“Does this bracket need studs to be mounted I just moved into a condo where the studs are 24 inches apart. I own the rf-TVMFM03V2 and I can not mount the bracket and I just noticed on the owners manual it says for wood studs only. I have a 50 inch Panasonic plasma tv. Can this wall mount be used without the wood studs and if not which wall mount do you recommend”
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Yes studs required, but the mount will handle 24" on center. I bought two of these. One is mounted in a 16" scenario and one a 24" scenario.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Check the directions / call the manufacturer and ensure that there is not an alternate setup for 24" studs. I would not recommend installing the wall mount unless you can affix it to studs; based upon the size / weight of the television and the mount. My suggestion would be to get a 2x4, cut it slightly longer than the width of the studs in the wall. Secure the 2x4 to the studs, you may have to use 2 or 3 cut 2x4 pieces (secure at top, middle, and bottom of mount), in order to keep the mount level (this is dependent upon the mounting locations on the wall mount). That should work for you and allow you to use the mount; if thats too much, you may want to look for a mount that is suitable for 24" studs.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Any wall mount should be installed by anchoring the screws/lags into wall studs. I wouldn't trust picture anchors to hold the tv; especially a 50". You may have to go with a tv stand if you don't have any studs in your wall. You could drill a hole in the middle of the bracket or end to hit the studs that are 24" apart.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.I just mounted the Rocketfish - Tilting Wall Mount for my 60" tv. I don't have any studs at all. However, I do have 2 layers of drywall which adds strength. I considered using a "butterfly clip" but with the 2 layers of drywall I decided it wasn't necessary and it worked great.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.No you can use wall anchors that support what you need I mounted 2 of the 4 screws to a stud for more support. Most anchors out there can support over 80 lbs I don't know too many tvs that weight that much. :) good luck!
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