A direct replacement spring for internal door lever handles. Designed to fit door panels with a thickness of 35mm to 50mm, these coil springs restore smooth, positive handle action. The pack includes matching circlips so you have everything needed for a complete repair.
✓ Suitable for internal door lever handles with panel thickness 35mm – 50mm ✓ Compatible with 15mm shafts (14.3mm circlip groove) ✓ Most common 2.5-turn / 2.5mm thick coil type
Key Features
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⛭ Correct thickness range — fits door panels from 35mm to 50mm, covering the majority of standard interior doors
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⛭ 2.5-turn precision coil — the most widely used door handle spring type; 2.5mm flat height for accurate fitment
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⛭ Circlips included — 13.8mm internal diameter circlips supplied, sized for a 15mm shaft with a 14.3mm groove
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⛭ Multiple coil options available — choose between 2-turn and 2.5-turn coil variants to match your existing spring orientation
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⛭ Pack quantity choice — available in 1, 3, or 6 pcs so you can stock spares for other handles in your home
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⛭ Easy DIY repair — circlips can be removed and refitted using standard external circlip pliers; no specialist tools required
What's in the Box
- Door handle coil spring(s) — quantity as selected (1 / 3 / 6 pcs)
- Matching circlip(s) — 13.8mm internal diameter
Who Is This For
Homeowners — fix a drooping or stiff door lever handle without calling a locksmith or carpenter.
Landlords & property managers — keep replacement springs on hand for fast repairs across multiple doors and rental units.
Joiners & maintenance tradespeople — a reliable stock item for common door hardware call-outs.
Technical Specifications
| Suitable Door Panel Thickness |
35mm – 50mm |
| Coil Type |
2.5-turn (most common); 2-turn option also available |
| Spring Thickness (laid flat) |
2.5mm |
| Circlip Internal Diameter |
13.8mm |
| Shaft Size (circlip fits) |
15mm shaft / 14.3mm groove |
| Pack Options |
1 pcs / 3 pcs / 6 pcs |
| Product Type |
Furniture Spring |
Spring dimensions and coil orientation are shown in the product photographs. Always compare the external hook position relative to the internal hook before ordering.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How do I know which spring thickness I need?
Measure the height of your existing spring when it is laid flat on a surface. The thickness stated here (2.5mm) refers to that flat height. If you fit a thinner spring the handle may have excess play; if you fit a thicker one the circlip may be hard to refit and the handle could stick.
Q: What is the difference between a 2-turn and a 2.5-turn coil?
The number of turns describes the coil winding and determines the orientation of the external hook relative to the internal hook. Check which type your handle uses before selecting a variant — the two are not interchangeable.
Q: How do I remove the circlip?
Use external circlip pliers to grip the circlip ears and expand the clip until it slides off the shaft groove. The same tool is used to refit the new circlip after the spring is seated.
Q: Should I measure the old circlip or the shaft to confirm the size?
Always measure the shaft. Worn or poor-quality circlips can become distorted and give an inaccurate reading. The shaft diameter for these circlips is 15mm (14.3mm groove).
Q: Do I need any grease or lubricant when fitting the new spring?
A small amount of general-purpose grease applied to the spring coil and shaft is recommended. This reduces metal-on-metal wear and gives smoother, longer-lasting handle movement.
Q: Will these springs work on external (front door) handles?
These springs are described as suitable for internal door lever handles. External door hardware can differ in shaft size and spring specification — please verify your measurements match before ordering.
Q: Why should I buy a 3-pack or 6-pack?
If one door handle spring fails, others in the same property are often the same age and may follow soon after. Buying a multi-pack means you have spares ready and avoid repeat postage costs for future repairs.
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