CIPA 5" Stainless Steel Convex Blind-Spot Mirror — 5-inch, L-bracket with Adjustable Ball-and-Socket

The CIPA 48502 is a 5" stainless steel convex blind-spot mirror that mounts to existing bracketry to deliver a wide-angle view and reduce vehicle blind spots.

This compact, center-mounted convex mirror combines a corrosion-resistant stainless finish with an adjustable ball-and-socket head and an included “L” shaped bracket to fit a variety of mirror mounts. Engineered for drivers who want a clearer view of adjacent lanes, the 5-inch face balances a broad field of vision with a low-profile design. It’s part of a family of CIPA HotSpot mirrors available in multiple sizes, colors, and mounting or heating options.

How does this mirror improve visibility while driving?

The convex curvature expands your field of view, allowing you to see vehicles and obstacles that a flat mirror would miss. By reducing the extent of blind zones, it helps drivers make better-informed lane changes and merges without extensive head-turning.

• 5-inch convex face enlarges peripheral sightlines
• Wide-angle reflection captures adjacent lanes and merging traffic
• Useful for highway lane changes and tight urban maneuvers

How do I mount and adjust the CIPA 48502?

The mirror ships with an L-shaped bracket for straightforward attachment to compatible bracketry; replacement brackets are available separately. Once mounted, the ball-and-socket joint lets you tilt and swivel the mirror to dial in the exact angle for your vehicle and seating position.

• Center-mounted design works with many mirror supports
• Included L-bracket simplifies installation to existing mounts
• Ball-and-socket adjustment provides full directional control

What materials and sizes are available?

This model features a stainless steel finish for corrosion resistance and long-term durability; CIPA also offers a black finish and larger diameters for different viewing needs. If you need heated or offset mounting options, similar HotSpot variants exist in this product line.

• Stainless steel face resists rust and weathering
• Other sizes: 6", 7.5", and 8.5" diameters
• Alternate offerings include black, heated, and offset-mount versions

Will this mirror fit my vehicle mirror assembly?

The CIPA 48502 is designed to attach to common bracketry using its L-shaped bracket; compatibility depends on your vehicle’s mirror mount. If your current setup requires a different bracket, replacement brackets for this series are sold separately to help achieve a secure fit.

• Center-mount style works with many standard mirror arms
• Replacement brackets available when original bracketry differs
• Mirror sold one per package for single-side upgrades

Who is this for: drivers, fleet managers, and commercial vehicle operators who want an affordable, durable blind-spot solution that installs to existing mirror bracketry. The CIPA 48502 is well suited for cars, trucks, vans, and work vehicles where a compact convex mirror can increase confidence during lane changes, passing, and tight maneuvers. Choose this 5" stainless steel option if you want corrosion resistance, simple adjustability, and compatibility with a broader CIPA HotSpot family of mirrors and accessories.

Features:

• Reduces blind spot for safer driving and confident passing
• Large mirror face and wide angle view provides the ultimate solution to pesky blind spots
• L-Bracket included
• Also available in black, heated versions, and various sizes
• Replacement brackets available