FANAUE Aluminum Phone Holder with 1" Ball Head Adapter (RAM size B, SA-01) for motorcycles & bikes
Product description
If you ride and want your phone in reach without messing about with fiddly arms, the FANAUE aluminium phone holder with a 1-inch ball head adapter is designed around exactly that kind of setup. It’s built to suit RAM mounts size B accessories, and the core selling point is the 1-inch ball head that can rotate and lock the phone position as you move.
That said, it’s not a universal “any phone any way” solution without checking fit. Like most ball-head style holders, the quality of your final setup depends on choosing the right RAM size and making sure your device sits within the stated range.
The essentials
This phone mount uses a 1-inch ball head adapter compatible with RAM mounts size B double-socket arms (SA-01). The idea is simple: you attach the ball head to a compatible RAM-style arm/track, then adjust the phone angle without your mount feeling loose. The phone cradle is shaped so it shouldn’t block core functions like the camera, ports, screen, or buttons.
For day-to-day riding, the convenience is in the “pick up and place” operation. The holder uses an automatic spring mechanism so you can clip your phone in and out with one hand (no tools, and no constant readjusting of the horizontal/vertical direction).
What stands out in use
On paper, this looks like the sort of mount that targets stability under vibration rather than just holding a phone loosely for photos at the traffic lights. A few details are meant to help you feel more confident:
- The 1-inch stainless steel ball head is wrapped at the contact point with a high-quality anti-slip rubber head cover, which should help protect the ball area and improve grip.
- There’s an anti-loosening knob that rotates a spring-lock mechanism through 180°, intended to reduce the chance of the phone drifting.
- A textured rubber pad inside the cradle is meant to improve friction and reduce scuffs.
The combination is especially relevant if your rides include rougher roads or anything that makes your bars bounce. In a practical micro-scenario: imagine you stop at a junction, glance at navigation, then get going again over uneven tarmac—this type of mount is built to keep your phone in the same orientation rather than slowly sagging.
Key specifications (worth checking)
The stated fit range matters more than brand claims. This holder is designed for smartphones from 6 to 8.5 inches and supports a device thickness of 14 mm. It also specifies compatibility with RAM mounts size B.
Material-wise, the adapter body is aluminium alloy 6061-T6, with an anodised oxidation treatment (described as multi-stage) for corrosion and oxidation resistance. That’s the sort of detail you’d generally want if your setup might see rain, salty air, or general “British weather” grime.
Compatibility & device fit
This mount is positioned as a RAM size B accessory: the 1-inch ball head adapter is meant to connect to RAM mounts size B double socket arm systems. The phone clamp is designed to accommodate fairly common modern phone sizes (as listed by the product), including models like iPhone 14/13/12/11 Pro Max and Galaxy S21/S22 series.
One limitation to keep in mind: your end result depends on your phone’s dimensions and thickness fitting the stated range, and on whether you already own (or plan to use) RAM mounts size B hardware. If your existing mount system is a different RAM size, you may find it doesn’t integrate as intended.
Where it shines (and where it may not)
It’s a solid choice if you want a phone mount for a motorcycle, bike, scooter or similar vehicle where you need one-hand operation and you care about angle stability. The aluminium construction and the described corrosion-resistant anodising treatment also point towards longer-term use rather than a short-lived clip-on.
It may not be the best match if: - Your phone is outside the 6 to 8.5 inch range or thicker than the stated 14 mm. - You don’t actually have (or plan to buy) a RAM mounts size B setup to pair with the 1-inch ball head. - You’re expecting a super-flexible universal cradle that can accommodate unusual phone cases or mounts without checking clearance first.
Should you buy it?
Buy it if you’re building (or upgrading) a RAM size B phone mount setup and you want an aluminium, anti-slip, ball-head style holder with an automatic spring clip mechanism and an anti-rotation locking approach.
Skip it if your main concern is purely “any device, any mount” compatibility, or if your phone thickness/size is likely to fall outside the stated range. Also, if your current mount ecosystem isn’t RAM size B, it may leave you doing extra compatibility work.
Mini FAQ
Does the 1-inch ball head rotate for angle adjustment? Yes. The adapter is described as rotatable through 360° to adjust the phone direction horizontally and vertically.
Is it tool-free to install? The product description states installation is convenient without tools.
Will it block phone functions like buttons, ports or the camera? The cradle shape is described as not affecting the functioning of the camera, ports, screen, and buttons.
What phone sizes does it support? It’s designed for phones from 6 to 8.5 inches, supporting a thickness of 14 mm.
Is it suitable for bumpy roads? It includes an anti-slip rubber pad and a locking/anti-loosening design, intended to keep the phone secure even on rougher roads.