Description
ABB DSPC172 (57310001‑ML) Master CPU Processor Module for Advant OCS / MasterPiece 200/1 DCS System
Product Details
The DSPC172, part number 57310001‑ML, is a high‑performance main processor unit for legacy ABB Advant OCS and MasterPiece 200/1 distributed control systems, upgraded version of DSPC171. Powered by PowerPC 603e processor, it is equipped with 64 MB RAM and 16 MB Flash memory for user control logic, configuration data and runtime process variables storage. This Eurocard‑format rack‑mount CPU integrates dual Ethernet ports, multi‑channel RS232/485 serial interfaces, CAN bus and USB port, supporting multiple mainstream industrial communication protocols. It undertakes real‑time logic execution, I/O data scheduling, fieldbus communication and system diagnosis. It can work cooperatively with DSCL110A redundancy unit to build 1:1 hot‑standby redundant control architecture. Front‑panel LED indicators display RUN, FAULT and communication channel status. This EOL discontinued module adopts 24 VDC power supply, widely applied as spare‑part and retrofit replacement for existing process‑industry DCS racks.
Applications
‑ Power plant boiler and turbine DCS real‑time process control ‑ Petrochemical and refinery continuous production distributed control ‑ Pulp & paper mill large‑scale process automation system ‑ Chemical plant critical loop monitoring and regulation ‑ Metallurgy industry heavy‑duty production line control ‑ Water‑wastewater treatment large‑scale DCS projects ‑ Spare‑part replacement and modernization for legacy ABB Advant OCS / MasterPiece systems

DSPC172
Related Series Models (6+)
- DSPC171
- DSPC172H
- DSCL110A
- DSCS110A
- DSAX110A
- DSDX110A
- DSBC172
Key Features
- High‑performance PowerPC processor, supports execution of complex continuous‑process control algorithms for large‑scale DCS applications.
- Abundant onboard memory resources, accommodates massive control programs, configuration parameters and runtime process data.
- Rich communication interfaces: dual Ethernet, multi‑serial ports, CAN bus, supports Modbus, Profibus‑DP and other industrial protocols.
- Supports hot‑standby redundancy configuration when matched with DSCL110A redundancy control unit, realizing bumpless failover upon CPU failure.
- Standard Eurocard plug‑in rack‑mount structure, fits Advant OCS backplane bus, convenient for installation and on‑site replacement.
- Built‑in watchdog and comprehensive self‑diagnosis mechanism, monitors CPU operation, memory status and communication link health.
- Multiple front‑panel LED status lamps for visual diagnosis of running status, hardware faults and communication anomalies.
- Industrial‑grade hardware design, adapts to long‑term 24‑7 continuous operation in factory cabinet electromagnetic‑interference environment.
Main Functions
- Execute real‑time DCS control logic, closed‑loop regulation and sequence control for field process loops.
- Manage distributed and local I/O modules, collect field measurement signals and output control commands.
- Process and store runtime process variables, alarm information and system configuration parameters.
- Realize multi‑protocol data interaction with HMI, engineering workstation and third‑party automation devices via Ethernet / serial / CAN interfaces.
- Cooperate with DSCL110A module to complete data synchronization and hot‑standby bumpless switch‑over for redundant controller pairs.
- Run continuous self‑diagnosis for CPU hardware, memory and communication circuits, report fault alarms to system.
- Support program download, upload, online monitoring and parameter modification during engineering commissioning and maintenance.
- Serve as core control computing unit for Advant OCS / MasterPiece 200/1 DCS platform to complete whole‑plant process monitoring and control tasks.

