Chief CPAE300W, 300 cm, Fixed

The Chief CPAE300W is a fixed-length 300 cm extension column in white, engineered for ceiling projector installations that require significant drop distance. Part of Chief's CPAE pin-connection column family, it is compatible with Chief's dedicated pin-connection ceiling plates and projector mounts. Its tool-friendly design and inlay-style cable channel make it a practical choice for integrators working in large venues such as auditoriums, lecture halls, and conference rooms where ceilings are high and projector placement is critical. The white finish ensures a clean, unobtrusive appearance against light-coloured ceilings.

Pin-Connection System for Fast Install

The CPAE300W uses Chief's pin-connection interface at both ends of the column, allowing the column to seat and lock into compatible Chief ceiling plates and projector mounts quickly and securely without complex threading or special tools. In practice this means an integrator can position the column and confirm the connection in seconds rather than minutes, reducing time on a ladder in high-ceiling environments. It also makes future servicing significantly easier — if a projector needs to be swapped or repositioned, the column can be disconnected and reconnected without disturbing the ceiling plate or cabling infrastructure.

Inlay-Style External Cable Management

An integrated cable inlay runs along the outside of the column, providing a dedicated path for signal and power cables without requiring them to be pre-threaded through the interior before installation. Cables can be laid into the channel and removed at any time, which is a meaningful advantage in spaces that see frequent AV updates or equipment changes. This eliminates one of the most time-consuming steps in column-based projector installations and reduces the risk of cable damage during future service visits.

300 cm drop. Pin-connect. Cable-ready. Cut to fit.

Compatible with Chief pin-connection ceiling plates and projector mounts · 10-year limited warranty

Cut-to-Length Customisation

The 300 cm column can be cut down to any shorter required length on-site, giving installers the flexibility to achieve the precise drop distance needed without ordering a different model or fabricating custom hardware. This is especially useful in venues where the exact ceiling height is confirmed only during installation, or where architectural features such as beams or coffers reduce the available drop. A single CPAE300W can effectively serve as multiple shorter columns, simplifying spare-parts logistics for integrators who stock inventory for multiple sites.

High Load Capacity for Heavy Projectors

The CPAE series columns are rated to support up to 226,7 kg, which comfortably accommodates even large-format installation projectors that can weigh 30–60 kg, along with the associated mount hardware. This generous safety margin means the column does not become the limiting factor in mount selection, and installers can specify it confidently across a wide range of projector models without recalculating load ratings for each project.

White Finish for Discreet Ceiling Installations

The 'W' suffix denotes the white colour variant, matched to light-coloured ceilings common in educational and corporate environments. A white column blends into the ceiling plane rather than drawing the eye, which is important in spaces such as classrooms or boardrooms where visual aesthetics matter to the end client. Chief offers the same column in black for darker or exposed-ceiling environments, so the correct finish can be specified per project.