Chief CMS036, 91.2 cm, Fixed — Fixed 91.2 cm ceiling extension column
The Chief CMS036 is a 91,2 cm fixed extension column designed for ceiling-mounted projector and flat panel display installations. Built for AV integrators and installers, it drops equipment to the precise height required in classrooms, conference rooms, auditoriums, and commercial spaces. Its Speed-Connect design and aluminium construction make it fast to install and robust in daily operation. Compatible with any Chief 1.5" NPT ceiling plate or accessory, it fits seamlessly into the broader Chief ecosystem. TAA compliant and backed by a 10-year manufacturer warranty, this column is a reliable, no-compromise choice for permanent ceiling-mount installations.
Universal 1.5" NPT Compatibility
The CMS036 uses the industry-standard 1.5" NPT thread on both ends, making it compatible with the full Chief accessory ecosystem — ceiling plates, mounts, swivel adapters, and joining columns. This means the column can be inserted into existing Chief ceiling-mount systems without additional adapters, and combined with other NPT columns to create custom drop lengths. For permanent installations in high-ceiling venues such as auditoriums, exhibition halls, or hotel conference rooms, this flexibility is essential: the exact drop can be engineered from available column lengths rather than ordering custom hardware.
Flow-Through Cable Management
A dedicated cable exit port runs through the column, allowing signal and power cables to be routed internally from ceiling to mount head. The result is a clean, professional finish with no exposed cable runs alongside the column — important in visible installations such as boardrooms, retail spaces, and classrooms where aesthetics matter and cable clutter is unacceptable. Internal routing also protects cables from accidental snagging, reducing the risk of intermittent connections during the display's service life.
High Load Capacity with Lightweight Aluminium Build
Despite its aluminium construction — which keeps shipping weight low and makes one-person installation practical — the CMS036 carries up to 227 kg. That far exceeds the weight of any standard projector or flat panel, providing a large safety margin for installations subject to vibration, e.g. near HVAC equipment or in venues with active audiences. The lightweight profile also reduces ceiling structure loading, simplifying structural sign-off in retrofit projects.
TAA Compliant — Government & Education Ready
The CMS036 meets Trade Agreements Act (TAA) requirements, making it eligible for US federal government, defence, and publicly funded education procurement contracts. Integrators working on government facilities or publicly tendered school projects can specify this column without triggering compliance exceptions, streamlining the bid and procurement process.
10-Year Manufacturer Warranty
Chief backs the CMS036 with a 10-year limited manufacturer warranty — unusually long for a mounting accessory. This directly reduces total cost of ownership in long-cycle installations such as permanently fitted auditoriums or corporate boardrooms, where replacing hardware mid-life is disruptive and expensive. It also signals the build quality and component confidence that Chief is known for across the professional AV market.
