Mounting Base for Boarding Ladder (Ø25 mm Universal Bracket)

This ladder mounting base is designed to provide a strong and reliable attachment point for your boat’s boarding ladder. It acts as a “socket” into which the bottom ends of the ladder fit and lock when the ladder is in use. The base is made from a highly corrosion-resistant alloy – typically cast bronze with chrome plating or polished stainless steel. These materials are ideal for marine use, as they maintain their strength and appearance even after years in saltwater and sun exposure.

The construction features a U-shaped bracket or socket where the ladder’s tubing rests. It’s universal in size – with a 25 mm internal width, meaning a standard 25 mm ladder tube will seat snugly. If your ladder has 22 mm tubes, usually the clamping screws on the base can tighten down to hold the smaller diameter, or a thin sleeve can be added to ensure a tight fit if necessary. Once inserted, the ladder is secured to the base via a pin, bolt, or other locking mechanism (depending on your ladder’s design) – this prevents the ladder from coming loose or wobbling during use.

Mounting the base to the boat is done with bolts or screws. The base has pre-drilled holes, typically in a standard flange pattern (e.g., 2 or 4 holes). It’s recommended to use stainless steel bolts and a suitable sealant during installation to avoid leaks and galvanic corrosion. The base should be mounted on a flat, solid surface – for instance, on the top of the swim platform or on the vertical transom wall – wherever you want the ladder to attach.

One advantage of having such a base (especially if you install a second base on the opposite side of the stern, for example) is flexibility: you could easily move a removable ladder from one side to the other as needed for boarding. Also, if the ladder is not needed – you can quickly lift it out of the base and remove it, leaving the platform clear. This is useful while underway (so the ladder won’t bang in the waves) or during off-season storage.

Over the years, original ladder bases can wear out – particularly if they were made of less robust material or if pins have wallowed out the holes. Replacing them with new ones made of quality alloy ensures that your ladder remains stable and safe each time it’s used. Safety is paramount – a shaky or loose ladder base is a risk for accidents. This mounting base eliminates that risk by holding the ladder firmly in place.

In summary, product 00582 is a small but essential component for any boarding ladder. Its universal design and high quality make it suitable for a wide range of boats – from small RIBs and motorboats to mid-sized yachts – anywhere a secure ladder attachment point is needed.

• Universal compatibility – can be used with nearly all portable boarding ladders on the market thanks to its standard size.
• Improves safety – eliminates ladder wobble and gives confidence while boarding that the ladder won’t slip out of place.
• If the original base is lost or broken, this product provides a quick fix without needing to replace the entire ladder.
• Can be installed additionally – e.g., at a second entry/exit point on the boat – increasing versatility (one ladder, multiple mounting locations).
• Manufactured by EVAL (Greece) – a proven marine equipment maker, ensuring reliability and quality workmanship.