Ball & Socket Sizes - RAM® Mounts
This video explains RAM® ball-and-socket sizes, including A, B, C, D and E size components, and why matching the correct ball size matters when building a RAM® mounting system.
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Home / Video Guides / Ball & Socket Sizes - RAM® Mounts
What this video covers
This video explains the main RAM® ball-and-socket size categories, from smaller A size components through to larger E size systems. It is a useful overview if you are trying to understand why RAM® components use lettered sizes and why matching the correct ball size matters.
The guide covers common ball diameters including A size at 9/16 inch, B size at 1 inch, C size at 1.5 inches, D size at 2.25 inches and E size at 3.38 inches. Components are generally designed to work with other components from the same size family, so a B size holder should be paired with a B size arm and base.
It also introduces the idea that larger or more rugged applications may require a larger ball size, depending on the device weight, vehicle type and level of vibration.
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Transcript
This video provides an overview of the five distinct size categories for RAM Mounts' ball-and-socket components, labeled A through E.
Key Takeaways:
• Standardized Sizes: The product line is divided into five letter-coded sizes based on the ball diameter:
• A Size: 9/16"
• B Size: 1"
• C Size: 1.5"
• D Size: 2.25"
• E Size: 3.38"
• Interchangeability: Components are modular and fully interchangeable within their respective letter-coded size.
• Application-Specific Capacities: Choosing the right size depends on the intended application, the environment, and the weight of the device. The video provides a helpful chart outlining the maximum weight capacity (ranging from 0.5 lbs to 15 lbs) for each size depending on whether the mount is used in a car, tractor, boat, or forklift.