RAM 75x75mm VESA Adapter for Motion C5 and F5 Tablets

Quick answer

If you are mounting a Motion C5 or F5 tablet, the RAM-2461U-MOT9 is the direct-fit choice: it combines a 75mm VESA plate, a 1.5-inch ball, and the hardware needed to attach the tablet. If you are mounting a different device or already have a VESA plate, the RAM-202U round plate with ball is the more flexible component. Choose the RAM-2461U-MOT9 when you want a single part that bolts to the Motion tablet without improvising.

What the RAM-2461U-MOT9 actually gives you

The RAM-2461U-MOT9 is a 75mm VESA plate with a 1.5-inch diameter ball, plus the hardware needed to attach a Motion C5 or F5. That combination matters because the Motion tablet needs a specific bolt pattern and a ball that matches the rest of your RAM arm and base. Instead of buying a generic plate and hunting for screws, you get the plate, ball, and fasteners in one part.

The 1.5-inch ball is RAM's C size, which is the middle of the common RAM ball sizes. It pairs with C-size arms and bases, so if your existing mount hardware is C size, this adapter drops into that system. If your arm is a different ball size, you will need to change the arm or add an adapter, which is a real cost to plan for.

How it compares to the RAM-202U round plate

The RAM-202U round plate with ball is the general-purpose alternative. It has a 1.5-inch C-size ball on a 2.5-inch round plate with pre-drilled holes in the universal 4-hole AMPS pattern, and it is made from powder-coated marine-grade aluminum. That AMPS pattern is the key difference: it fits a wide range of RAM holders, cradles, and third-party AMPS accessories, but it is not drilled for the Motion C5 or F5 bolt pattern.

So the trade-off is direct fit versus flexibility. The RAM-2461U-MOT9 is drilled and supplied for the Motion tablet, which saves time and avoids drilling. The RAM-202U is the better building block if you are mounting something else, if you already own a VESA plate, or if you want an AMPS-compatible base you can reuse across devices. Neither is wrong; they solve different problems.

When a Safe-Case or dock is the better path

If your goal is not just mounting but securing the tablet, a VESA plate alone will not do it. The RAM Safe-Case for Samsung Galaxy Tab A11+ and Tab A9+ is a rugged, modular enclosure built from two-piece steel with a key-locking design that protects against theft, tampering, and tough environmental conditions. It is custom-fit for those Samsung tablets, so it is not a Motion C5 or F5 solution, but it shows the trade-off between a simple adapter and a full protective enclosure.

For Zebra enterprise tablets, the Locking RAM Thin-Dock + Data for Zebra ET401 10-inch is a low-profile, 2.45-inch-deep vehicle dock with a durable metal plate that connects to the tablet's integrated pogo pins for mounting and charging. Again, this is a different device family, but it highlights that if you need charging and locking, a dock or case is the right category rather than a bare VESA plate.

What to check before you buy

Confirm your tablet model first. The RAM-2461U-MOT9 is specifically for the Motion C5 and F5, and the supplied hardware is intended for those tablets. If you have a different Motion model or another brand, do not assume the bolt pattern matches; check the device's mounting points or look for a device-specific RAM holder instead.

Second, confirm your ball size. The RAM-2461U-MOT9 uses a 1.5-inch C-size ball, and the RAM-202U also uses a 1.5-inch C-size ball. If your existing arm or base is a different size, you will need a compatible arm or an adapter. Third, decide whether you need power or security. A VESA plate is a mounting interface only; it does not charge or lock the tablet. If you need those features, look at a dock or a locking case for your specific tablet.

Trade-offs at a glance

• RAM-2461U-MOT9 direct fit: Includes the 75mm VESA plate, 1.5-inch ball, and hardware for the Motion C5 and F5. You get a known fit without measuring or drilling. Best when your tablet is a Motion C5 or F5 and your arm is C size.
• RAM-202U flexibility: The 2.5-inch round plate with AMPS holes and a 1.5-inch ball works with many holders and bases, but it is not pre-drilled for the Motion tablet. Best when you are mounting a different device or want a reusable AMPS base.
• Security and power: A VESA plate does not lock or charge the tablet. Locking cases like the Safe-Case and docks like the Thin-Dock add those functions for their specific tablet models. If you need theft protection or charging, choose a case or dock built for your tablet.

Product facts

• RAM® 75x75mm VESA Plate Adapter for Motion C5 & F5: The RAM-2461U-MOT9 consists of a 75mm VESA plate with a 1.5-inch diameter ball and the hardware needed to attach a Motion C5 or F5. This is the direct-fit option for Motion C5 and F5 tablets, so you avoid sourcing separate screws or drilling a generic plate.
• RAM® Round Plate with Ball - C Size: The RAM-202U features a 1.5-inch C-size overmolded rubber ball attached to a 2.5-inch diameter round plate with pre-drilled holes in the universal 4-hole AMPS pattern, constructed from powder-coated marine-grade aluminum. The AMPS pattern fits many RAM holders and third-party accessories, making it the more reusable base if you are not mounting a Motion tablet.
• RAM® Safe-Case™ for Samsung Galaxy Tab A11+ & Tab A9+: The RAM Safe-Case for Samsung Galaxy Tab A11+ and Tab A9+ is a rugged, modular enclosure built from durable two-piece steel with a key-locking design that protects against theft, tampering, and tough environmental conditions. If security and protection matter more than a simple mounting interface, a locking case solves a different problem than a VESA plate.

Which one fits your setup

Choose the RAM-2461U-MOT9 if

• You are mounting a Motion C5 or F5 tablet and want the plate, ball, and hardware in one part.
• Your existing RAM arm and base use a 1.5-inch C-size ball.
• You want to avoid drilling or sourcing separate fasteners for the tablet.

Choose something else if

• You are mounting a different tablet model, where the bolt pattern may not match.
• You need locking security or charging, which a bare VESA plate does not provide.
• Your mount hardware uses a different ball size and you do not want to change arms or add an adapter.