There are 2 toggle bolts for this type of mounting and they did not work well.
Projector ceiling mount toggle bolts.
I m considering using toggle bolts to attach the mount to the ceiling drywall but i have unpleasant visions of the projector ripping out of the ceiling.
So i searched here and quickly came to a realization that hanging anything heavy from the drywall ceiling is a terrible idea.
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I am preparing to ceiling mount my benq 8700 and i ve found that the ceiling joists are not in good locations for attaching the mount.
Toggle bolts will hold much more than 7 5 pounds in ordinary 1 2 inch thick drywall and provided you don t overtighten them pulling through the back of the board or the toggles don t expand properly you won t have any problems with the weight.
The one drawback is the hardware included hardware for mounting directly to drywall ceiling.
The major factor is the amount of weight you plan on hanging from your toggle bolts.
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Choosing the method to use is very important and can keep you from having a bigger problem later.
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I installed a projector and a screen a few days using toggle bolts in my drywall ceiling.
I know this is 5 years later but just for anyone else with a similar problem toggle bolts are awesome.
These are superior choices and mechanically superior both in terms to the way they support and fasten loads.
There are several ways to install toggle bolts in your ceiling.
I went to lowe s and picked up toggle bolts.
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One of the anchors didn t open all the way up and the screen fell.
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If you choose this type of mounting i would highly recommend buying your own toggle bolts to use.
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The toggle bolts and drywall ceiling should be plenty strong for this operation.