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Description
Handles & Cables Measuring Guide
Ensure you select the right size by checking our handles and cables measuring guides. You’ll find straightforward instructions for confirming the 115mm x 70mm large oval handle dimensions and 6mm cable barrel compatibility.
Black Plastic Handle & Cable Set (Large)
Made from sturdy plastic, this replacement is a cost-effective option for recliners that require a standard large oval handle. The set comes with the handle, a cable retaining clip, and a matching cable of your choice to ensure everything aligns correctly. Fits all popular brands like Leggett & Platt, RMT, and more
Also Available in a Metal Version
Prefer something more robust? Check out our Large Oval Metal Recliner Handle & Cable Set (click here) both versions are interchangeable so choosing between metal or plastic depends on your preference and budget.
Do It Yourself, Save Time & Money
Replacing your broken handle is straightforward. A screwdriver is all you need, plus our step-by-step instructions or video tutorials will guide you through a quick fix. Avoid expensive labour costs and enjoy the satisfaction of a successful DIY repair.
Quality Spare Parts & Expert Support
We’re Australia’s leading supplier of recliner spare parts, offering competitive prices and knowledgeable customer support. Contact us if you have any questions about compatibility or installation, and let us help you find the perfect solution for your recliner.
How To Tutorial
How To Tutorial
Recliner Handle Replacement How To Tutorials
Remove the broken recliner handle by unscrewing the two fixing screws behind the latch using either a manual or electric screwdriver and pull the handle clear of the furniture.





Technical Specs
Technical Specs
Large Oval Plastic Recliner Handle
Width | 115mm |
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Height | 70mm |
Depth | 38mm |
Material | Plastic |
Colour | Black |
Screw Holes | Top and bottom behind the lever. |
Aesthetic | Embossed/textured surface. |
Comes with a matching cable retaining clip. New screws not included.
The minimum size of the cut out hole in the recliner arm is 100mm x 55mm x 37mm.
Recliner Mechanism Release Cable
Inner Cable | 965mm inner cable length, including barrel and hook ends. |
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Inner Cable Thickness | 1.2mm |
Barrel Size | 6mm diameter, 6.5mm wide |
Hook Size | 3.8mm diameter, 21mm long |
Material | Steel |
Colour | Silver |
Inline Spring | If fitted to match the exposed cable length. |
Sheath | Length varies depending on cable chosen |
Thickness | 4.9mm |
Material | PVC sheath and metal fitments |
Colour | Black |
Retaining Clip | Black plastic 19mm long, 24.8mm wide. |
Reviews (55)
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Laurie Bates
(verified owner)Item arrived promptly great communication with the seller recommend highly
Allan McKay
(verified owner)Following the sites info the item was easy to order, the tutorials were great
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Bob Savage
(verified owner)Absolutely stoked with this business. Ordered parts on Sunday and they arrived Wednesday. Great tutorials and easy to follow. Prices are good. Would recommend to anyone.
Jay de Gier
(verified owner)My item was dispatched quickly and quality item, I would recommend this seller. No fuss transaction.
Gail McDermott
(verified owner)I’m extremely happy with Sofa Rehab. Very good communication. Items purchased fixed our problem easily. I would happily order from them again in the future.
Robert Sarkissian
(verified owner)Great service followed directions for order and install easy to do very happy
GLENN CREGAN
(verified owner)Easy tutorial instructions for selecting correct part and simplifying the replacement of part
Steve Shaw
(verified owner)Sofarehab’s website is very informative and easy to use. All the information I needed was there. Delivery was very quick. Thoroughly recommend Sofarehab.
Matt Shean
(verified owner)Perfect. Easy measuring guide and installation instructions for a perfect fit
Brendon Tuena
(verified owner)Great service. Very helpful. Chair foot rest is back in action.
Tony Wilson
(verified owner)Great website setup. Easy to access information on measuring handle and cable. Good service, good price. Fast delivery. Easy to install. Very happy.
Craig & Tracey Murray
(verified owner)Sofa Rehab website was perfect for us in their measuring guide and Tutuorials. Once we knew what we needed we placed a order for a new Lounge Cable with ease. Delivery was within a week. We replaced our broken cable with the new one with no problems. Would recommend Sofa Rehab with 5 stars rating to family & friends
Elaine
(verified owner)You guys were awesome
I received the replacement part quickly and it fitted perfectly. The girl who assisted me with measurements over the phone was VERY patient
Karen
(verified owner)Prompt delivery and customer service was great. The only problem I had was the photos on the website are not exactly the same as what was received which changed the measurements. All sorted quickly and we actually received what was in the photos. All fixed and would recommend.
michael grealy
(verified owner)I wish everything was this easy.
Fantastic service
Rebecca Cosgrove
(verified owner)Product perfect extremely fast service thank you.
Dianne Mifsud
(verified owner)Thank you such a wonderful company to deal with. Delivery very good. Product excellent. Could not be happier. Will use this company again.
Thankyou
Dianne
Gail Young
(verified owner)Arrived very promptly. Fitted perfectly. Instruction on site were very exact and helpful
Suzy
(verified owner)Easy to purchase, exact part required, fast prompt service. Will be my first go to site if needed
Elizabeth
(verified owner)Great customer service – part arrived in perfect condition. I was able to fit it myself and saved $$$$.
Jan
(verified owner)Excellent measuring guide,, prompt postage, product exactly what I needed
Geoff Kiddle
(verified owner)Easy to order good price.
Easy to order great price. Easy to follow intructions excellent.
Win
(verified owner)We are very happy with our purchase, so EASY – from informative measuring instructions for purchase, prompt delivery and great SUPER EASY to follow instructions. Will definitely purchase from these guys if another breaks. Thank you
John Millar
(verified owner)5 star service. The cable fitted perfectly and was delivered within a couple of days . Thank you.
Anita O’Donnell
(verified owner)Your video on how to remove and replace the cable and handle was excellent. I am a 67 year old woman and I found it easy to do. The spare part arrived quickly and was easy to order. Thank you so much.
Rodger Parker
(verified owner)Items purchased fixed our problem easily. I would happily order from them again in the future.
Sheryll
(verified owner)Did a search on fb for the product I needed. Nice to see a company in Australia with the product I needed. I ordered product and received product within a week. Perfect
Richard
(verified owner)item irrived quickly, fitted in a few minutes and worked perfectly
well recommended
Lawrence Davidson
(verified owner)I ordered three sets of the handles and cables to repair three lounge chairs which had been non operative for years! All are now fixed with no problems. The products were delivered promptly and the installation was exactly as easy SofaRehab said! Well done.
Mike
(verified owner)Saved me heaps by not having to buy new recliners
Carolyn Howden
(verified owner)Not the easiest job to wrangle, but much thanks for calls & texts and we have successfully sorted them.
Robin Martin
(verified owner)Very helpful service and easy to follow instructional video
Thanks again sofá rehab 😊😊
Shirley Jenkins
(verified owner)Great communication, helpful pages, would recommend highly
Guido Assmann
(verified owner)It was spot on and on time
Thank you very much
Andrea North
(verified owner)So glad we found this site. Easy to order, videos show exactly what you need to do. We had our recliner fixed in under 10 mins.
Peter EDWARDS
(verified owner)Excellent advice and service
Item arrived promptly
Helen
(verified owner)Excellent service with very prompt delivery. Highly recommend Sofa Rehab
Scott Baxter
(verified owner)Wasn’t sure what to order but received great advice from the Sofa Rehab team. The product was easy to fit with the help of simple tutorials. Thank you
tony bush
My experience with sofa rehab was brilliant
The information gave me the confidence to tackle my own repair
It was easy to select and fit the part
Delivery was very quick
Definitely 5 stars
Malcolm
(verified owner)Worked perfectly.
Stace
(verified owner)Good quality, recliner is back up and running
Roberta Brennan
(verified owner)Great service quick easy staff new exactly what I needed. Excellent price easy to install myself
MR MICHAEL CUNNINGHAM
(verified owner)New cable and handle works a treat.
Ken James
(verified owner)Product arrived in good time and was easy to install with help from internet
Noel
(verified owner)Excellent service
Noel
(verified owner)Excellent service
Wayne Mason
(verified owner)Product was perfect for my requirement. It was dispatched promptly and arrived quickly. Website was easy to navigate and tutorials excellent. Highly recommend.
Kent Mansbridge
(verified owner)Exactly what I needed. Fitting instructions accurate. Timely delivery and accurate tracking.
Christine Hall
(verified owner)The part arrived within 2 days and with the on-line demo on how to replace had it installed and working within a few minutes. Brilliant! Couldn’t praise highly enough, and at a great price too.
Steven Stone
(verified owner)Great website and products. Followed the supplied guides, ordered the part, arrived promptly and easy to fit. Great service and recommend product and vendor highly.
Cia
(verified owner)excellent product and easy to use
Anita
(verified owner)Hooray, the part we ordered fixed the problem. Really happy.
Anna
(verified owner)I am so happy I could fix our armchair(twice) for such a small price.All works well like new.Thank you much.Fast delivery also.
Kim Winduss
(verified owner)We managed to put the cable in but now the footrest won’t stay closed. Didn’t have a problem with the footrest before. Ant tips please??
Lewis Williams
(verified owner)Awesome service from a great company with helpful phone advice on product and how to measure and order 3 day delivery Top quality products at a fraction of the cost of sofa manufacturers prices