RAM X-Grip Universal Cradle for 9-11" Tablets with Dual Suction Cup Retention Arm

RAM-B-189-UN9-ALA1-KRU RAM® X-Grip® with Dual Suction for 9"-11" Tablets, Retention Knob Arm

RAM-B-189-UN9-ALA1-KRU pairs RAM's spring-loaded X-Grip® cradle for 9-11" tablets with a dual Twist-Lock™ suction cup base and a medium arm with a retention knob, for added security against joint slippage in rougher conditions.

Key Features

• Spring-loaded X-Grip® cradle with rubber-tipped arms grips the tablet without covering the screen
• Dual Twist-Lock™ suction cup base gives a strong hold on glass and non-porous plastic
• Retention knob arm resists unwanted movement at the ball joint
• Rear grip knobs for quick tablet release
• Lifetime warranty on the mount hardware, with the suction cups excluded as a wear item

Works With

Most 9-11" tablets with or without a sleeve or case, including full-sized iPads and Galaxy Tab 9.7/10.1 devices. See the RAM-HOL-UN9U listing for a fuller compatible device list. Both cups sit on a single fixed plate, so this kit suits flat or gently curved glass; for a strongly or compound curved screen see the pivot version, the RAM-B-189-PIV1-UN9U.

Dimensions & Specifications

• Cradle min width: 158.75mm (6.25")
• Cradle max width: 205.7mm (8.1")
• Max length with supports: 260.4mm (10.25"), unlimited without supports
• Max thickness: 22.2mm (0.875")
• Arm overall length: 94mm (3.69"); socket-to-socket 76mm (3")
• Suction base diameter: two 83.8mm (3.3") cups
• Materials: powder-coated steel, marine-grade aluminium, high-strength composite
• Weight: 1.16kg (2.55 lbs)

What's Included

• RAM-B-201-ALA1-KRU standard arm with retention knob
• RAM-B-189BU dual twist-lock suction cup base
• RAM-HOL-UN9U X-Grip® universal 9-11" tablet holder
• RAM-B-202U 62mm round base with 1" ball

Care & Warranty

• Smooth, non-porous surfaces only — anything rough or textured lets air past the seal and the cups will not hold.
• Clean the surface thoroughly before you apply the cups.
• If the vehicle is left sitting in extreme heat or cold, release the cups and stow the mount rather than leaving it loaded.
• RAM® classes suction cups as a general wear item, so the cups are excluded from warranty cover. The base, arm and cradle hardware are covered as normal.

Videos

• RAM X-Grip overview

FAQs

What does the retention knob add? It clamps the ball-and-socket joint harder than a standard knob, so the arm is less likely to creep under vibration. Worth having in aircraft, off-road and marine use where a standard arm can gradually sag.

Will it hold on a curved windscreen? Both cups sit on a fixed plate, so this kit is at its best on flat or gently curved glass. On a strongly or compound curved screen the pivot version, the RAM-B-189-PIV1-UN9U, is the better choice — each of its cups articulates independently and can be repositioned to suit convex or concave surfaces.

Will my tablet fit with a case on? Measure the width of your tablet with the case, sleeve or skin fitted. The cradle opens from 158.75mm to 205.7mm wide and takes devices up to 22.2mm thick.

Are the suction cups covered by the warranty? No. RAM® treat suction cups as a general wear item, so they sit outside the lifetime warranty. The rest of the mount hardware is covered as normal.

What surfaces will the cups stick to? Glass and other smooth, non-porous surfaces. Textured dashboards, matte plastic and anything with a grain won't hold. Clean both the cup face and the surface before mounting — a RAM adhesive disk is the usual workaround where there's no suitable glass.

Shipping: If this item shows as being in stock then it will usually ship from our Auckland warehouse in 1 business day. If it says to enquire then please get in touch as we may be able to get this back in for you.