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Hercules HRM 100 Super Strong Plasma and LCD TV Dual Arm Articulating Wall Mount for 32 Inch to 60 Inch Displays Black

Hercules “Super Strong”

Features:

Universal Mounting fits Most Flat Panel TV’s from 34″ to 60″ Displays
Casted from 2.0/2.5mm thick cold steel
Tilts -15 to +15 Degrees
Supports up to 175 lbs
Universal mounting system
Heavy duty dual arms
Up to 20.3″ extension
Patented tilt system
Built-in bubble level
Included safety screws prevent TV shifting

User Ratings and Reviews

5 Stars HRM-100 Solid and Sturdy
I was a little apprehensive in buying this item on Amazon. I could only find one review on Amazon prior to my purchase. The main complaint of the review was regarding the distance between the wall studs and that fact that this distance was not being spelled out in the specs. However, the review did state that the HRM-100 was “….definitely sturdy.” I couldn’t agree more. The HRM-100 is sturdy as an ox. It is solid steel and built very well. I’m currently using it for a 32″ HDTV. I plan to swap out my TV for a 47″ and I have no concerns regarding the ability of the HRM-100 to support a larger TV. Most homes in the U.S. were built to spec with the studs that are 16 inches apart. So, this should be a non-issue for most buyers. After bolting the HRM-100 to the wall with four huge bolts, I was ready to watch TV. The install was great and directions were sufficient. I recommend this to anyone. I couldn’t believe the price on Amazon compared to other articulating mounts. The HRM-100 was approx 1/2 to 1/3 the price of other options. But a lower price definitely did not mean lower quality. I couldn’t be more pleased with my purchase.

3 Stars Sturdy, but only works with 16″ studs
I bought this product for my 40″ Samsung Series 5 LCD. Because I was planning to upgrade it in the future to a 52″, I went with the larger size. (And the HRM-100 is definitely sturdy.) However, my apartment already has pre-installed TV mount screws at 24″ apart–a stud distance that is not that uncommon. BUT, the Hercules HRM-100 mount only supports a narrow range of 11.75″-18.00″. I would not be upset *had they put this info in the product description*. But they did not, and now I am paying $20 to send it back. My $0.02: go with a product that has better explanation in the product description… or know for sure that you have 16″ studs in your walls.

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