Raymarine A9X to Axiom 9 Adapter Plate, Existing Fixing Holes, Black Powder-Coated Finish

Overview

The Raymarine A80526 is an adaptor plate for installing an Axiom 9 multifunction display in the opening left by a Raymarine a9x Series display. It is made for upgrade work where the helm already has a legacy Raymarine cutout, so the new display can sit neatly in the same mounting area and use the existing fixing holes.

The plate has a powder-coated black finish that visually matches the Axiom display. For boats with fiberglass or panel-mounted helms, it helps cover the previous display footprint and keeps the installation looking clean without turning a straightforward electronics upgrade into a larger dash refit.

Key features

• Fits Raymarine Axiom 9 multifunction displays when replacing a legacy a9x Series display.
• Uses the existing a9x cutout and fixing holes, reducing the need for extra panel work during an electronics upgrade.
• Powder-coated black finish matches the look of the Axiom display at the helm.
• Helps create a clean faceplate transition when the older display footprint is larger or differently shaped than the new unit.
• Useful for helm refits on cruising boats, fishing boats, and other vessels moving from older Raymarine electronics to an Axiom 9 setup.

Installation and fit

This adaptor plate is for flush-mount style replacement work, not for changing the electrical connections behind the display. The installer should confirm the existing a9x mounting location, available panel depth, cable routing, and access behind the helm before removing the old unit.

Because the plate is made around the Axiom 9 and legacy a9x mounting footprint, it is most useful when keeping the dash layout in the same location. It helps avoid unnecessary cutting on finished helm panels where a clean appearance matters.

Use on board

This is a practical upgrade part for owners replacing an older Raymarine a9x display with an Axiom 9 while keeping the helm tidy. It suits refits where the electronics are being modernized but the boat owner wants to preserve the existing dash layout and avoid extra cosmetic repair work.