Whether replacing an old T-Handle lock or installing a new one from scratch onto your Garage, shed, barn, storage unit, commercial or industrial premise's door there are a few things to consider. We've created a helpful guide to take you through the options available so you can decide which T-Handle best fits your requirements.
What T-Handle do I need:
There a few things to consider when looking to replace an existing T-Handle or adding a new one & this can seem daunting when faced with the selection on offer, so we've broken it down into the 3 main points to think about prior to purchasing:
1. Material: Remote Warehouse stocks 2 brands, our metal (solid diecast zinc alloy) T-Handles from Lock Focus which are Australian designed & manufactured & our black (super strong fibre reinforced plastic) T-Handles from Heller which are designed & manufactured right here in New Zealand.
2. Fixing Style: Once you've decided what material you want, your next decision is to decide if you want a front fixing tee handle or a rear fixing tee handle.
Front fix (also known as Through fix) T-Handles styles are attached & fitted through the front of your door into the front of the T-Handle. The simplest method to install & replace but less secure due to the fixings being visible from the outside if security is of the utmost importance.
Rear fix (also known as Concealed fix) T-Handles are attached & fitted through the rear of your door into the back of the T-Handle. This method is slightly more difficult to attach but offers a higher level of security as the handle cannot be unscrewed & removed from the front & a more aesthetically pleasing look with the fixings being hidden.
3. Key Measurements: When retro-fitting / replacing an existing T-Handle you will need to remove it & check the spindle length & bolt hole distance measurements (shown below). These are the 2 main measurements you will need to look for & match when purchasing you're new replacement T-Handle. If installing a brand new T-Handle you have more flexibility & the T-Handle you select will be dependent on things such as the door width. Full specs & exact measurements for all of our T-Handles can be found under the 'Specifications' drop down tab in each T-Handle product listing.
Other parts & accessories available:
Remote Warehouse also stocks a full range of parts & accessories for our Heller & Lock Focus brands including; handles, latch arms, hooks, cam levers, repair kits & a full Tiltadoor kit with everything you need to install a T-Handle locking system to your Garage door from scratch. Parts & accessories can be purchased separately or as a package deal with your choice of T-Handle included (packages can be found within each T-Handle product listing - just select the package option you need & add to cart).
Where to buy Garage Door Handle replacements...
Remote Warehouse has a large range of replacement T-Handles, accessories, parts & full replacement kits to suit your Garage Door, Shed, Barn & storage unit doors whether repairing, replacing or fitting from new. Shop Here for our full range or Contact Us if you would like further help & advice deciding which option would best suit your needs.
All T-Handles come standard with a pair of keys & fixings included with add on items such as levers & latches able to be purchased separately or as part of a package within each T-Handle product listing on our website.
Looking for Ute Canopy T-Handles we have those also - sold as singles or pairs & with or without latch arms. Shop Here for our Automotive T-Handle range.
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