MB-132 flush-mount kit

The Icom MB-132 flush-mount kit is a mounting accessory designed for surface-mount installation of Icom marine VHF stations on a dashboard or bulkhead. It allows the radio to be integrated directly into the helm console, providing a clean finish.

The MB-132 kit is used to integrate your fixed Icom marine VHF into your helm console in a clean and functional way. It replaces the traditional bracket mounting, providing a flush finish and reducing the unit's footprint at the helm station.

Using the MB-132 kit offers several advantages:

A flush, aesthetic integration into the console.

Reduced physical footprint of the VHF at the helm.

Increased protection of the radio’s chassis against mechanical shocks or accidental snags.

Maintenance of the radio’s front panel waterproofing standards.

Yes, the MB-132 flush-mount kit is an Icom-branded accessory designed specifically for their marine VHF radiotelephones.

No, the MB-132 flush-mount kit is a separately sold accessory. It is designed for use with compatible fixed Icom VHF radios, which are not included.

The MB-132 flush-mount kit is strictly compatible with the following Icom fixed VHF models:

IC-M323IC-M423GEIC-M506

No, the MB-132 kit is not compatible with the IC-M330GE model. The IC-M330GE uses a different flush-mount kit, the MBF-5.

No, the MB-132 kit is not suitable for the IC-M510E model. The IC-M510E requires a specific flush-mount kit, the MBF-7.

No, the MB-132 flush-mount kit is developed exclusively for Icom compatible radiotelephones. Its threading and mounting tabs are specific to these units, ensuring optimal structural rigidity.

No, the MB-132 kit is not compatible with all Icom fixed VHF radios. It is specifically designed for certain compact models, such as the IC-M323, IC-M423GE, and IC-M506. It is important to verify the compatibility of your VHF model before purchase.

The MB-132 kit is secured using a clamping system operated from the rear of the console. This mechanism ensures uniform pressure of the radio's front panel against the cutout wall, providing a secure hold.

Yes, installing the MB-132 kit requires cutting a precise opening in the dashboard or bulkhead of your console to recess the VHF and the kit.

Available information does not specify whether a cutting template is included. It is recommended to refer to the installation manual of your compatible Icom VHF for the exact dimensions of the required cutout.

Installing the MB-132 flush-mount kit for your Icom VHF radio involves several key steps to ensure a secure, flush integration:

Surface preparation: The first step is to cut a precise opening in your boat’s dashboard or bulkhead. This cutout must match exactly the dimensions of the compatible Icom VHF radio’s front panel and the MB-132 kit for a perfect fit.

VHF insertion: Once the cutout is made, the VHF radio is inserted from the front into the prepared opening.

Secure mounting: The MB-132 kit is then positioned and used to clamp and secure the VHF firmly from the rear of the console. This rear-mounted clamping mechanism ensures even pressure on the radio’s front panel, keeping it flush with the dashboard surface and maintaining the radio’s front-panel waterproofing standards (up to IPX8 depending on the VHF model), protecting the helm area from water or spray ingress.

This mounting method provides a clean, integrated, and aesthetic finish, distinct from standard bracket mounting.

While specific tools are not listed, installing a flush-mount kit generally requires measuring tools (tape measure, pencil), cutting tools (jigsaw or rotary tool), and fastening tools (screwdriver).

Yes, the MB-132 kit is designed to secure Icom VHF radios (compatible models), ensuring optimal structural rigidity against maritime vibrations, thereby protecting your VHF.

The MB-132 kit offers a flush or surface-mounted installation. This means the VHF is integrated directly into the dashboard or bulkhead surface, leaving only its front panel visible.