Dual Back-to-Back Large Flat Panel Ceiling Mount

The Peerless-AV SmartMount PLB-1 is a back-to-back ceiling mount tilt box for installing two flat-panel displays on a single ceiling-mounted assembly. It accommodates screen sizes from 30 to 90 inches, supports landscape or portrait orientation, and has a listed load-capacity range of 150 to 300 lb. Its black, powder-coated steel construction is intended for indoor use.

Ideal Use Cases

The PLB-1 is suited to indoor installations that require two displays to face opposite viewing areas. Its back-to-back configuration consolidates both screens around one ceiling-mounted position, while independent adjustment on each side helps address different viewing directions. Support for both landscape and portrait orientation provides flexibility for installations using conventional widescreen content or vertically formatted information.

Compatibility with 1.5-inch NPT threaded extension pipes also makes the mount appropriate for applications requiring a customized ceiling drop. It can be integrated with compatible Peerless-AV AEC or EXT columns and PLP adaptor plates for custom ceiling-mount configurations.

Why Choose This Model

The PLB-1 combines dual-display support, adjustable viewing angles, and pipe-based installation compatibility in one dedicated ceiling-mount component. It supports two flat-panel displays measuring up to 90 inches and provides a maximum listed load capacity of 300 lb. Each side of the tilt box offers -5 degrees to 2 degrees of forward tilt and 36 degrees of swivel adjustment, allowing the two displays to be positioned for their respective viewing areas.

The mount is VESA compatible and constructed from steel with a black powder-coated finish. It is also listed as TAA compliant, RoHS compliant, and manufactured in the United States. A five-year limited warranty supports long-term installation planning.

Installation and Integration

The PLB-1 connects to 1.5-inch NPT threaded extension pipes, allowing the mounting height to be adapted to the installation. Peerless-AV identifies AEC and EXT columns, along with PLP adaptor plates, as components that may be used in custom applications. The source information specifically states that the mount is not compatible with AEC006009, EXT002, or EXT006.

Assembly is required. The listed package contents include the back-to-back ceiling mount tilt box, a mounting collar, and installation instructions. Adaptor plates and extension columns are not identified among the included components. Installers should verify the required display interface components and column compatibility for the planned configuration.

Performance Highlights

The mount supports two displays from 30 to 90 inches and permits either landscape or portrait placement. Its listed minimum load capacity is 150 lb, while its maximum load capacity is 300 lb. The tilt-and-swivel function gives installers control over display direction after the ceiling position has been established.

Marketing information specifies -5 degrees to 2 degrees of forward tilt and 36 degrees of swivel on each side. The technical data also separately lists a maximum tilt angle of 20 degrees, a minimum swivel angle of 36 degrees, and a maximum swivel angle of 360 degrees. These published values should be considered alongside the exact installation configuration and connected components.

What Makes It Different

Unlike a single-display ceiling mount, the PLB-1 places two large flat-panel displays back to back within one tilt-box assembly. This arrangement serves two opposing viewing directions without requiring two separate ceiling positions. Independent adjustment on both sides further supports alignment for each audience.

The dedicated ceiling-mount form factor measures 5.22 inches high, 5.60 inches wide, and 8.82 inches deep. Its steel construction, powder-coated black finish, 1.5-inch NPT pipe compatibility, and support for Peerless-AV mounting-system components provide a defined foundation for custom dual-display installations.

Final Assessment

The Peerless-AV SmartMount PLB-1 is a focused solution for indoor, back-to-back installation of two 30- to 90-inch flat-panel displays. Its 300 lb maximum load capacity, landscape and portrait support, adjustable tilt and swivel, and compatibility with 1.5-inch NPT extension pipes address the central requirements of a large dual-display ceiling installation. TAA compliance, RoHS compliance, United States country of origin, and a five-year limited warranty complete its published specifications.