The reviews about this being cheaply made are just ridiculous. TVs now days are very light and dont require much support. You should always be mounting into studs and the lag bolts that are provided will do the job (hand tighten lag bolts). This was excellent and I fit a 65in vizio on it with ease.
The install was very simple and not very time consuming (maybe less than an hour for an avg DIY person). Youre going to need a drill and drill bits to drill pilot holes into the studs and then youll need a socket wrench for the lag bolts. Youll most certainly want a stud finder and I found it nice to just use my own level.
The cord is really long but I cant really comment on the quality except that its not a $50-$100 quality cord so dont expect anythings amazing from it (I didnt buy product for cord anyways)
"measure twice, cut once!"
Anyways, for the $25 I paid this thing does an amazing job and I trust it for my 65in TV
EDIT: I have now had for over a year. My tv has hung on just fine. It is very stable and I have no concerns. I have even removed the tv several times to paint or whatever.I should also mention that I've ran into the tv a few times not paying attention, just an example that this mount will keep it on the wall
First off this TV mount comes with a lot of hardware: ST8x50 self tapping screws for wall mounting, concrete anchors, 8.5x17x5 plastic spacers, 8.5x17x10 plastic spacers, M8 washers, M4x15 and M4x30 screws, M5x15 and M5x30 screws, M6x15 and M6x30 screws, M8x15 and M8x30 screws, and a small spanner wrench.
I can't comment on the HDMI cable or the bubble level since I used my own.
My only real gripe with the mount is the wall bracket comprises of two pieces which are held together by two screws in the center. You can see that it bows out in the center in my picture. Now I am mounting an older plasma which is about 50 lbs but that's well under the rated limit. Only time will tell but it'll probably hold okay, would feel more comfortable if it was flush against the wall though. If I had to do it again I'd probably try the cheetah mount or the echogear mount. Although those are two piece as well the cheetah mount isn't connected in the center so it probably won't how out, at least not as much, and the echogear is connected in the center but it looks like it might be reinforced, at least from what I can tell from the pictures.
Bought this mount to install a 65" Samsung TV above my fireplace. I liked that this was a single piece unit, although some assembly is required (attaching the end pieces), the top and bottom brackets are solid all the way across. Installation was straight forward and I liked that they included many different types of fasteners and washers for both mounting to wall and mounting to the back of the TV. Getting the TV perfectly level can be tricky, despite the mount itself being perfectly level, the brackets attaching to the back of the TV may or may not be, so it might require more than one attempt to obtain perfection. Overall, it is holding up well and feels solid, giving me confidence when hanging a large expensive television 6 ft up on the wall. It also provides good clearance in the back for plugs and wires and, if the security screws are not tightened, good access to behind the TV to tilt forward if you need to plug/unplug cords and cables.
NO DROOP!!!! Let me repeat that.... NO DROOP!!! Simply mount, and use your hands to move the tv to the tilt angle you desire. Let go. Done. It stays there. That is the most important and most unique feature of this TV mount, and one not available in other mounts. It was not emphasized in the reviews I read before purchasing. If you think it is important and useful information, please click the "helpful" button on this review.
What I mean by "droop" is the TV tilting forward (screen to ground) as far as possible due to gravity when let go. For a heavier older LCD as I have (100+ lbs, 52" screen, bought in 2009) it sagged instantly with an older mount from a different supplier. I had to prop it up with a block of wood under the bottom edge back then. This new mount is very cleverly designed and "pre-tensioned" (tension also adjustable for heavier sets!) for what they consider an "average" set [weight and CG]. This pre-tensioning means that after mounting your TV, you can simply adjust the tilt angle by grabbing the TV with your hands, and then let go, and it will stay put!
Only downside, and it is pretty minor: My older TV needed 30mm length M8's... the hardware kit only included M8's at 20mm, and many other smaller diameter screws for more modern, flat back and lighter screens than my oldish beast. No worries. Cost me a whole $2.15 at the local hardware store.
Used this bracket to mount a 70 inch Samsung. I read the reviews and cannot understand the complaints. This unit is two pieces that bolt together, so if you are mounting it by anchoring the center only you must make sure the bolts go one way to use the center holes on one side of the bracket. Better to anchor it between two studs, which is what I did. The bracket is not wide enough to span three studs (normally 16 inches on center) but it has ample holes to span the space between two studs. Measure carefully, including the TV (the span between the mounting arms) so you can center it on the wall if the bracket is mounted slightly off center to get four solid mounting points on the studs. Unless your studs are 24 inches on center, this bracket is wide enough to do it for any TV up to 70 inches. Comes with all the hardware you could possibly need, a magnetic level and a 10' HDMI cable. The only complaint I have is the bracket is close to the wall so if you have ham hands, make all your connections BEFORE hanging the TV on the bracket as getting your hands between the wall and the TV can be a bit tight.
Feature Product
- Fits 23" to 75" TV with VESA from 200x100 to 684x400mm (mounting hole pattern up to 26.9" Horizontal by 16" Vertical)
- Low profile display your TV with stylish appearance ; Strong and durable dual steel frames
- Durable construction supports up to 132 lbs; Fits up to 24" studs
- 10 degrees forward easy one-touch tilt to reduce glare, easy install
- Bonus 6" 3-axis Magnetic Bubble level, 10 ft HDMI cable and standard hardware included; assembly required
Description
This low-profile tilt mount is designed for most 23-75 inch flat-panel TVs weighing up to 132 lbs. VESA compliant for simple installation, supports TV with mounting hole patterns up to 26.9" horizontally, and 16" vertically (VESA 684x400mm). Adjustable 10 degrees forward tilts to provide comfortable viewing when the TV is mounted above eye level or to reduce screen glare. Perfect choice for mount your flat-panel TV on a wall, with stylish appearance, and it makes TV viewing so much better. Open wall plate for electrical access. Fit 16" or 24" studs typical in US homes. Common wall and TV attachment hardware are included in the box.
Notice: This mount fits most 23-60" TVs (VESA hole patterns from 200x100 mm (8x4") to 684x400mm (26.9x16")), some up to 65 70 75 inch TVs manufactured in recent 3 years.
I have bought many mounts over the years and with pricing coming down, I decided to mount several LCD and LED TVs in my home. For a mount that can work with small TVs all the way to 75" TVs, this product is excellent. Every part needed for a successful install is needed.
For the smaller size TV, you would only use one of the two back mounting brackets, yet for 40" and above, use both to provide the ability to adjust side-to-side positioning. Includes tilting bracket, which will make this stick out further than a completely flat mount, but that is inherent in a tilt mount, so not a criticism.
One of the nice features as compared to other mounts - the bolts used for mounting are self-tapping, so as long as you find your wall stud, and pre-drill the small hole, you can either use the bolt wrench tool provided, or a socket wrench to drive in the four bolts. I have no concern about mounting a 75-inch LED TV on this mount. For anyone that has tried to use a drill to drive in a large Philips-head screw only to have it start stripping with 1/2 inch still to go, you will appreciate these bolts.
My ultimate recommendation is that I returned to Amazon today to buy two more of these mounts for additional TVs. Great product and easy to install.
It's not bad. Ignore the fact you have to screw the side rails on, it's really not a big deal and once assembled it's very rigid. I have a similar one bought a t a big box store a few years back, I think it overall nicer. One thing, the set screws at the bottom of the chassis mount rails don't really hold it very tightly in place. I'd like it to be tighter, as the TV is lower for couch viewing and I want to be 100% sure no one is going to ever lift it off the mount - like a kid. Overall not bad.
The level sucks. That's for sure. Don't trust it. In the pic I uploaded you can see, it must be mounted at an angle. Liquid don't lie.
Bought this mount for my 65" Samsung Smart TV and can't complain. It's perfect. Easy to install, made from quality materials and very light. At first I was afraid of mounting such a big TV on a thin light mount but it's working great! I highly recommend this.
This is my second purchase of this mount. The first one is holding up a 32" Toshiba REGZA, without incident. It was manufactured in 2007, so it's on the heavier side compared to the LED TVs.
I bought a 55" Samsung from Costco recently and installed this on 16" OC studs without too much issue onto a double drywalled shared wall, (had to use tiny magnets to find nail heads indicating studs), compensated by purchasing new lag bolts with additional 1/2" length. We live near busy railroad tracks, transporting coal, oil, freight, and people. I feel pretty confident this will hold up to the shaking.
Once I grasped the basic idea of the installation it was very simple.
As soon as I completed the installation I got online and ordered another one for the TV in another room. Wondering why we've tolerated setting the TVs on dressers, tables, etc when putting them up on the wall is so simple.
There are two steel bracket strips with holes drilled along the entire length, and it also comes with extenders to these so that they will reach from the top mounting hole in the back of the TV to the bottom one. (These strips bolt to the TV and then they hang onto the wall bracket. Very simple.)
So within the specified limits indicated by the manufacturer, this will fit with all sorts of configurations. The hardware also includes what is needed for installing curved TVs. (And a LOT of extra hardware--bolts, screws, etc--is included for the sake of versatility. You really can't go wrong with this one.
It also tilts up and down nicely.
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