Chief 5" DESIGNER CEILING PLATE - CMA101 is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Product Overview
The Chief CMA101 is a 5-inch (127 mm) designer ceiling plate that provides a cost-effective anchor point for suspended projector and display column installations. It is intended for simple, clean overhead mounts in conference rooms, classrooms, and commercial meeting spaces where a low-profile ceiling attachment is preferred. The plate uses a 4 x 4 inch mounting pattern and ships in a black finish.
Product Description
The CMA101 gives integrators a straightforward, attractive solution for basic ceiling-mounted AV installations.
Its compact 5-inch footprint keeps the visible hardware minimal while the 4 x 4 inch mounting pattern accepts 0.38-inch mounting bolts for a secure structural connection to the building. The plate serves as the ceiling-side anchor in a column-and-coupler assembly, pairing with Chief extension columns and 1.5-inch NPT accessories to suspend projectors or flat panels at the required drop height. Fast and easy installation makes it well suited to high-volume room build-outs where consistency and speed matter. The CMA101 is offered in black, silver, and white so the finish can be matched to the ceiling and surrounding trim. For a coordinated installation, combine it with Chief fixed pipe columns and ceiling-mount accessories. Browse compatible columns and plates in the Chief collection at Creation Networks.
Key Features
- Compact 5-inch plate — The 127 mm diameter keeps visible ceiling hardware minimal for a clean overhead look.
- Cost-effective anchor — Provides an economical solution for simple suspended projector and display installations.
- 4 x 4 inch mounting pattern — Accepts 0.38-inch mounting bolts for a secure connection to the structure.
- Fast installation — Streamlined design speeds high-volume room build-outs.
- Finish options — Available in black, silver, and white to match ceiling and trim.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Legrand AV / Chief |
| Model | CMA101 |
| Product Type | Designer ceiling plate |
| Plate Diameter | 5 in (127 mm) |
| Mounting Pattern | 4 in x 4 in |
| Bolt Compatibility | 0.38 in mounting bolts |
| Finish | Black (also available in silver and white) |
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