Certikin CM5/18 Premium 5-Tread Standard Swimming Pool Ladder

Name: CM5/18 | 5 Tread ladder
SKU: CM5/18
Availability: InStock

As a retailer of pool and spa equipment, I’m pleased to present this exceptional Certikin 5-tread standard ladder – the premier choice for deeper swimming pools requiring extended access support. This premium ladder represents the maximum tread configuration in Certikin’s standard range, combining robust marine-grade construction with extended reach capability to provide safe, comfortable access to pools where traditional shorter ladders would be inadequate.

Extended Access for Deeper Pools

The CM5/18 five-tread configuration is specifically designed for deeper pool installations where standard 3 or 4-tread ladders would leave users with insufficient step support. This extended ladder provides optimal access for pools typically ranging from 1.5m to 2.0m+ in depth, ensuring users have adequate intermediate steps for safe entry and exit regardless of their height or mobility requirements.

The five-tread design is particularly valuable in commercial applications, diving pools, or residential installations where the pool depth necessitates additional support steps. This configuration ensures no user is left reaching uncomfortably between steps, maintaining safety standards across the full range of pool users.

Premium Standard Design Philosophy

Within Certikin’s comprehensive ladder range, the standard design represents the perfect balance of functionality, durability, and versatility. The standard ladder design focuses on proven engineering principles that prioritize safety and structural integrity while maintaining compatibility with the widest range of pool installations and architectural styles.

This standard design approach makes the 5-tread model an excellent choice for both new installations and retrofits, offering reliable performance without the specialized installation requirements of overflow, undercover, or liner-specific designs.

Superior Marine-Grade Construction

Engineered from AISI 316 marine-grade stainless steel, this ladder delivers exceptional durability and corrosion resistance that surpasses standard pool equipment. The AISI 316 grade contains molybdenum (2-3%), which forms protective chemical compounds within the steel matrix that specifically resist chloride-induced pitting corrosion, making it ideal for both traditional chlorinated pools and modern salt chlorinator systems.

The robust 43mm (1.7″) diameter tube construction provides exceptional structural strength, particularly important in the extended 5-tread configuration where additional loading and leverage forces come into play. This substantial framework ensures the ladder maintains its structural integrity even under heavy commercial use or challenging environmental conditions.

Advanced Safety Engineering

Enhanced Anti-Slip Protection

Each tread features stainless steel anti-slip surfaces as standard equipment, providing secure footing across all five steps. The extended tread count means users have multiple secure contact points during entry and exit, significantly reducing slip hazards compared to ladders with fewer steps and larger gaps between treads.

Professional Safety Standards

This 5-tread ladder fully complies with Domestic Pool Standard EN 16582-1:2015, ensuring it meets current European safety requirements for residential pool installations. For commercial applications requiring compliance with EN 13451-2:2015, additional double treads can be specified for all tread positions to meet enhanced commercial safety requirements.

Extended Reach Safety Benefits

The five-tread configuration provides several safety advantages:

Reduced step spacing minimizes reaching distance between treads
Multiple grip positions along the extended handrail system
Better weight distribution across more contact points
Enhanced stability for users of varying heights and abilities

Revolutionary Pinch Anchor Technology

The ladder incorporates Certikin’s advanced 1.7″/43mm pinch anchor system – specifically engineered to handle the increased loads and leverage forces associated with the extended 5-tread design. The anchor system’s enhanced holding power is particularly important for deeper pool installations where users may exert greater forces during entry and exit.

Installation Engineering

Universal compatibility with concrete, natural stone, tile, and composite pool surrounds
Enhanced load capacity to handle the extended ladder configuration
Secure permanent fixing that eliminates movement under heavy use
Professional installation suitable for both residential and commercial applications

Corrosion Resistance Excellence

Marine Environment Performance

The AISI 316 construction provides exceptional resistance to the challenging aquatic environment, particularly important for deeper pool installations where the extended ladder structure experiences greater exposure to pool chemicals and varying water conditions.

Chemical and Environmental Resistance

The advanced stainless steel construction resists:

Chlorine and all common pool sanitizing systems
Salt water and electrolytic corrosion from chlorinator systems
pH adjustment chemicals and water balancing products
UV radiation and extreme weather exposure
Bacterial growth and biofilm formation across extended surfaces

Protective Component System

Scratch-Resistant Film Protection

The ladder arrives with all stainless steel treads and escutcheons protected by scratch-resistant film that should be removed after installation. This protection is particularly important for the 5-tread configuration with its extended surface area and multiple components requiring protection during transport and installation.

Rubber Shoe Protection

The ladder base incorporates rubber shoe protection that minimizes wear on both pool surfaces and ladder components. This protection is especially valuable in the 5-tread design where the extended structure may experience different stress patterns compared to shorter configurations.

Ideal Applications

This 5-tread standard configuration is perfectly suited for:

Deeper residential swimming pools (1.5m+ depth)
Commercial aquatic facilities requiring extended access
Diving pools where additional depth requires more steps
Public and semi-public pools with diverse user requirements
Training facilities where extended access improves safety
Both concrete and liner pool installations
New construction and retrofit applications

Maintenance and Longevity

The AISI 316 construction dramatically reduces maintenance requirements while the standard design ensures long-term parts availability and service support. The extended 5-tread configuration, while more substantial than shorter alternatives, maintains the same low-maintenance characteristics that make Certikin ladders a preferred choice for commercial installations.