Can this be secured across 3 studs or only 2?
919684
Ed, I am 99% sure it won't go over three studs. FYI, I have steel studs and did not secure it to any studs. I used "Toogler" brand toggle bolts to secure it to the wall sold at Lowes. (Google Toggler) I have an older 55" Viszio TV (31 lbs ) attached for nearly 4 years and it is snug as a bug. I used Sanus's interactive installation guide to determine the height and I was able to install it exactly where I wanted it - no guessing. Good Luck!
919685
It only needs to be mounted on (2) studs. It does not, however, need to be centered about the mounting studs allowing adjustment for centering on the wall. The tv itself can also be shifted left or right once the mount has been fixed to the wall. Snap toggles are recommended for steel studs. This has been a great product, and I have recommended it to several friends.
919686
Not sure completely because my husband installed it, but I remember that he drilled 2 holes on the wall, so I guess is only 2 studs.
919687
It is designed to extend only across 2 studs of standard 18" on center width. This is plenty for its weight rating. The problem comes in when centering on a wall. Often, especially when centering over a mantel, one stud is at or near the center of the wall, leaving one half of the mount unsecured. However, if the other side is secured to a stud then toggle bolts will be sufficient on the other side to resist torque.
919688
It can be mounted across 2 studs, 16 inches on center, and as long as the top and bottom rails are securely attached to both studs, it does not need to be centered on the span.
2005341
I attached mine under a suspended kichen cabinet. Yes to your question if you screw to a stud.
793733
I have the same wall mount. I have mine set up for two studs, although if necessary there holes in the center if I wanted to set it up for just one stud. I chose the 2 stud option to be safe.
1115692
Yes, but you are not going to have as secure of a mount on the stud. The mounting holes are oriented vertically but there are 2 rows. In the vertical position you get 3 large holes for the large screws, in the horizontal position you would only have 2 holes unless you modified it.
1338691
Should definitely work, but the two arms may be a bit too close if you want a balanced two-point support, not perfect for single point hang. The previous answer's tip on stud is a good one.
1840811
Ceiling stud will hold it with only 2 hooks, but 4 hooks would give it more stability as the rack is pretty good size.
1044087
I might try it myself, but the engineer in me would not recommend it. I think it would be hard to distribute the weight equally across the 3 hooks. You might try hanging a good picture-hanging cable from each hook, then securely join these 3 cables together to hold another cable for the mirror. You will definitely want to use the big screws into studs. Good luck.
1630592
Yes you can, however what I would do is bolt a 2x4 across the two studs and then bolt this to the 2x4. It will work great. God bless and have a great and safe week. let me know how it turns out. t
775937
You can mount it through multiple holes on the back/wall plate. I was easily able to mount it to two studs, and (if I remember correctly) I think I could have done three if I aligned it right.
959577
It has to be mounted to two studs. Its very heavy but very well made. I love mine but I had to modify a steel mounting plate to my wall because the space I wanted to install it did not have two studs close enough.
835420
For safety, drilling into a stud is preferred. If not possible, I would suggest using a drywall anchoring device.
891469
You can do both. It will set on the floor and has the key like attachments if you want to secure it to a wall. I suggest if you are going to mount it to a wall find moly "fixtures" and layer them in multiple units. If you do find a stud, anchor that on that side. Use moly bolts/fasteners if your 2x4/ are not where they should be.:)
2067639
Yes, the mount can be positioned up to about 2 inches left or right of being centered on the studs.
365981
If the 40 inch measurement is center-to-center, you would be able to secure only 2 of the 3 brackets to studs. The middle bracket would have to be secured with toggle bolts (if your wall is sheetrock). The length of the "rails" is 42 inches, and the brackets are 2 inches wide with the mounting holes centered. Would it be strong enough? Depends on the weight of your TV. I would try to contact the company for informed advice.
1469530
I dont see how it can be mounted to "multiple" studs. I have this mounted to a main beam in my basement. It is very well built but hard to hold onto when your hands are sweating. good luck
175118
Well that a very tuff question. Because if I say one of the brackets . And you don't hit a stud. This would be very bad. I used both brackets an its still hanging. So for the money! I would rather be safe then sorry. Thats just me. Hope this helped.
996065
Yes sort of. It can be mounted using only one stud. Becasue of where I wanted to put it on the wall it would not be centered with two studs. It gives you an option to mount with just one stud. Check the Omnimont website for directions. It was in the directions.