Articulating TV Wall Mounts

The articulaing TV wall mount is the most flexible installation choice and is the only practical option when viewing positions change frequently. Articulation encompasses quite a few different axis movements and not all mounts will incorporate every movement.

To starts, let's break down the various adjustments and define what they mean:
  • Extension - The TV can be pulled away from the wall in the horizontal plane.
  • Pan (Swivel) - The TV can be turned left or right from a central pivot point in the horizontal plane.
  • Tilt - The screen can be angled up or down in the vertical plane.
  • Rotation (Roll) - The TV can be turned in place, like a car steering wheel. Used to level the screen.
For a mount to pan and swivel it must usually extend. Extension allows the TV to be moved away from the wall in order to create enough clearance. Depending on the mount and size of the TV it's possible to position the screen perpendicular to the wall.

Articulating mounts come in two basic designs:

Single Arm
Single arm mounts usually require a single wall stud and are best suited for small to medium sized displays and monitors. The 'arm' typically has three joints, shoulder, elbow and wrist, providing extension, pan, swivel and tilt movements. A few designs also incorporate rotation.

Dual Arm
Dual arm mounts can handle the largest TVs and are more targeted towards heavy duty use. Most models incorporate extend, swivel, pan and tilt movements. Dual arms usually require two studs to mount correctly. Some dual arm designs allow lateral alignment adjustments to help center the TV on a wall.

Product Summaries



Bell
Bell'O 8160DB TV Wall Mount  
Bell'O claim that their 8160DB TV wall mount is "quite possibly the world's easiest mount to install". To make sure it is they include...
Cheetah APDAM3B TV Wall Mount
Cheetah APDAM3B TV Wall Mount  
The Cheetah APDAM3B articulating wall mount is an upgrade to the top selling APDAM2B, but with the added feature of a roll adjustment.
Peerless PA730 TV Wall Mount
Peerless PA730 TV Wall Mount  
The Peerless PA730 articulating TV wall mount is well suited for everyday work environments, such as kitchens and home offices where you want a TV that is readily at hand when need it, but out of the way when you don't.
Peerless PA740 TV Wall Mount
Peerless PA740 TV Wall Mount  
The Peerless PA740 offers a low cost, quality wall mount that comes with an impressive range of movements for a very competitive price.
Unibrak UNB 550 TV Wall Mount
Unibrak UNB 550 TV Wall Mount  
The Unibrak UNB-550 TV wall mount is well engineered and can accommodate 24" stud spacing with loads up to 200lbs. Yep, this mount means business.
Opteka HRM-100 TV Wall Mount
Opteka HRM-100 TV Wall Mount  
The Opteka Hercules HRM-100 articulating wall mount is built like a tank and weighs about as much. If you're planning on hanging a 50"+ TV and want full articulation this mount can deliver.
Level Mount DC30SJ TV Wall Mount
Level Mount DC30SJ TV Wall Mount  
The Level Mount DC30SJ articulating wall mount offers simple installation, good range of motion and innovative design that is both practical and portable.
Cheetah APSAMB TV Wall Mount
Cheetah APSAMB TV Wall Mount  
The Cheetah APSAMB TV wall mount weighs in at a hefty 27lbs of solid steel and has a load rating of 165lbs. But is a single arm design strong enough?
Sanus VMAA26B TV Wall Mount
Sanus VMAA26B TV Wall Mount  
The Sanus VMAA26B will clearly appeal to the home entertainment enthusiast. Professional engineering make this TV wall mount a stand out from the crowd.
VideoSecu ML10B TV Wall Mount
VideoSecu ML10B TV Wall Mount  
The VidioSecu ML10B is a lightweight articulating wall mount that is well suited for small to medium sized flat screen PC monitors or LCD TVs.
Sanus MF215-B1 TV Wall Mount
Sanus MF215-B1 TV Wall Mount  
The Sanus Vision Mount MF215 separates itself from the pack with a an unusual feature not normally found in a TV wall mount.
Sanus VM400B TV Wal Mount
Sanus VM400B TV Wal Mount  
The Sanus VM400B is the perfect TV wall mount for those tricky corner locations. It's solid as a rock, a snap to install and comes with all the right moves.
AVF EL404B TV Wal Mount
AVF EL404B TV Wal Mount  
The EL404B TV wall mount is part of AVF's 'eco-mount' product line that bills itself as the first carbon neutral mount system. Sounds great, but can it hold a TV straight?
Cheetah ALAMLB TV Wall Mount
Cheetah ALAMLB TV Wall Mount  
The Cheetah ALAMLB is a nifty little TV wall mount with easy installation and solid construction. Throw in some stylish looks and low price and it looks like a smart buy.
VideoSecu ML520B TV Wall Mount
VideoSecu ML520B TV Wall Mount  
The VideoSecu ML520B articulating TV wall mount is ideal for home offices, kitchens and recreational vehicles.
VideoSecu MP27B TV Wall Mount
VideoSecu MP27B TV Wall Mount  
The VideoSecu MP27B offers an uncluttered single arm design with a full 180° swing and +/-15° tilt coupled with a generous 27" extension.
Cheetah APDAM2B TV Wall Mount
Cheetah APDAM2B TV Wall Mount  
The Cheetah APDAM2B articulating wall mount features over 21" of dual arm cantilevered extension, a slim 4.25" profile, and can tilt +/-15 degrees.
VideoSecu MW370B TV Wall Mount
VideoSecu MW370B TV Wall Mount  
The VideoSecu MW370B is a cost effective TV wall mount constructed of high grade steel making for a robust platform that can handle up to 55" displays.

As with all TV wall mounts, proper anchoring is vital. Make sure that the mounting screws are securely set into the wall studs. Never attempt to install a TV wall mount on top of bare plaster or sheet rock. It will almost certainly fail, with disastrous consequences.


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