'Key' for double glazed windows' orientation

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Hi There,

I'm hoping that someone will know what I mean.

I have lost the keys that allow me to change the orientation of my double glazed 'tilt and turn'windows from top opening to swinging out fully (allowing me to clean both sides of the pane).

I liken the keys to the below set except that my windows have a 'D' or semi-circular shaped design rather than a triangle...

http://www.amazon.co.uk/PIECE-STEEL-ELECTRIC-METER-KEYS/dp/B003A5IBLC/ref=pd_bxgy_auto_img_z

I've been looking for ages but no cigar and I have no idea of their proper name - Can anyone help?

Thanks
 
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Yeah I don't think I'm doing a great job of describing them.

The word key doesn't seem appropriate either considering the handles use proper keys just like your link shows.

these 'keys' do not 'lock' the window exactly - there is a socket at the base of the pvc window and you use these to change the way the window actually opens.

if no one has any ideas i will try and upload an image asap :)
 
here are the images - the branding is difficut because none of the windows open outwards - i imagine their brand name is on the steel between the panes.


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Here is the hole/socket:

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they all take the form of a 'chipped' circle or D shape. not really a semi-circle as such.
 
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Nightglow said:
You might be able to use some long nose pliers to unlock it.

But, looking at your photo, it looks very similar to a 'Era Window Snaplock' or one of the Chubb snaplocks, so their keys might fit.
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ooooh nice!

http://www.wickes.co.uk/window-snaplock-white-pk4/invt/520828/

this looks almost perfect.

cannot tell whther the D shape is correct but we're definitely getting closer.

Worst case I know it is called a snap lock now whereas before i hadn't a clue.

Thanks buddy!
 
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