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VESA Standard for TV Mounts: The Essential Guide
The VESA Mounting Standard is a set of regulations for monitor and TV
mounts that many brands follow. It defines the distance between the
mounting holes on the back of a TV, so it's important to understand
how the standard works before making a purchase.
What is the VESA Standard?
VESA Standard refers to the regulations that most TV stands follow for
mounting purposes. VESA is an acronym that stands for Video
Electronics Standards Association, a group of companies that have
established standards amongst consumer electronics, including the
mounting hole patterns on the backs of televisions. These standards
can also be referred to as the VESA Mounting Interface Standard (MIS)
or Flat Display Mounting Interface (FDMI). Most major TV brands follow
these standardized screw-hole placements.

How do I find the VESA size of my TV?
Typically, your television's user manual or the manufacturer website
will include this information. If not, you can easily find the VESA
size on your own by doing the following: measure the horizontal
distance between the centers of the left and right screw holes for the
first measurement. Then, measure the vertical distance between the
centers of the top and bottom screw holes for the second measurement.
It's important to note that VESA sizes are most often expressed in
millimeters. So, if the distance between your TV's mounting holes is
400mm across and 200mm high, its VESA size is 400x200.
What are the VESA Standard Classifications?
The VESA Standard classifications are MIS-B, MIS-C, MIS-D, MIS-E AND
MIS-F. The most common of these standards are MIS-D, MIS-E AND MIS-F.
How do I Choose a Wall Mount?
Most TV wall mounts fall into one of two categories: X-frame or
H-frame. X-frame TV mounts are better suited for devices with square
VESA sizes (like 400x400), whereas H-frames are more versatile thanks
to their adjustable arms, which can accommodate a wider range of VESA
sizes.
What is the Standard VESA Screw Size?
Screw size will vary depending on the VESA size of your television. M4
screws are typically used with smaller sizes (under 200 mm). M6 screws
are the common choice for 200x200 televisions and M8 screws are for
even larger screens.
VESA Standard | Hole Pattern | Screw Size | Screen Size | Monitor Weight |
---|---|---|---|---|
FDMI MIS-B | 50 x 20 mm | M4 x 6 mm | 4"-7.9" | ≤ 4.4 lbs |
FDMI MIS-C | 75 x 35 mm | M4 x 8 mm | 8"-11.9" | ≤ 10 lbs |
FDMI MIS-D | 75 x 75 mm or 100 x 100 mm | M4 x 10 mm | 12"-23.9" | ≤ 30.8 lbs |
FDMI MIS-E | 200 x 100 mm | M4 x 10 mm | 24"-30.9" | ≤ 50 lbs |
FDMI MIS-F | 200 mm increments | M6 x 8 mm ; M6 x 10 mm; M8 x 15 mm | ≥ 31" | ≤ 250 lbs |
In Summary
Understanding the VESA Standard makes shopping for TV mounts and
mounting your television much easier. Once you've determined your
television's VESA size, you will be able to find a compatible wall
mount. If you still have questions about the VESA standard or if a
particular mount is compatible with your television, reach out to an
Abt television expert at 800-860-3577.