Ram Mounts Composite Double Socket Swivel & Ratchet Arm

The RAM Mounts RAP-B-200-2U is a composite connecting arm designed for the RAM mounting system, featuring 1″ ball sockets on both ends with an integrated ratchet adjustment mechanism. This mounting component allows riders to connect RAM bases to device holders while providing infinite angle adjustability through its ratchet design. The composite construction makes it lighter than metal alternatives while remaining weather-resistant and non-marring to painted surfaces.

Technical Specifications

Key Features

Composite Construction: Made from reinforced composite material that resists UV rays and temperature extremes while remaining lightweight and non-marring to motorcycle fairings or painted surfaces.

Ratchet Adjustment: Integrated ratchet mechanism provides infinite angle positioning with audible clicks, allowing precise device orientation without needing to loosen and tighten bolts repeatedly.

Double 1″ Ball Sockets: Features standard RAM 1″ (B-size) ball sockets on both ends, making it compatible with the vast ecosystem of RAM mounting components including bases, cradles, and device holders.

Weather-Resistant Design: Composite material withstands rain, humidity, and temperature variations common in Indian riding conditions without corroding or degrading like metal alternatives.

Use Case Scenarios

• Building custom mounting configurations for smartphones or GPS units on motorcycles by connecting RAM bases to device holders with adjustable positioning
• Replacing damaged or worn arms in existing RAM mount setups without replacing the entire mounting system
• Creating modular mounting solutions that can be quickly adjusted for different viewing angles during touring or daily commutes

Why Choose the RAP-B-200-2U?

• Composite construction weighs significantly less than metal arms, reducing handlebar or mirror mount stress while preventing scratches to fairings
• Ratchet design allows one-handed angle adjustments on the road without tools, unlike traditional tightening knob systems
• Compatible with hundreds of RAM 1″ ball components, giving riders flexibility to configure mounts for phones, action cameras, or GPS units
• Proven RAM Mounts engineering backed by their lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects

Pros & Considerations

Pros:

• Lightweight composite material won’t add significant weight to handlebar or mirror mounts
• Ratchet adjustment provides infinite positioning angles with secure clicks, no tools required for angle changes
• Weather-resistant composite withstands Indian monsoon conditions without rust or corrosion

Considerations:

• Requires additional RAM components (base and device holder) to create a complete mounting solution – this is a connecting arm only, not a standalone mount
• Composite material offers less rigidity than RAM’s metal arm variants when mounting heavier devices like large tablets on rough terrain

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What RAM Mounts components is the RAP-B-200-2U compatible with?

A: This arm is compatible with all RAM components that use 1″ (B-size) ball sockets, including RAM X-Grip phone holders, RAM bases for motorcycles (mirror mounts, handlebar mounts, fork stem mounts), GoPro adapters, and GPS cradles. It will NOT work with RAM’s larger C-size or smaller A-size ball systems.

Q: What’s the difference between this composite arm and RAM’s metal arms?

A: The composite RAP-B-200-2U weighs about 60% less than equivalent metal arms and won’t scratch painted surfaces or fairings. Metal arms (like the RAM-B-201U) offer greater rigidity for heavier devices and more robust vibration damping on rough roads, but add more weight and can corrode in coastal humidity.

Q: How does the ratchet mechanism work on this arm?

A: The ratchet mechanism allows you to swivel the arm to your desired angle and it clicks into position securely. You can adjust the viewing angle with one hand while riding (at stops) without needing to loosen or tighten any knobs. The ratchet holds firmly but can be repositioned by applying moderate force to overcome the detent.

Q: What size ball sockets does this have and can I use it with non-RAM components?

A: This arm has 1″ diameter ball sockets (RAM’s B-size) on both ends. While some third-party manufacturers make 1″ ball-compatible components, RAM Mounts recommends using genuine RAM components to ensure proper fit and warranty coverage.

Q: Can this composite arm hold heavy devices like 10-inch tablets on Indian roads?

A: For devices up to 7-8 inches (most smartphones and small GPS units), the composite arm handles road vibrations well. For heavier 10-inch tablets or when riding on particularly rough roads, RAM’s metal arm variants provide better vibration damping and rigidity, though at the cost of additional weight.

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