QualGear Pro-AV QG-KIT-CA-3IN-B Single Joist Ceiling Adapter, 3" 1.5" Projector Mount Kit Accessory, Black

It was relatively simple to install a Sony VW285 on this. The hardware and instructions are both very good. br>br>I'm not a fan of the quick release system, but all I had to do was add some thread locker and a safety strap, and I was good to go. This is where things start to go wrong. br>br> This isn't NPT at all! The threads on NPT are tapered, but not on these. You'll fail if you try to replace the bottom part with an NPT compatible mount. br>br>Why would I replace it after only a few months? With any projector other than a very light one, leveling is impossible. You must first loosen four screws (one on each side), then position it where you want it, and then tighten the screws. The adjustment options are limited, and the screws are soft (easy to strip). br>br>The most important thing here is that they stop referring to this as an NPT. I also think they should get rid of the quick-release mechanism. The entire projector is suspended from four soft screw heads, and a good bump would bring it crashing down.

Julissa Page

| Nov 01, 2021

Because the weight difference between the older and newer Sony 4K projectors was nearly double, I felt it was necessary to also upgrade my current ceiling mount when I upgraded to a newer Sony 4K projector. This new mount is ideal for the Sony unit, and after only a few minutes of fiddling around with it, the image is perfectly centered and stable on the screen. It's time to watch a movie. br>It's been up for over a month and hasn't moved. I did drill out the mount holes to allow for larger lag bolts to be installed in the rafters. I doubt it was necessary, but because of the projector's size and the unit's cost, I felt better doing it. This mount is extremely sturdy, and it comes with all of the necessary adjustments for fine-tuning the projector. The hole in the middle of the tube also served as a cable management system for the fiber HDMI cable that runs from the ceiling. The base cover conceals the hole. Perfect!! The unit does not hang too low to the ceiling, but it is also not what I would call a flush mount. Without the down tube, you can't put it together. Both ends of the tube are threaded, and each end screws into the other. To keep it from vibrating loose, there are set screws. I considered taking the tube to a local hardware store to have it shortened further, but I decided to use it as is. I did not shorten the tube because there is enough room for proper air flow around the projector and access to all of the adjustment screws. I have no reservations in recommending this mount to others.

Sasha Mooney

| Jul 14, 2021

I needed a mount with a specific length drop, and this was nearly the only option with a swappable pipe length system that appeared to be reliable. If this didn't work, I was planning on getting a Peerless mount, which would set me back well over $150 with all of the bells and whistles. I'm glad I took the plunge and tried out this mount. br>br>I was concerned that this wouldn't fit my BenQ HT2050a, but after looking at the measurements, it appeared that with a little tinkering, this could fit pretty much anything. I'm happy to report that this is compatible with the BenQ HT2050 / HT2050a. See the first image for an example of how I connected all three mounting points. I was also able to direct the mount toward the screen (there are arrows pointing in the right direction). I only required three arms, so the fourth was removed as well. The outstretched arm in front of the screen also does not obstruct the image. br>br>The current measurements that I got with the default 3 inch included pipe (which actually measures to something like 4. 25 inches) are as follows: The distance from the ceiling to the center of the lens was 10 inches (75 inches with the threads). 5 inches. It had to be at least 11 o'clock for me. 5" - 12". This mount, thankfully, works with the standard 1. The plumbing aisle at Home Depot has 5" NPT threaded pipes. So I bought a 6" NPT 1 as a result. I believe I paid $6/$7 for a 5" threaded pipe. It will now sit for me at 11 o'clock with this pipe swapped out. 75" - Perfect. br>br>Another concern I had was that the pipe would not line up with one of my joists, which run longways in the room rather than side to side; the directions say to use the center holes only for mounting to a wood joist and the other four for cement installation. I needed it to be offset from the joist, so I used one of the wood joist's corner holes and a toggle bolt that can hold up to 95 pounds in the opposite corner hole. To me, it appears to be quite durable. To be honest, that one screw in the joist should be enough to keep it in place. br>br>It took me a couple of hours after work to measure, prep, figure out the mounting situation on the projector, run to Home Depot, measure five more times, and then decide on a spot, making sure I wasn't going into a joist, and finally install it. Trying to figure out where you want it to sit puts a lot of pressure on you. For flexibility's sake, I'll probably mount a painted piece of plywood to the joists if I need to move it down the road. br>br>I'm overjoyed that it's up and running now, and that I can get back to work on the room/screen. I would give it five stars based on what you get. With the 1. , it's simple and straightforward to rotate and adjust the length. The threads are 5" NPT. My circumstances, prior experience, mounting requirements, and length requirements are all irrelevant to the product.

Matias Gilbert

| Aug 23, 2021

The special security Allen wrench and the three sets of bolt sizes for mounting into projector holes were missing from the parts bag when I received a like new used order. I had to hunt down bolts and use my own Allen wrench for security. It was strange because the parts bag had not been opened, but there were items missing. I'm guessing that's why it was returned? Apart from that, the mount's weak bolts have been a source of contention. The Zinc concrete thin metal anchors, in my opinion, should be discarded because they appear to be junk. l, as well as being extremely flimsy. I wouldn't be concerned if the projector bolts to the legs aren't overtightened and the projector weighs less than 30 pounds. I used it to mount an Epson 3800 projector, which is probably overkill for a 17-pound projector, but I wanted a sturdy mount with a long expandable leg reach to save money on the like-new product. I didn't use any fancy anchors because I mounted it to a ceiling joist. It was a nice touch to include joist template paper for drilling screw holes. If you're concerned, simply purchase new mount bolts and double-check the tightness of all Allen bolts. You should be fine if you don't overtighten the screws.

Dorian Bailey

| Apr 07, 2021