Yale Sparta Cockspur Window Handle
- Product Code: YAL-2217-1003
- Manufacturer Code: 0230-2001-LH-WH
- Package Type: Packet
- Shopping Category: Hardware > Building Materials > Window Hardware > Window Frames
Yale Sparta Cockspur Window Handle
Durable, proven quality and style!
Ergonomic, lockable replacement cockspur window handle for uPVC and aluminium casement windows. Made from tough die-cast zinc, with a durable finish that offers high corrosion resistance, impact strength and protection against abrasion.
Originally developed by Trojan, and now under the Yale banner, Sparta is sleek and stylish handle that is trusted by professionals, and will give any window a contemporary look.
Features & Benefits
- High quality finishes - smooth and durable coating
- Locking or non-locking - optional keyhole cover
- Quick and easy fitting - no special tools required
- Child safety - button press to unlatch mechanism
- Universal key - fits any Yale window lock
- Quality assured - British Standard accredited
- 10-year guarantee - fit with confidence
Commonly found on older uPVC and aluminium windows without an internal locking mechanism, cockspur window handles feature a spur (or nose) that closes onto the window frame, or a wedge mounted to the frame.
What You Get
Each cockspur handle is supplied with the following:
- Handle (baseplate, lever, and buttoned key-operated lock)
- Screw Cover Cap
- Lock Cover Cap
- Universal Key
Technical Information
| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Material | Die-cast zinc alloy (baseplate, handle, and key), Plastic parts – Nylon 66, UV stabilised ABS and Acetal (screw and keyway covers) |
| Finish | Copper nickel chrome plate layer (Chrome, and Gold has additional coloured lacquer). Powder-coated (White and Black). |
| Backplate Size (l x w x d) | 72mm x 17mm x 9mm or 15.5mm or 21mm |
| Fixing Centres | 30.5mm and 50.5mm |
| Overall Projection from Sash | 50mm (9mm), 56mm (15.5mm, 21mm) |
| Overall Width | 36mm |
| Application | uPVC, aluminium, and some timber windows |
| Endurance Performance | Tested to BS 6375 Part 2 (Classification EN 12400) Class - 25,000 cycles |
| Corrosion resistance | BS EN 1670:Painted finishes Grade 5, plated finishes Grade 4. |
| Guarantee | 12-month surface, 10-year mechanical |
Choosing the Correct Handle
Determine Handedness
Cockspur handles are available in left and right versions, the choice of which is usually determined by which hand is used to operate the handle. On side-hung windows, handles are easier to operate when the handle points downwards. So a window hinged on the left, would have a left-handed handle, with a right-hinged window using a right-hand handle.
Determine Handle Step Height
If replacing existing handles - assuming correct fit - you can simply measure the step height of the existing handle, which is the distance from the base of the backplate to the underside of the spur. Otherwise, you should measure the height from the internal face of the window sash to the internal face of the frame.
This can be done by placing a straight edge (such as a debit card) across the face of the frame, and measuring to the straight edge using a steel rule or tape measure (see image).
Determine Wedge Size
If the desired Step Height does not equal 9mm, 15.5mm or 21mm, then you will need a wedge (or striker plate) on the face of the frame. If the Step Height is less than 9mm, then you will need to use a striker plate wedge with the 9mm handle to get a tight closure. If the Step Height is over 9mm or 15.5mm, and less than 21mm, then you will need to use a wedge with the 21mm handle. The following table demonstrates how to achieve a tight closure using wedges.
Handle & Wedge Table
| Step Height | Handle Size | Wedge Size |
|---|---|---|
| 3mm | 9mm | 6mm |
| 4mm | 9mm | 5mm |
| 5mm | 9mm | 4mm |
| 6mm | 9mm | 3mm |
| 7mm | 9mm | 2mm |
| 9mm | 9mm | - |
| 10mm | 15.5mm | 5mm |
| 11mm | 15.5mm | 4mm |
| 12mm | 15.5mm | 3mm |
| 13mm | 15.5mm | 2mm |
| 14mm | 15.5mm | 1mm |
| 15mm | 15.5mm | - |
| 16mm | 21mm | 5mm |
| 17mm | 21mm | 4mm |
| 18mm | 21mm | 3mm |
| 19mm | 21mm | 2mm |
| 21mm | 21mm | - |
Fitting & Usage
Remove Existing Handle
- Turn handle to open position and remove any screw cover caps to reveal screw heads.
- Unscrew all fixings, and place the handle to the side.
Fitting the Cockspur Handle
The Yale Sparta Cockspur window handle provides 4 fixing positions, two with 30.5mm centres, and two with 50.5mm centres. Use of all four fixings is recommended for maximum security.
- Remove any existing handle, and position new handle over existing fixing holes to reuse, or to conceal them.
- Secure the handle to the window
- If using existing holes, then simply secure into place using screws appropriate for the window material. You may be able to reuse the screws from the original handle.
- If making new holes, and using self-drilling screws into a PVCu or aluminium window, then you can use the handle as a jig, and screw the backplate directly onto the window. Otherwise, you will likely need to drill pilot holes.
- If you need to pre-drill pilot holes, then mark fixing positions through the handle backplate, and set the handle aside. Once you have drilled suitable pilot holes, you can reposition and screw fix the handle.
- With handle fitted, you can fit any screw cover caps.
- Now the handle is fitted, test its operation. If necessary, fit a suitably sized striker plate wedge to the frame to remove any space and ensure a tight closure.
Note: The screws should have a maximum head diameter of 8.5mm, and a maximum thread diameter of 5.2mm, with a length and thread determined by the window material and profile. For example, a uPVC window without reinforcement would require a course thread. Also, consider that larger windows may benefit from two handles, to improve security and weather seal.
