Chxx.OpenWire

Channel Open Wire (5069-IF8)

Allen-Bradley · Compact 5000 I/O Analog Modules

What does Chxx.OpenWire mean?

This boolean tag indicates that the signal wire is disconnected from channel (xx) or the Removable Terminal Block (RTB) is removed from the module. A value of 1 signifies an open wire condition. This prevents accurate input signal readings.

Common Causes

  • Signal wire disconnected from channel (Chxx) terminals
  • Removable Terminal Block (RTB) removed from the module

Repair Steps & Checklist

Click steps to track your progress.

  1. 1

    Confirm that the signal wire is securely connected to the designated terminals of channel (Chxx).

  2. 2

    Verify that the RTB is correctly installed on the module.

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Verified technical data. Last updated: March 2026

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