RAM® Universal Marine Electronic Ball - B Size

Part#: RAM-B-111BU
UPC: 793442111112

Compatibility

Garmin

GPSMAP 162 GPSMAP 168 GPSMAP 175 GPSMAP 180 GPSMAP 180C GPSMAP 182 GPSMAP 185 GPSMAP 188 GPSMAP 232 GPSMAP 238 Striker 5 Series Striker Plus 5cv Striker Vivid 5cv
$19.49

Size Guide

Ball sizes
  • A Size 0.56" ball
  • B Size — this product 1" ball
  • C Size 1.5" ball
  • D Size 2.25" ball
  • E Size 3.38" ball

Every RAM® mount is built around a rubber ball and socket system. The ball size sets how much weight the mount can carry. Match it to your device for smooth adjustment with a rock-solid hold.

RAM Mounts ball size specifications and typical uses
Size Ball Diameter Max Load* Best For
A0.56" (14.3 mm)0.5 lbAction cameras and other ultra-light devices
B — this product1" (25.4 mm)2 lbsPhones, GPS units, and small tablets — the most common size
C1.5" (38.1 mm)4 lbsLarge tablets, fish finders, and rougher rides
D2.25" (57.2 mm)6 lbsRugged tablets, laptops, and heavy equipment
E3.38" (85.9 mm)15 lbsLarge displays and demanding aviation or industrial use

*Approximate capacity for a standard ball with a mid-length arm. Shorter arms and steel-reinforced posts increase real-world capacity.

Reading part numbers

The letter after RAM tells you the ball size: RAM-B-166 uses a 1" B ball, while RAM-D-201 uses a 2.25" D ball. C size parts are the exception and carry no letter, so RAM-201U is a C size arm.

Overview

The RAM-B-111BU consists 1" diameter rubber ball connected to a flat 6.25" x 2" rectangle base. The base contains different combinations of pre-drilled holes which will match up to many electronic devices and mounts, including Marine GPS, CB Radios, Ham Radios, Gimbal Brackets and more.

hole pattern:

See Drawing

plate size:

6.25" x 2"

ball size:

B Size (1")

weight capacity:

Standard Use: 2 lbs
Heavy-Duty Use: 1 lb

materials:

Marine-grade aluminum

packaging type:

Poly Bag

Weight:

0.31 lb

Additional Information:

This plate is a universal mounting bracket with a selection of mounting hole locations. In certain applications additional holes may need to be drilled for proper fit with your electronic device.

Return Policy:

All products purchased from RAM® can be returned within 30 days with no restocking fee (return shipping not provided). See full return policy here.

QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

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  • is there a backing plate available for this item minus the ball ?

    We currently do not have a backing plate for this mount, with and without the ball.

  • Will this base fit a Humminbird Helix 7 gen 2?

    No, the mounting plate for the Helix 7 Gen 2 is RAM-202U-24.

RAM® Universal Marine Electronic Ball - B Size
$19.49

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