Kevlar Telescoping Extension Ladder 12.5 ft Non-Conductive Type IA 300 lb 16 ft Reach Telesteps 1600EKP

The world’s first telescoping extension ladder built with DuPont™ Kevlar® composite rails, the Telesteps 1600EKP is engineered for non-conductive performance in energized environments. Designed for electricians, utility crews, and industrial professionals, it delivers full-height access, compact storage, and jobsite-ready strength in a telescoping design that stores easily inside service vehicles and tight spaces.

Watch the Kevlar Telescoping System in Action

See how the 1600EKP deploys, retracts, and performs in real working conditions.

Key Benefits

• Non-conductive Kevlar® composite rails for safer work near energized equipment
• 12.5 ft extended height / 16 ft working reach for elevated fixtures, panels, and service points
• Compact storage — retracts to just 34 in for vans, trucks, and job boxes
• Lightweight at 30 lb for easy transport without sacrificing duty rating
• Wide anti-slip comfort rungs provide improved stability and reduced fatigue during extended climbs, especially when wearing steel-toe boots and professional footwear.
• Type 1A duty rating — 300 lb load capacity for professional use

Top Features

• Patented one-touch controlled retraction — unlock buttons activate internal slow-down tubes so rungs lower gradually for safer, pinch-reduced collapse
• Safety lock indicator windows provide clear red/green confirmation at every rung
• Pivoting silicone feet adapt to uneven or slick surfaces for stable placement
• Over 3" wide rungs feature an ergonomic 75° rear support angle designed to help maintain secure footing while climbing at working pitch.

Why Kevlar® Over Fiberglass

Unlike traditional fiberglass ladders, DuPont™ Kevlar® composite rails do not rely on a surface gel coat for insulation and do not develop hidden internal cracking over time. Kevlar® maintains non-conductive performance, structural integrity, and a superior strength-to-weight ratio throughout its service life — making it a preferred material for energized, industrial, and mission-critical applications.

Product Specifications

Common Applications

• Electrical panel access and energized environments
• Utility and power distribution maintenance
• Indoor commercial service work and facility maintenance
• Telecom and low voltage installations
• Jobs requiring compact ladder storage in service vehicles

Ideal For

• Electricians and power utility workers
• Telecom and network installers
• Facility and maintenance teams
• Industrial and energy site contractors

Professional-Grade Safety in a Compact Package

Whether you're accessing electrical panels, servicing telecom systems, or working in mission-critical environments, the Telesteps 1600EKP delivers premium non-conductive safety, compact mobility, and confident climbing performance — built to help professionals work smarter and safer every day.

Recommended Accessories for a Professional Setup

Recommended accessories to maximize stability, safety, and jobsite efficiency with the Telesteps 1600EKP DuPont™ Kevlar® Telescoping Extension Ladder.

Quick Start and Safe Operation

• Full-height setup: extend from the top rung until fully extended — lock indicators show green when secured.
• Partial-height setup: pull upward from the rung corresponding to your desired working height — remaining upper sections stay nested together.  Confirm green on each extended rung.
• Retraction: keep ladder upright and use the unlock buttons; slowdown tubes provide controlled retraction for pinch-reduced lowering.