Telesteps 1600 250-Pound Duty Rating Aluminum Telescoping Extension Ladder, 12-1/2-Foot

by Telesteps

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

The Telesteps 1600 250-lb, 12 1/2-foot, Type 1 consumer/commercial grade telescoping extension ladder represents a revolutionary breakthrough in conventional ladder technologies. Made from lightweight, high strength aluminum alloys, the Telesteps 1400T automatically telescopes up or down from just 30"" to 12.5ft. in seconds to give you a convenient 16 ft. climbing height extension ladder that is easy to carry, easy to use and easy to store. It also telescopes up to just the height you need in one ft. incremements giving you many extension ladders in one small versatile package. Weighing only 22lbs the Telesteps 1600 telescoping extension ladder can be taken, used and stored anywhere that most conventional ladders just won't fit! Meets OSHA and ANSI standards.

Product Description

Telescopes up in 1' increments to just the height you need. Telescopes down automatically to: (1400T) 27", (1600) 30" and (1800) 33". Made from high quality, high strength, lightweight aluminum alloys. High quality non slip rubber bumpers and feet. Moldedserrated climbing rungs for sure grip and stability.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 30 x 19.5 x 3.5 inches ; 23 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 25.7 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B000G0DOVG
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: 1600
• Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #103,364 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
  • #24 in Home Improvement > Building Supplies > Ladders > Telescoping Ladders

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

17 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Telesteps - An Opinion based on experience, November 25, 2008

By 

Jeffrey "MoleMen, Inc." (Olivet, MI, United States) - See all my reviews
(REAL NAME)   

Amazon Verified Purchase

This review is from: Telesteps 1600 250-Pound Duty Rating Aluminum Telescoping Extension Ladder, 12-1/2-Foot (Tools & Home Improvement)

This product has been used by my company for over 4 years and we have been through at least 10 of these by 2 people. The feet do not last over a month (original rubber feet) and the telescoping feet cost $70.00 a pair and last about 1 year. If you do not keep the ladder clean (in other words do not WORK with it) it will shortly jam up and will not open.
There is NO customer service to speak of except email and their warranty is a joke. BUT - THIS LADDER IS INVALUABLE TO MY COMPANY BECAUSE WE ENTER ATTICS EVERYDAY AND CANNOT IMAGINE WORKING WITHOUT THE CONVENIANCE OF THE TELESCOPING LADDER. I just wish customer service was better, the warranty was valid, and most of all the product was more durable.

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Very special purpose ladder, October 1, 2009

By 

Larry A. Morris (Sacramento, CA USA) - See all my reviews
(REAL NAME)   

Amazon Verified Purchase

This review is from: Telesteps 1600 250-Pound Duty Rating Aluminum Telescoping Extension Ladder, 12-1/2-Foot (Tools & Home Improvement)

The ladder works well in tight spaces and is easy to carry and store. It should not be mistaken for a general purpose ladder, as it has some severe limitations. The bottom of the ladder does not have outriggers, so it is not a good idea to lean to the side when it is extended very high. It must also be placed on very solid ground or pavement, no grass or soft dirt. The ladder accepts only compressive forces, so it cannot be safely suspended from the top.
When extending the ladder you must know before hand how many rungs will be needed. If you do not correctly estimate the required height, you must collapse the ladder and start over, but this is merely an inconvenience. I am guessing that is must also be kept scrupulously clean, since it extends like a fine telescope. I kept the plastic shipping package to cover it while stored.
If you recognize its limitations and use it only according to directions, you will probably be very happy with it.

7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Telestep Ladder, October 12, 2008

By 

Ronhdds "Ron" (Lubbock TX) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Telesteps 1600 250-Pound Duty Rating Aluminum Telescoping Extension Ladder, 12-1/2-Foot (Tools & Home Improvement)

Amazon Price was better than any other, by at least $50 dollars.
The ladder works well, is light weight, and collapses to a manageable size.
One Caution!! As it collapses down, BE SURE to KEEP your FINGERS to the outside rail edges, NOT between any of the steps- It can very easily pinch or smash your fingers!