Buy Werner D532-2 375-Pound Duty Rating Type 1AA Aluminum D-Rung Extension Ladder, 32-FootWerner D532-2 375-Pound Duty Rating Type 1AA Aluminum D-Rung Extension Ladder, 32-Foot Product Description:
- 32-foot ladder extends a working height of 29-feet
- Base and fly separate easily for use as an extension or two single sections
- Mar-resistant end caps notched for easy separation of sections and molded slip-resistant shoes for use as a single section
- Slip-resistant Traction-Tred D-rungs
- Exclusive Alflo rung joint means Twist-Proof performance
Product Description
ANSI Type 1AA; Extra heavy-duty: 375 lbs.; Slip-resistant Traction-Tred® D-rungs; Exclusive Alflo® rung joint means Twist-Proof® performance; Single pulley system; Mar-resistant end caps; 32 Ft. ladder
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Type IAA's are the strongest extension ladder available...
By Victor H. Agresti
Werner Aluminum Extension Ladder - D500 seriesThis reviews the 24' ladder (21' working length), but most of the review applies to any length...Product Review:I now own 11 ladders; a fixed-length ladder, an articulating model, six step ladders (from 2' to 14'), a Werner M13 multi-ladder, and two extension ladders. When available, I buy Type IAA ladders even though the thicker aluminum increases weight, because they are much stronger than even the next lowest rating (Type IA). That's important to someone weighing 270 lbs.Pros of this ladder:- sturdy, little flex when you're up high. Type IAA is the highest duty rating (strongest) for any aluminum extension ladder. IAA's hold more weight safely- the 24' model is pretty easy to move around by myself (see Customer Images for a table with the actual weights of all Werner Aluminum IAA ladders)- rope/pulley raising lowering mechanism works fine- ladder sections separate to make two fixed-length ladders- comfortable if standing on a section that overlaps, since you'll be standing on the inner and outer rung at the same time. Much less comfortable to stand on one rung (rung depth isn't that great) for long periods- rungs can't twist and are tightly attached- outstanding heavy-duty shoe design (the rubber/aluminum assembly the ladder rests on)Cons:- a bit uncomfortable if standing for long periods on the rungs if wearing sneakers. When working for long periods, the Wermer AC-18MT auxiliary platform is a comfortable alternative. My old type IAA aluminum extension ladders have 3" deep rungs/steps, but those old-style ladders were heavier per foot of ladder.- Years ago, extension ladders were designed with the upper section behind the lower section. That design was safer because the top rung/step on the bottom section is in back of you and easy to find without looking when descending. Today's extension ladders have the upper section in front. This is less safe, as the lower section is forward of that bottom rung. Be careful.Summary:This is an excellent, very strong, extension ladder; well worth having; but not a good value from Amazon. E.g., the Lowes web site will charge local sales tax, but the total price will still be substantially less than the Amazon vendor's price. Shipping to your local store is free. Pick up the ladder in person and avoid all delivery charges. If the ladder is damaged, it's much easier to return (or reject before pickup) locally..Choosing an extension ladder TypeExtension ladders are available in 5 duty ratings, called Type. The primary difference between Types is weight capacity, but check out WernerLadder (no space) dot com for features of specific models.For example, Werner offers five, two-section, 24' aluminum extension ladder models, one for each Type. Regardless of the length ladder you need, the shipping weights of the 24' models shows the relative weight differences between Types.Model.....Type........Rating....Shipping weightD1124-2 Type III.... 200 lbs; 30 lbs.D1224-2 Type II..... 225 lbs; 33.5 lbs.D1324-2 Type I...... 250 lbs; 40 lbs.D1524-2 Type IA.... 300 lbs; 45 lbs.D524-2.. Type IAA.. 375 lbs; 49 lbs.Factors to consider when buying an extension ladder:- Type (weight capacity) you need/want.- Accessories. Ladder standoffs/stabilizers increase weight at the TOP of the ladder, making it more difficult to erect; levelers increase weight at the bottom of the ladder.- Consider maximum working length appropriate for now, AND future tasks.- Maximum working length is between 3 and 5 feel less than total ladder length, depending on the model, because the two sections overlap; verify specs before buying- Don't buy a longer ladder than you'll likely ever need; longer means heavier, costlier, more unwieldily to setup and take down, and a longer storage area.- A friend bought a too-long extension ladder that was too heavy for him to handle. If possible, try setting up a ladder of the desired length & type, before purchasing. You might be able to do this at the store/lumber yard, where ladders are sold.- Fiberglass ladders are 20% heavier than comparable (type/length) aluminum models.- Get aluminum if you'll never work around power lines; they are lighter and cheaper.- Get fiberglass if you'll ever work around power lines; they won't conduct electricity.- Think about storing it before you buy. Nothing rusts on these ladders, but they will get permanently filthy and the aluminum will pit, if stored outside.- Werner does not make IAA ladders (aluminum or fiberglass) over 32', because they would be too heavy for most men to handle by themselves.- If you need a ladder for one job only, consider renting or borrowing one.
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