Universal Drill Down Pivot Base with 18 Inch Post and Double Ball Socket Arm for Electronic Devices

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  • RAM-PA8218: Includes the RAM-PA8218 18 inch long rigid aluminum 1/2 inch diameter pipe is powder coated and has a 1/2 inch NPT Male thread at either end. This arm is commonly used for many laptop tray mounting systems or to secure other electronic devices.
  • RAM-218-1U: Includes the RAM-218-1U: 1.5 C size ball with .5 NPT female thread.
    • NPT Size: 1.5 inch C ball size and .5 inch NPT female thread.
    • Description: The RAM-218-1U connects to any .5 inch NPT male thread, including the RAM-PA-82xx series. The single socket can connect to any 1.5 inch C ball sized accessory.
  • RAM-201U: Includes the RAM-201U standard length arm:
    • Arm Material: Black powder coated marine grade aluminum with plastic twist knob.
    • Arm Length Socket Center to Socket Center: 4.55 inches.
    • Overall Arm Length: 5.625 inches.

  • RAM-202U: Includes the RAM-202U 2.5 inch diameter plate.
    • Plate Material: Black powder coated marine grade aluminum.
    • AMPS Hole Pattern: Yes. The base has seven holes including the universal AMPS hole pattern.
    • Plate Diameter: 2.5 inch diameter.


  • RAM-101U-VE1 OPTIONS (NOT INCLUDED) Show Below:

    Tough Tray and Accessory Options:
  • NOTE: Please call 224-578-9162 or complete the product inquiry form by clicking here if you need assistance.
  • Optional RAM-234-3 Tough Tray: RAM-234-3 Laptop "Tough Tray" high strength composite spring loaded expandable tray. Accommodates laptops from 9.625 to 16 inches wide (screen sizes up to 17 inches). The tray includes 4 side clamping fingers with rubber grips. The fingers are fully adjustable and can be moved both vertically and horizontally.
    • Tray Depth: 10.0 inches
    • Tray Thickness: 2.125 inches
    • Tray Width (Expansion): 9.625 inches to 16 inches NOTE: Works with most 17 inch screen laptops.
    • Side Clamp Arm Height: 0.5 inch (min) to 1.75 inches (max)
  • NOTE: RAM MOUNT RECOMMENDS the RAM-234-SNMU Safe-n-Secure kit if the laptop mount is intended to hold an electronic device while the VEHICLE IS IN MOTION with the RAM-234-3.

    • Optional RAM-234-6 Tough Tray: RAM-234-6 Tough Tray II is smaller in size, compared to the original Tough Tray (RAM-234-3), making it more versatile in mounting various types of smaller laptops (netbooks), tablets and portable DVD players.
    • Tough Tray II Dimensions: The device dimensions the RAM-234-6 Tough Tray II will accommodate are listed below:
      • Tray Depth: 6.0 inch
      • Tray Thickness: 1 inch
      • Tray Width (Expansion): 8.56 inches to 12.31 inches
      • Side Clamp Arm Height: To 1 inch (maximum)
    • RAM-234-3 and RAM-234-6 Available Options:
      • RAM-234-S2U locking screen support secures the laptop screen in a locked position. Available for both RAM-234-3 and RAM-234-6.
      • RAM-234K1-4U flat side arms allow the laptop lid to close flat when not in use. NOTE: RAM-234-6 comes standard with 4 flat side arms.
      • RAM-234-5U power caddy secures power adapters and cords. Available for both RAM-234-3 and RAM-234-6.
      • RAM-234-SNMU Safe-n-Secure kit shown above is recommended if the laptop mount is intended to hold an electronic device while the vehicle is in motion. Available for the RAM-234-3 only.
      • All Tough Tray options can be viewed by clicking here.

    Optional RAM-234-5U Power Caddy and RAM-234-S2U Screen Support show above.


    RAM-234K1-4U Flat Side Arms and
    RAM-234-SNMU Secure-N-Motion shown above.

    Additional mounting solutions include the Panasonic Toughbook, HAM Radio

    and VESA plates, and Tough Tray II for medium sized electronic devices.