Chief CMS036W, 91.4 cm, Fixed — Fixed ceiling extension column, 91,4 cm, white
The Chief CMS036W is a 91,4 cm fixed extension column designed to lower projectors and flat panel displays to the correct ceiling-mount height. Part of Chief's CMS Speed-Connect Series, it targets AV integrators working in corporate boardrooms, classrooms, auditoriums, and any space where precise drop height is required. The column threads on both ends with standard 1.5" NPT connections, making it compatible with virtually any Chief ceiling plate or NPT accessory. Its lightweight aluminum construction simplifies handling and logistics on the job site, while the built-in cable exit port keeps signal and power cables out of sight for a clean, professional result.
Universal 1.5" NPT Compatibility
Both ends of the CMS036W are threaded to the 1.5" NPT standard — the de facto standard for projector ceiling mounts in the professional AV industry. This means the column connects directly to any Chief ceiling plate, pipe adapter, or NPT-compatible accessory without needing reduction fittings or special hardware. In practice, this makes the CMS036W a versatile drop-in component for both new installations and retrofit projects: an integrator can pair it with existing Chief hardware already on site, or mix models from the CMS series to achieve a precise combined drop height. The compatibility eliminates guesswork during design and prevents costly incompatibility surprises on installation day.
Flow-Through Cable Management
The column is hollow with a dedicated cable exit port, allowing signal and power cables to run entirely inside the drop from the ceiling structure down to the mount. This keeps all cabling hidden along the full 91,4 cm run — an important detail in client-facing environments such as boardrooms, lecture halls, and reception areas, where exposed cables detract from the finished look and can create a support liability. A clean cable path also reduces stress and pinch points on connectors, which over time translates to fewer intermittent signal faults and lower maintenance call-outs.
226,8 kg Rated Load Capacity
The CMS036W is load-rated to 226,8 kg — substantially higher than the weight of any commercial projector or flat panel in current use. For an integrator, this headroom matters because it removes any need to calculate whether a specific heavy laser projector or ultra-short-throw model will exceed the limit. It also means the column can be used confidently in dual-display or specialty rigging configurations. The rating reflects the structural integrity of the aluminum tube and its threaded joints, giving installers a component that will not be the weak link in the mounting chain.
TAA Compliant for Government Projects
The CMS036W carries Trade Agreements Act (TAA) compliance, which is a mandatory procurement requirement for US federal, state, and many educational government contracts. For integrators pursuing projects in government facilities, military installations, courthouses, or federally funded schools, using non-TAA hardware can disqualify an entire bid or force costly post-award substitutions. Having the CMS036W already pre-qualified in the TAA category removes that risk and simplifies the specification and procurement process for these sensitive project types.
10-Year Warranty and Chief Ecosystem Backing
Chief backs the CMS036W with a 10-year warranty — significantly longer than the 1–3 year coverage common on mounting accessories from many competitors. For an integrator, a decade of warranty coverage on a structural ceiling component reduces the risk of warranty labour call-backs and supports the case for specifying Chief across a client's full portfolio of rooms. The column is also part of Chief's broad CMS series, available in multiple fixed lengths and colours, so a single line item covers the entire range of drop heights a project might require.
