. The lever principle is also utilized in everyday tools like crowbars. hammer claws fishing rods, hammer claws and even your own legs when you stand on your car's hand brake. Lever/Pad Lever pad handles are a kind of door handle made of upvc with levers on both sides that operate the multipoint lock. They come in a variety of designs and finishes, and are suitable for a variety of materials like UPVC, Aluminium & Timber doors. They are sold in pairs for the doors, both exterior and interior, with spindles and screws included. They are available both unhanded and handed versions to accommodate different types of users. These locks can be used to replace an existing doors made of upvc. The levers are lifted to open all the multipoint locks, and the key is turned to lock or close the door. They offer some extra security when compared to standard lever door handles since the locking mechanism can only be gained by entering the door with an open key, in the event that the door is locked. They're not as secure as a cylinder lock, however they are cost-effective ways to provide extra security to your home. The only downside is that they don't offer the same level of protection as a cylinder lock, and so don't prevent external access to the home when the door is left open. We stock a large number of lever pad upvc handles manufactured by leading manufacturers in the market. They are made with high quality components. In general, they come with a manufacturer's warranty. They are typically designed to work with the 92mm lock or a substitute version known as a Paddock Lock. They will have a 92mm cylinder centre on the inside and 62mm on the outside and be fitted with 2 spindle followers. Some are inserted into the back plate while others are removable to enable different fixing centres. Lever/Snib Lever latches are by far the most simple type of door handles. The lever is pushed down to activate a simple latch inside the door. It can be locked with a key. Some lever privacy handles operate using the same principle, but with the addition of the snib (like knobs for doors). A snib can be a very useful tool, especially in homes where privacy and security are important. You can use the snib feature to block your partner from entering until they are prepared. This type handle can also be put in on interior doors such as those in bedrooms where you wish to limit access from outside. In some cases, snib buttons can cause issues, especially when you have doors and locks that are distorted. If the snib button is used in a mistake or by a person who isn't accustomed to it, the door could slam shut and shut you out. You can usually gain entry by knocking on the door frame or the letterbox. However this isn't a good idea. If your uPVC door has a snib button We recommend replacing the handle with a contemporary E-LOK 7-Series smart lock. They can be retrofitted to pull handle kits that double turn and come with cover plates to hide the holes that are already present, allowing to make it a seamless installation. The E-LOK utilizes a smart app to enable you to unlock the door using RFID cards or mechanical keys, and is able to be set up with passcodes for safe entry and convenience. The system has been tested to 200,000 cycles to ensure long-term durability. The handles themselves are constructed using a solid metal structure and are BS EN 1670:2007 Grade 5 for corrosion resistance. Lever/Moveable Pad This popular style of handle is commonly used on front doors. It offers the benefit of preventing the door from being opened without an outside key if the lock has not been deadlocked. This is achieved by a 'pad' shaped external handle that locks in the gap between the handles and lock case to stop the latch from being pulled back or the door being opened. This handle is designed to be used with uPVC multipoint locks that employ a split spindle mechanism. This kind of operation requires the internal lever handle and the external pad handle to be mounted on 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 brand new set of handle furniture to allow for this additional function. These aluminium lever/movable pads door handles are suitable to be used on uPVC and come with a maintenance-free slide bearing. They also come with fixing lugs spring cassettes, and a non-stick slide bearing. These handles feature a euro-profile cut out, and can be mounted on various uPVC or timber doors. The lever-movable pad is available in many designs to fit a broad variety of multipoint locks. They are designed to work with split spindle multipoint locks that have an 92mm cylinder center and require a special split spindle set, as supplied by the lock maker. These Hoppe London lever moveable pad handle 77G/3831N/113 is made of cast aluminum with an anodized surface that is corrosion resistant and scratch resistant. They can be used with many other Hoppe products, including handles for french door handles and window handles and come complete with an escutcheon for security. Lever/Moveable Snib The lever/lever handles are one of the most commonly used types of upvc doors handles. They are available in various designs. It is comprised of two inline handles that move and can be locked using either a key or thumbturn cylinder that is inside. A pad handle can be used as a substitute to lever handles. It consists of either one that is fixed or moveable that can be used to operate the lock. These Fullex handles feature a spring lever pad as well as a snib, which can be activated in order to secure the latch. When choosing a replacement upvc handle, be sure to think about the screw centres, the back plate length and the PZ measurement. This will ensure that the handle will work with your existing locking system. You can use our online measuring guide to assist you in taking these measurements, so that you're certain that the new handles will be a perfect fit. All orders are eligible to receive free delivery or you can take your order to the store. Orders made before 11 am will be ready to be picked up the next day.