VESA 100x100 Wall Mount (Parallel Movement / No Tilt)

Model Name:

VESA 100x100 Wall Mount (Parallel Movement / No Tilt)

Description:

I present to you a simple and functional wall mount for a TV or monitor. Designed for the VESA 100x100 standard, this model allows for free screen movement in two planes parallel to the wall (pivot and vertical shift) without the need for a tilt mechanism.

The design has been tested with a 27-inch monitor weighing 5 kg and has proven highly reliable.

Design Features:

* Symmetrical Assembly: The bracket consists of two identical main parts. One is attached to the monitor, the other to the wall.

* Hinge Joint: A special bar connects the two halves of the mount to ensure flexibility. This allows the monitor to slide left and right and rotate relative to the wall. * Scalability: If you need to increase the load-bearing capacity, you can use two pairs of these parts (two sets). This will increase the permissible weight, but proportionally reduce the rotation angle and range of motion of the structure.

* Ease of Installation: The model is equipped with special fasteners (clips/clamps) that allow you to connect the parts together without the use of additional fasteners during assembly.

Required Materials for Printing and Mounting:

* For Monitor Mounting: M4 Countersunk Screws (Recommended Length 16 mm).

* For Wall Mounting: 6x50 mm Anchor with the included screw (or similar material suitable for your wall type).

* Printing Material: It is recommended to use durable plastics (PETG, ABS, ASA, or PLA+) as the structure is subject to static loads.

Important Notes:

* No Rigid Fixation: Please note that this design does not have a mechanism to firmly lock the monitor in place. The screen is held in place solely by friction between the moving parts.

* Influence of Installation: If the wall is uneven or there were inaccuracies during installation, the monitor may move under its own weight.

* Post-Processing Recommendations: For best results, you will need to adjust the parts individually (e.g., sand the surfaces or slightly adjust the allowances). The goal is to achieve maximum friction for secure fixation, while still allowing the screen to be assembled and moved without excessive force.

Printable Files:

The downloads include two file types:

FreeCAD Document (.FCStd) — the original model. Allows you to make changes to the design if necessary.

The 3MF file (prepared in Bambu Studio) is a print-ready file containing a customized print profile calibrated for my printer. It is recommended to use this file for optimal results.

Printing and calibration recommendations:

To ensure proper mechanism operation (the desired friction force), follow this algorithm:

Start with the main parts: Print the two main mounts (housing parts) using the included 3MF file.

Account for shrinkage: After printing the main parts, measure the actual dimensions of the mounting surfaces and rails.

Adjust the hinge bar: Based on the actual dimensions obtained, taking into account material shrinkage, scale the hinge bar model proportionally.

Recommended tolerance: Add a 0.1 mm gap to the measured dimensions to achieve optimal friction. This will allow the structure to hold the monitor in the desired position while still maintaining movement.

Iterative approach: If necessary, you can edit the parameters in the original .FCStd file to more accurately fit the parts together for a specific plastic type.