What Is VESA? How to Measure Your TV for a Wall Bracket

VESA is one of the most important measurements when choosing a TV wall bracket. It describes the spacing between the threaded mounting holes on the back of a television or monitor. If the bracket does not support the TV’s VESA pattern, the mounting arms will not line up correctly.

What does a VESA number mean?

A VESA pattern is written as two measurements in millimetres: horizontal spacing × vertical spacing. For example, VESA 400 × 300 means the mounting holes are 400mm apart from left to right and 300mm apart from top to bottom.

Common-looking screen sizes do not guarantee a common VESA pattern. Different brands and models can place their mounting holes differently, so always check the exact television rather than relying on a general size chart.

How to find your TV’s VESA pattern

The easiest method is to check the technical specifications for the exact model number on the television manufacturer’s website or in the product manual. The model number is often printed on a label on the back of the TV.

If the specification is unavailable, you can measure the mounting holes:

  1. Lay the television safely according to the manufacturer’s handling instructions, or measure it while securely supported.
  2. Identify the four threaded mounting holes on the back panel.
  3. Measure from the centre of the left hole to the centre of the right hole. Record this in millimetres.
  4. Measure from the centre of the top hole to the centre of the bottom hole. Record this in millimetres.
  5. Write the result as horizontal × vertical, such as 600 × 400.

Do not measure the outside edges of the holes. Centre-to-centre measurement gives the correct spacing.

What if the holes sit inside a recess?

Some TVs place the threaded holes inside a recessed section or use a curved back panel. This can affect the bolts, spacers and clearance required for the bracket arms. Follow the television and bracket instructions and use only appropriate mounting hardware. Do not force a bracket arm against a raised or curved section of the TV.

VESA is only one part of compatibility

A matching VESA pattern does not automatically make a bracket suitable. Confirm these details as well:

  • Screen-size range: the TV should fall within the bracket’s listed range.
  • Maximum weight: the TV’s weight without its desktop stand must remain below the bracket limit.
  • Mounting style: choose a fixed, tilt or full-motion design for the required viewing position.
  • Port clearance: allow room for power, HDMI and antenna connections.
  • Installation surface: the wall or ceiling and its fixings must be appropriate for the completed load.

Can an adapter change the VESA pattern?

Some mounting systems support adapter plates or extended arms, but only use components specifically approved for the television and bracket. An improvised adapter can change load distribution and should not be treated as a safe fitment solution.

Using the measurements to shop

Once you know the VESA pattern and TV weight, open the product specifications in our TV wall bracket collection. Match all stated limits, not just one of them. If a product page lists a maximum VESA size, confirm that your horizontal and vertical measurements both fit the supported configuration.

Need a second set of eyes? Send us the TV make and exact model number and we can help you compare it with the bracket specifications before ordering.

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