Description
Module 2: The 10-Second Procurement Snapshot
- Brand: ABB
- Full Model Number: DSPC172 / 57310001-ML
- Lifecycle Status: Legacy / Advant Master spare
- Core Function: MasterPiece control-system processor
- Top 3 Technical Specs: 64 MB RAM; 16 MB Flash; 0.1 ms minimum scan cycle*
- Stock & Condition: New Surplus / Tested Refurbished; physical stock confirmed before shipment
*Secondary technical records report these values for the 57310001-ML variant. ABB’s own spare-parts material identifies 57310001-MP separately as a DSPC 172H processor unit, so the suffix must be checked carefully before ordering.
Module 3: Supply Chain & Technical Deep Dive
A failed MasterPiece processor can turn a routine maintenance job into a long outage, especially when the installed Advant system is decades old. DSPC172 57310001-ML is identified as an ABB Master CPU / processor board for the Advant OCS and MasterPiece control-system family. ABB’s own spare-parts material lists the related DSPC 172H processor under the 57310001-MP part number, confirming that these processor variants remain relevant to legacy Advant installations.
For the ML version, available technical records specify 64 MB RAM and 16 MB Flash, with a reported minimum scan cycle of 0.1 ms. These figures should be treated as variant-specific, not generic DSPC172 specifications. The key TCO decision is simple: if this CPU is a single point of failure for a production-critical MasterPiece system, one tested spare can be far cheaper than extended production downtime. Keep the exact suffix and hardware revision in the inventory record.
Module 4: Migration, Compatibility & Field Traps
Replacement Matrix
| Approval Item | Assessment |
|---|---|
| Replacement Type | Direct replacement candidate for an existing DSPC172 57310001-ML |
| Exact Part Match | DSPC172 / 57310001-ML |
| System Family | ABB Advant Master / MasterPiece |
| Processor Function | Master CPU / processor unit |
| Software Compatibility | Verify MasterPiece system software |
| Hardware Revision | Check before installation |
| Hardware Modification | Normally not required for an exact match |
| Engineering Approval | Required before commissioning |
⚠️ Field Trap 1 — ML vs MP Suffix
This is the important one.
ABB documentation lists 57310001-MP as a DSPC 172H Processor Unit, while secondary records identify 57310001-ML as the standard DSPC172 Processor Board.
Do not order “” without the suffix.
Match the complete part number.
⚠️ Field Trap 2 — Configuration Backup
Before removing the processor:
- Back up the current MasterPiece configuration.
- Record the software revision.
- Photograph module position and connections.
- Record hardware revision and serial number.
- Preserve any applicable memory/configuration information.
A processor can power up correctly and still require configuration restoration before the process system returns to service.
⚠️ Field Trap 3 — Do Not Mix Technical Data
Some online listings assign different CPU architectures, memory values, and interface specifications to variants. The available records are not consistent.
For an engineering approval, use the exact ABB order number, installed hardware revision, and applicable system manual.

ABB DSPC172 57310001-ML
Module 5: Quality Assurance & Testing SOP
A processor board needs more than a visual inspection. The replacement should be checked in a compatible Advant Master/MasterPiece environment before it becomes emergency inventory.
1. OEM Identification Inspection
- Verify ABB identification.
- Confirm / 57310001-ML.
- Record serial number.
- Record hardware revision.
- Inspect PCB and connectors.
- Check for corrosion, oxidation, heat discoloration, or repair traces.
- Compare the board with an approved reference.
- Photograph the complete identification label.
2. Power-On Self-Test
Using an appropriate ABB-compatible test environment:
- Apply the specified system power.
- Observe processor startup.
- Check status LEDs.
- Review diagnostic indications.
- Verify processor recognition.
- Monitor abnormal current draw.
- Observe temperature during operation.
3. Processor and System Test
Where the correct MasterPiece test environment is available:
- Verify CPU recognition.
- Check system communication.
- Load the approved test configuration.
- Verify program execution.
- Check diagnostic functions.
- Monitor processor status.
- Confirm expected system response.
4. Extended Functional Test
Run the processor under a controlled test configuration.
Record:
- Processor status
- Communication status
- Diagnostic status
- Program execution
- Temperature
- Test duration
Create a serial-number-specific Test Report.
5. Final QC
- Part number verified
- Suffix verified
- Serial number recorded
- Hardware revision recorded
- Power-up test completed
- Processor test completed
- Communication test completed
- Test report archived
- ESD packaging applied
- Protective packaging installed
- QC label attached
Module 6: Procurement-Driven FAQ
1. Is ABB 57310001-ML physically in stock, and can it ship immediately?
Physical inventory should be confirmed against the actual unit before a delivery commitment is made. For emergency maintenance, confirm the ML suffix, condition, test status, serial number, and shipping cutoff.
2. Is 57310001-ML the same as 57310001-MP?
No. Treat them as separate procurement items. ABB’s own material identifies 57310001-MP as a DSPC 172H Processor Unit, while available records identify 57310001-ML as .
3. What condition should I buy for a legacy MasterPiece system?
A tested unit is preferable for an outage-critical application. Ask for the actual unit’s serial number, hardware revision, power-up results, system-test results, and photographs.
4. Could software or configuration differences prevent a replacement from working?
Yes. Back up the installed MasterPiece configuration and record the system software revision before replacement. Verify the replacement’s hardware revision before restoring the configuration.
5. Is the 64 MB RAM specification confirmed?
For the 57310001-ML variant, available technical records specify 64 MB RAM and 16 MB Flash. Because other variants use different suffixes, these figures should not be transferred to an MP/172H unit without checking its documentation.



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