Chief CEILING STORAGE BOX 2X2 W/POWER - CMS492P2

Product Overview

The Chief CMS492P2 conceals AV equipment above a 2-foot by 2-foot ceiling tile for a clean, professional look in classrooms and conference rooms. It includes a high-performance dual-gang, isolated-ground, dual-receptacle SurgeX outlet with non-sacrificial multi-stage filtration and surge protection. The box carries a 100-pound overall weight capacity and ships with speed-connect hardware for one-person installation. It is UL evaluated for use in air-handling (plenum) spaces and is TAA compliant.

Product Description

The CMS492P2 hides AV equipment above a 2-foot by 2-foot ceiling tile to deliver a clean, professional look in classrooms and conference rooms. A detachable power housing can be pre-installed by electricians on site and assembled to the storage box later, and it accepts up to two single-gang or one dual-gang outlet either inside the box or facing the room, with four nested knockouts for 1-1/4-inch, 1-inch, and 1/2-inch conduit. Built-in ventilation and an AV tray support a variety of components; the box ships with one shelf, with a second shelf (CMSUNV2) and 1U rack rail brackets (CMS1RU) sold separately. Overall weight capacity is 100 pounds (45 kg), with 50 pounds (22 kg) allotted for a projector ceiling plate and 25 pounds (11 kg) per shelf location. It ships with speed-connect installation hardware and lightweight construction for one-person installation, and is UL evaluated for use in air-handling spaces as defined by Article 300.22, sub-clause (C) of the NEC. The integrated SurgeX surge and filter module provides non-volatile spike protection with an LED power indicator, non-sacrificial multi-stage technology, and a non-current-limiting design with redundant protection circuits; its line filter reduces common and differential mode noise by up to 40 dB. The module is rated for 125V, 60Hz, 15 A with an 1875-watt maximum and a 240 VAC continuous withstand rating, and the product is TAA compliant. Browse the full Chief collection for compatible shelves, rack rails, and accessories.

Key Features

• Above-ceiling concealment — Hides AV equipment above a 2-foot by 2-foot ceiling tile for a clean look.
• SurgeX power module — Dual-gang, isolated-ground, dual-receptacle outlet with non-sacrificial multi-stage surge protection and filtration.
• Detachable power housing — Electricians can pre-install it on site and assemble it to the box later.
• 100 lb weight capacity — Overall 100 lb (45 kg), with 50 lb for a projector plate and 25 lb per shelf location.
• Expandable trays — Ships with one shelf; a second shelf (CMSUNV2) and 1U rack rails (CMS1RU) are available separately.
• Plenum-rated — UL evaluated for use in air-handling spaces per NEC Article 300.22(C).
• Noise filtration — The line filter reduces common and differential mode noise by up to 40 dB.
• TAA compliant — Meets TAA requirements for government and public-sector procurement.

Typical Applications

• Classrooms and training rooms with above-ceiling AV
• Conference rooms and commercial meeting spaces
• Government space and multi-purpose room installations
• House of worship and auditorium equipment concealment

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What ceiling tile size does the CMS492P2 fit?
It is designed to conceal AV equipment above a 2-foot by 2-foot ceiling tile.

Q: How much weight can it hold?
Overall capacity is 100 pounds (45 kg), with 50 pounds for a projector ceiling plate and 25 pounds per shelf location.

Q: Can it be used in a plenum (air-handling) space?
Yes. It is UL evaluated for use in air-handling spaces as defined by NEC Article 300.22, sub-clause (C).

Q: What power and protection are included?
It includes a SurgeX dual-receptacle module with non-sacrificial multi-stage surge protection and filtration, rated 125V, 60Hz, 15 A, 1875 W max, reducing noise by up to 40 dB.

Q: Can I add more shelving or rack space?
Yes. It ships with one shelf; a second shelf (CMSUNV2) and 1U rack rail brackets (CMS1RU) are sold separately.

Q: What warranty applies?
This product is covered under the Legrand AV / Chief manufacturer warranty. Contact Creation Networks for current warranty terms and support.