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Overview
The RAM® Universal No-Drill™ Laptop features a heavy-duty steel mounting base designed to fit a variety of vehicles. Using the front bench or passenger side seat rail bolts as attachment points, existing hardware is used to secure the laptop mount base in the vehicle. The included RAM Tough-Tray™ is spring loaded to accommodate 10" to 17" laptops. The tray features four adjustable retaining arms with rubber grips. These arms can be moved both vertically and horizontally, enabling a custom fit for varying thicknesses of laptops and access to ports or drives. A screen support and USB light are also available to accessorize the tray. Hole patterns on perimeter of tray facilitate the mounting of additional RAM systems to support phones or other electronics.
Features
- Custom, RAM® No-Drill™ mounting base offers lowest profile in the industry
- Universal adjustable base accommodates a wide range of vehicles (see Additional Information)
- Patented ball and socket mounting system offers shock and vibration damping
- Dual articulating swing arm offers the simplest and most comfortable adjustment points in the industry
- Backed by a lifetime warranty
hardware included:
Assembly Hardware
Stabilizer Foot
product dimensions:
Height Range: 18.25" - 24"
tray dimensions:
Width Range: 10" - 16"
Side Arm Clamp Height: .5" - 1.75"
Tray Depth: 10"
Tray Thickness: 2.125"
hole pattern:
Seat Bolt Distance: 9"-18.875" center to center
ball size:
C Size (1.5")
materials:
Powder coated steel
Marine grade-aluminum
High strength composite
packaging type:
Box
Weight:
14.0 lb
Additional Information:
Vehicles in this compatibility list have been tested and confirmed with this base. For all other vehicles, to determine fitment please review the steps in this document:
Universal Vehicle Laptop Mount Compatibility Guide
Depending on your vehicle, some installations may limit the adjustability of the passenger seat.
Instructions
Documents
Questions & Answers
Have a Question?
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Can someone sit in the passenger seat while this mount is installed?
Technically someone can still sit in the passenger seat when this mount is installed but the mount does take up a considerable amount of leg room and it does make the passenger seat much less comfortable.
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Can I use this on right-hand drive vehicles?
No, for right-hand drive vehicles, you would need the RAM-VB-196-1-SW1.
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Will this work for 2023 Jeep Gladiator
Vehicles in this compatibility list have been tested and confirmed with this base. For all other vehicles, to determine fitment please review the steps in this document:
Universal Vehicle Laptop Mount Compatibility Guide
Depending on your vehicle, some installations may limit the adjustability of the passenger seat. -
what is the diameter of the mount tube sections?
The outer diameter is 1.5" and he inner diameter is 1.375"
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WILL THIS WORK IN A 2024 TOYOTA TACOMA?
This would be the best option for the 2024 Toyota Tacoma. Please compare the seat bolt distance range with you passage seat to make sure everythign will fit to your liking.
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What is the maximum weight that this mount can hold?
This is made to hold a laptop and a few accessories max 4lb. Could probably get away with 5lbs in standard use but if in heavy duty environments no more than 4lbs.
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Can this fit in a 2023 or 2024 Tesla Model Y?
You will want to compare your seat bolt distance to the hole pattern range on this product page.
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Assuming the measurements in the compatibility guide work, could these be used in the back seats?
Yes, as long as the seat bolts fall within the compatible range and there is sufficient room on the floorboard, the RAM-VB-196-SW1 could be installed in the back seat of a vehicle. Please find the installation instructions here to provide examples of how that base can be installated.
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what is the weight capacity of this mount? can it handle a 5-pound laptop?
Yes, the RAM-VB-196-SW1 will accommodate a laptop that heavy. Typically the maximum weight recommended for the C size components is 4lbs, but the swing arms for the no drill mounts are able to support more weight than the double socket arms.
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How can I be sure the universal mount is compatible with my vehicle before placing an order?
There is a compatibility guide available in the “Resources” section of this product page. The compatibility guide will show you how to measure your passenger seat bolts and surrounding area to make sure the mount can be installed in your vehicle.
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does this work with the RAM® Remove-A-Pole™ Riser for Vehicle Laptop Mounts:RAM-VB-REM1
No, the RAM-VB-REM1 is not compatible with the RAM-VB-196-SW1 (Universal No Drill Laptop Mount). The Remove a Pole is attached between one of the vehicle specific no drill bases and a lower tele pole, the lower pole in the Universal No Drill Laptop mount is welded to the base plate itself.
Add-on & Accessories
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