Description
Product Overview
The ABB DSPC172 57310001-ML is a central processor module for legacy ABB MasterPiece control systems. ABB’s product documentation places it under MasterPiece processor modules and identifies MasterPiece 200 and MasterPiece 200/1 as associated central-unit platforms. Within a configured control system, the processor executes the control tasks assigned to the central unit and works with the system’s communication and I/O hardware.
For plant maintenance, correct identification matters more than broad claims about processor speed or memory capacity. The standard DSPC172 must be distinguished from the DSPC172H variant, which has a different order code. Third-party listings publish conflicting processor architectures, memory figures, interface counts, and power requirements, so those values should not be treated as confirmed specifications without the matching ABB hardware documentation.
When sourcing an ABB DSPC172, match the complete ordering code, module label, hardware revision, and installed system configuration. Check the required firmware or system software compatibility and verify that the proposed replacement supports the existing application. For used or refurbished stock, request photographs of the actual module, documented inspection results, and evidence of functional testing. A board that appears physically compatible may still fail to start correctly or communicate with the existing system if its configuration differs.
The DSPC172 is therefore best procured as a system-specific central processor spare, not as a generic controller that can be installed in any ABB rack. Confirm the installed platform and its approved spare-part designation before committing to a replacement.
Product Introduction
The ABB DSPC172 is a central processing module for MasterPiece 200 and 200/1 systems within the Advant OCS family. ABB identifies the standard module by ordering code 57310001-ML.
For a replacement, verify the module label, system software requirements, rack configuration, and interface arrangement. Do not substitute the DSPC172H based solely on its shared model-family name.
Key Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | ABB |
| Model | DSPC172 |
| Ordering code | 57310001-ML |
| Product type | Central processor module |
| Product family | MasterPiece processor modules |
| Control-system family | Advant OCS with Master software |
| Associated platforms | MasterPiece 200 / MasterPiece 200/1 |
| Processor architecture | Not confirmed in the ABB product record reviewed |
| Processor speed | Not confirmed |
| RAM / Flash | Not confirmed |
| Communication interfaces | Verify against the hardware revision and system documentation |
| Supply voltage | Not confirmed |
| Operating temperature | Not confirmed |
| Installation method | Follow the applicable MasterPiece rack and service documentation |
| Protection rating | Not confirmed |
Engineering caution: The ABB product record confirms the model, ordering code, and product family, but does not substantiate the detailed electrical and processor specifications commonly copied between supplier listings. Use the correct technical manual for installation and commissioning.
DSPC172
Related Products
These are related identification or comparison references, not automatically interchangeable replacements.
- ABB DSPC172H — 57310001-MP: Related H variant; verify firmware and hardware compatibility before substitution.
- ABB DSPC170: A different processor designation. Do not infer direct replacement compatibility from the similar model name.
- ABB MasterPiece 200 / 200/1: Host control-system platforms documented for the .
- ABB Advant OCS: The broader control-system family in which the is cataloged.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is the ABB ?
It is a central processor module listed for ABB MasterPiece 200 and MasterPiece 200/1 control systems within the Advant OCS family.
Q2. What is its ordering code?
ABB’s product record lists 57310001-ML for the . Check the physical label before ordering.
Q3. Is DSPC172H the same module?
It is a related but separately designated variant. The DSPC172H is listed as 57310001-MP. Confirm compatibility with the installed hardware and software before considering substitution.
Q4. What are its processor speed and memory capacity?
The ABB product record reviewed does not confirm these values. Obtain the applicable technical manual for the exact module before using performance figures for engineering decisions.
Q5. Can it replace a DSPC170?
Do not assume so. The models have different designations, and direct interchangeability has not been established here. Verify the system configuration and approved replacement documentation.
Q6. What should be checked before purchasing a used module?
Confirm the full order code, module revision, host system, software compatibility, connector condition, functional-test results, and warranty terms. If the unit is offered as refurbished, ask what tests were actually performed.
Q7. What information should be provided for an accurate compatibility check?
The most useful details are the installed processor’s full label, the MasterPiece system model, the current software revision, and whether the proposed replacement is a standard or DSPC172H.
