ABB Advant Master
Don’t let a discontinued part paralyze your production. Your legacy ABB system still has years of life left.
At Moore Automation, we act as the "specialized first-aid warehouse" for the world's industrial giants. When your plant faces a shutdown because an ABB Advant Master core board has failed and the original manufacturer says "obsolete," we step in. Released in 1992 as a universal platform to evolve the early ABB Master system, the Advant Master DCS has left a profound impact on industrial automation. We specialize in sourcing the hard-to-find, discontinued, and mission-critical "industrial brains" and core components.
With a massive on-site inventory, we offer faster delivery than the OEM and provide an exclusive 12-month warranty on all parts, ensuring your proven equipment stays as reliable as the day it was installed.
1. Ready-to-Ship: Advant Master Core Boards & Peripheral Components
We carry a comprehensive stock of genuine ABB spares, precisely covering the control, communication, and human-machine interface layers of the Advant Master system. On this page, you will find the following key components:
- Processors & Memory Cores: Including the PM511V16 processor module and DSMB 175 memory board. These serve as the physical cores of Advant Master high-performance controllers (like the AC 450 / AC 410).
- Communication & Interface Modules: Such as the CI526 / CI526V1 communication interfaces and DSCA 114 asynchronous communication board.
- Power Supplies & Battery Units: Featuring the DSSB146 DC/DC converter board and DSSB140 battery unit for stable, redundant power.
- HMI & Display Components: Including the DSPB120 display processor board and IH581/B enhanced operator trackball.
2. Architecture Breakdown: The Synergy Between Advant Master and S100 I/O
Advant Master is a complete Distributed Control System (DCS) platform, while the S100 rack-mounted I/O is the dedicated input/output subsystem equipped for this platform. The two combine perfectly to form a complete control architecture that supports improved redundancy schemes and operates stably in harsh environments.
3. Seamless Modernization: The System 800xA Evolution Path
Is it time to modernize your operator interface without the headache of a total system overhaul? You can seamlessly integrate your legacy control hardware into the modern System 800xA Operator Workplace.
| System Level |
Legacy Advant Master |
System 800xA Evolution |
| Core Controllers |
AC 450 / AC 410 (PM511, etc.) |
Retained; Supported for gradual evolution to AC 800M |
| I/O Architecture |
S100 Rack-Mounted I/O |
Retained; Fully compatible, supporting redundancy |
| Operator Interface |
Advant Station (DSPB120, etc.) |
Upgraded to System 800xA with Aspect Objects |
Why choose this evolution path? It is the most cost-effective way to protect your investment. By integrating with System 800xA, you gain advanced data visualization while preserving your underlying controller boards and field I/O wiring.
Ensure Operational Continuity
Reliable hardware does more than restore function—it guarantees industrial resilience. From the critical computing power of the PM511V16 processor to supporting seamless integration with System 800xA, Moore Automation delivers the essential infrastructure required for sustained productivity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Are the modules on this page, like the PM511V16, related to the AC 450 / AC 410 controllers?
A: Yes. AC 450 and AC 410 are the overall controller models, while processor modules like the PM511V16 are the core physical boards that make up these high-performance controllers.
Q: Can I upgrade my operator interface without replacing my existing processor boards?
A: Absolutely. The Advant Master DCS can be seamlessly integrated into the modern System 800xA Operator Workplace, allowing you to modernize your HMI without replacing the underlying hardware (PM511, DSMB 175, etc.).
