What is the FDA product code for MATRIX DIGITAL REVERSE OSMOSIS WATER TREATMENT SYSTEM, MODEL EQRMD SERIES?

FIP. It is classified under 21 CFR 876.5665 as a Class 2 device in the Gastroenterology, Urology panel.

What is the regulatory pathway for MATRIX DIGITAL REVERSE OSMOSIS WATER TREATMENT SYSTEM, MODEL EQRMD SERIES?

510(k) clearance (submission type: Abbreviated).

What are the predicate devices for MATRIX DIGITAL REVERSE OSMOSIS WATER TREATMENT SYSTEM, MODEL EQRMD SERIES?

Water Purification System For Hemodialysis (K920186); Complete Water System Models MD 610, 620, 630 and 640 (K041163); Multi-Patient Reverse Osmosis - Models MD 420, 440, 460, 470, 480 and 490 (K993200).

Who can help prepare an FDA 510(k) submission like MATRIX DIGITAL REVERSE OSMOSIS WATER TREATMENT SYSTEM, MODEL EQRMD SERIES?

Innolitics — a medical-device software consultancy — provides regulatory and engineering support for FDA 510(k) submissions. See https://innolitics.com/services/510ks/ or contact https://innolitics.com/contact.

MATRIX DIGITAL REVERSE OSMOSIS WATER TREATMENT SYSTEM, MODEL EQRMD SERIES

Q: Who is the manufacturer of MATRIX DIGITAL REVERSE OSMOSIS WATER TREATMENT SYSTEM, MODEL EQRMD SERIES?

Better Water, Inc. filed the 510(k) submission for MATRIX DIGITAL REVERSE OSMOSIS WATER TREATMENT SYSTEM, MODEL EQRMD SERIES (K051620).

K051620 · Better Water, Inc. · FIP · Nov 18, 2005 · Gastroenterology, Urology

Device Facts

Record ID	K051620
Device Name	MATRIX DIGITAL REVERSE OSMOSIS WATER TREATMENT SYSTEM, MODEL EQRMD SERIES
Applicant	Better Water, Inc.
Product Code	FIP · Gastroenterology, Urology
Decision Date	Nov 18, 2005
Decision	SESE
Submission Type	Abbreviated
Regulation	21 CFR 876.5665
Device Class	Class 2

Intended Use

The Matrix Series Digital Reverse Osmosis Water Treatment System is an accessory device designed to safely and effectively provide water purification for use in hemodialysis applications. The water produced will meet the minimum water quality requirements as specified by Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) standard RD62:2003 when used as directed. Dependent on feed water quality this unit may be used in conjunction with other approved water treatment components.

Device Story

Matrix Series Digital Reverse Osmosis Water Treatment System; accessory for hemodialysis applications. Inputs: tap water (feed water). Process: reverse osmosis filtration to remove organic/inorganic substances and microbial contaminants; system includes electronic PLC, firmware, and operator interface touch screen for monitoring. Outputs: purified water meeting AAMI RD62:2003 standards. Used in clinical settings; operated by healthcare staff. Features electronic monitoring of feed/product water pressure, flow, conductivity, and membrane performance. Safety features include 100% diversion-to-drain if product conductivity exceeds set-points, plus alarms for low supply pressure, high temperature, and power disturbances. Benefits: ensures water quality for dialysate preparation, reducing patient risk from contaminants.

Clinical Evidence

No clinical data. Substantial equivalence based on non-clinical bench testing and comparison of technological characteristics to predicate devices.

Technological Characteristics

Reverse osmosis water purification system. Components mounted on open frame. Features electronic PLC, firmware, and operator interface touch screen. Monitors pressure, flow, and conductivity. Includes diversion-to-drain safety mechanism. Materials are FDA/NSF compliant. Connectivity includes remote alarm capability for nurse stations.

Indications for Use

Indicated for hemodialysis patients requiring purified water for dialysate preparation. Used in clinical settings to remove organic/inorganic substances and microbial contaminants from tap water.

Regulatory Classification

Identification

A water purification system for hemodialysis is a device that is intended for use with a hemodialysis system and that is intended to remove organic and inorganic substances and microbial contaminants from water used to dilute dialysate concentrate to form dialysate. This generic type of device may include a water softener, sediment filter, carbon filter, and water distillation system.

Special Controls

*Classification.* Class II (special controls). The device, when it is a water purification subsystem disinfectant, is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 876.9.

Predicate Devices

Water Purification System For Hemodialysis (K920186)
Complete Water System Models MD 610, 620, 630 and 640 (K041163)
Multi-Patient Reverse Osmosis - Models MD 420, 440, 460, 470, 480 and 490 (K993200)

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Submission Summary (Full Text)

{0}------------------------------------------------ NOV 1 8 2005 Image /page/0/Picture/2 description: The image is a black and white drawing of a cartoon water droplet with a smiling face. The droplet has large eyes and a simple, curved mouth. It appears to be standing in a puddle of water. The drawing is set within a circular frame, with text around the edge of the circle. ## 510(K) SUMMARY 510(K) Number : K051620 1 Date Prepared August 26, 2005 #### 2 Contact Person Mike Cline President, Better Water, Incorporated 698 Swan Drive Smyrna, TN 37167 615-355-6063 #### 3 Device Name | Proprietary Name: | Matrix Series Digital Reverse Osmosis Water Treatment System | |----------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | Common Name: | Reverse Osmosis Water Purification System For Hemodialysis with Digital Controls | | Panel: | Gastroenterology/Urology | | Classification Name: | Water Purification System For Hemodialysis; Class II; Water purification system for hemodialysis (21 CFR 876.5665); Product Code 78 FIP | {1}------------------------------------------------ K051620 PAGE 2 OF 5 Image /page/1/Picture/1 description: The image is a black and white circular logo. The logo features a cartoon water droplet with a smiling face. The droplet is positioned above a stylized representation of water or waves. The text "WATER DROP" is arranged around the upper perimeter of the circle. There are two small circles on the left and right sides of the text. #### 4 Device Description The Matrix Series Digital Reverse Osmosis Water Treatment System is an accessory device that is intended for use with a hemodialysis applications and is intended to remove organic and inorganic substances and microbial contaminants from tap water used to dilute dialysate concentrate to form dialysate. The Matrix Series Digital Reverse Osmosis Water Treatment System will produce water as prescribed by the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) RD62:2003 standard provided adequate flow rate of the feed (tap) water and compliance with existing drinking water standards and proper pre-treatment. #### 5 Substantial Equivalence To Predicate Device The Matrix Series Digital Reverse Osmosis Water Treatment System is based upon the technology of the Water Purification System For Hemodialysis manufacturered by Better Water (K920186) with respect to "wetted-contact materials", pump size and the selection of the type and number of membranes. Additionally, the Matrix Series features an electronic PLC with firmware as well as an Operator Interface Touch Screen. These electronic features are equivalent to the electronic features incorporated in the MD 400 (K993200) and 600 (K041163) Series Water Systems manufactured by Isopure Incorporated. See the table below for detailed comparison. Appendix 5 - Page 2 of 5 {2}------------------------------------------------ Image /page/2/Picture/0 description: The image shows a document with the text "K051620 PAGE 3 OF 5" at the top. Below the text is a circular logo with a cartoon character in the center. The cartoon character appears to be a water droplet with a face and arms, sitting on a cloud-like shape. The logo is surrounded by a ring with text, though the text is not clear enough to read. # Table of Comparison To Predicate Devices | | | Predicate Devices | | | | |-------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--| | Specifications | Matrix Current 510(K) | Water Purification System For Hemodialysis | Complete Water System Models MD 610, 620, 630 and 640 | Multi-Patient Reverse Osmosis - Models MD 420, 440, 460, 470, 480 and 490 | | | Manufacturer | Better Water, Inc | Better Water, Inc | Isopure Corporation | Isopure Corporation | | | 510(K) Number | - | K920186 | K041163 | K993200 | | | Decision Date | - | 6/13/1995 | 10/7/2004 | 1/24/2000 | | | Classification | 876.5665, Class II | 876.5665, Class II | 876.5665, Class II | 876.5665, Class II | | | Product Code | FIP | FIP | FIP | 78 FIP | | | Water-Contact Materials | FDA - NSFCompliant | FDA - NSFCompliant | FDA - NSFCompliant | FDA - NSFCompliant | | | Pre-Treatment Options | Based upon site-specific feed water chemical analysis. | Based upon site-specific feed water chemical analysis. | Based upon site-specific feed water chemical analysis. | Based upon site-specific feed water chemical analysis. | | | | Feed water Pre-Treatment may include | Feed water Pre-Treatment may include : | Feed water Pre-Treatment may include : | Feed water Pre-Treatment may include : | | | | · Carbon Filtration | · Carbon Filtration | · Carbon Filtration | · Carbon Filtration | | | | · Softners | · Softners | · Softners | · Softners | | | | · Temperature Control | · Temperature Control | · Temperature Control | · Temperature Control | | | | · Pressure Compensation | · Pressure Compensation | · Pressure Compensation | · Pressure Compensation | | | | · Special Filtration | · Special Filtration | · Special Filtration | · Special Filtration | | | | · Ultra-Violet (UV) | · Ultra-Violet (UV) | NA | NA | | | | · Ozone | NA | NA | NA | | | Operational Features | Electronic touch screen interface | Manual Controls | Electronic touch screen interface | Electronic touch screen interface | | | | All components mounted on an open frame for assessibility | All components mounted on an open frame for assessibility | All components mounted on an open frame for assessibility | All components mounted on an open frame for assessibility | | | | Electronic Monitoring of | Analog Monitoring of | Electronic Pressure Monitoring of | Electronic Pressure Monitoring of | | | | · Feed water pressure / flow | · Feed water pressure | · Feed water pressure | · Feed water pressure | | | | · Product water pressure/ flow | · Product water pressure | · Product water pressure | · Product water pressure | | | | · Membrane feed pressure | · Membrane feed pressure | · Membrane feed pressure | · Membrane feed pressure | | | | · Pump Pressure | · Pump Pressure | · Pump Pressure | · Pump Pressure | | | | · Reject Water Pressure/Flow | · Reject Water Pressure/Flow | · Reject Water Pressure/Flow | · Reject Water Pressure/Flow | | | | · Product Water Conductivity | · Product Water Conductivity | · Product Water Conductivity | · Product Water Conductivity | | | | · Feed water Conductivity | · Feed water Conductivity | · Feed water Conductivity | · Feed water Conductivity | | | | · System Flush | · Manual | · System Flush | · System Flush | | | | · Clean/Disinfect Flow Rate | · NA | · Semi-Automated | · Semi-Automated | | | | Manual or Automated System cleaning and sanitizing by: | | Manual or Automated System cleaning and sanitizing by: | Manual or Automated System cleaning and sanitizing by: | | | Cleaning | • chemicals agents | Not Applicable | • chemical agents | • chemical agents | | | Safety Features | 100% diversion-to-drain above product conductivity set-point | 100% diversion-to-drain above product conductivity set-point | 100% diversion-to-drain above product conductivity set-point | Not Applicable | | | | Low Supply (Feedwater) Pressure (Alarm) | Low Supply (Feedwater) Pressure (Alarm) | Low Supply (Feedwater) Pressure (Alarm) | Low Supply (Feedwater) Pressure (Alarm) | | | | High Product Water Conductivity (alarm) | High Product Water Conductivity (shut down) | High Product Water Conductivity (shut down) | High Product Water Conductivity (shut down) | | | | High supply water temperature (shut down) | High supply water temperature (shut down) | High supply water temperature (shut down) | High supply water temperature (shut down) | | | | High product water conductivity alarm | High product water conductivity alarm | High product water conductivity alarm | High product water conductivity alarm | | | | System Recovery Notification | Not Applicable | System Recovery Notification | System Recovery Notification | | | | Power Disturbance (Alarm) | Power Disturbance (Alarm) | Power Disturbance (Alarm) | Power Disturbance (Alarm) | | | Post- Treatment Options | Remote Alarm (Nurse's Station) May include 0.5 micron or better ultra-filtration | Remote Alarm (Nurse's Station) May include 0.5 micron or better ultra-filtration | Remote Alarm (Nurse's Station) May include 0.5 micron or better ultra-fitration | Remote Alarm (Nurse's Station) May include 0.5 micron or better ultra-filtration | | | Performance | Delivery of AAMI Standard Water | Delivery of AAMI Standard Water | Delivery of AAMI Standard Water | Delivery of AAMI Standard Water | | : {3}------------------------------------------------ Image /page/3/Picture/0 description: The image is a black and white drawing of a logo. The logo is circular and contains a cartoon water droplet with a smiling face. The droplet is sitting on a dark, cloud-like shape. The text around the edge of the circle is not legible. 12051620 PAGE 4 OF # Table of Comparison To Predicate Devices cont' : {4}------------------------------------------------ 8051620 5 OF 5 Image /page/4/Picture/1 description: The image is a black and white logo featuring a cartoon water droplet character inside a circle. The water droplet has a smiling face and is wearing a cape. The text "WATER WIZARD INC" is written around the top half of the circle. There are two small circles on either side of the text. #### Indications For Use 6 The Matrix Series Digital Reverse Osmosis Water Treatment System is an accessory device designed to safely and effectively provide water purification for use in hemodialysis applications. The water produced will meet the minimum water quality requirements as specified by Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) standard RD62:2003 when used as directed. Dependent on feed water quality this unit may be used in conjunction with other approved water treatment components. #### Safety and Effectiveness 7 The intended use and technological characteristics of the Matrix Series Digital Reverse Osmosis Water Treatment System are similar or equivalent to the Predicate Devices. Any difference between the device and the Predicate Devices have no significant influence on the safety or effectiveness of the product. #### Clinical Performance Data 8 Not required for determination of substantial equivalence for this type and class of device. ### Conclusion Drawn From Clinical and 9 Nonclinical Test Data As compared with the predicate devices, K920186, K993200 and K041163, the Matrix Series Digital Reverse Osmosis Water Treatment System will produce purified water that will meet the minimum water quality requirements as specified by Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) standard RD62:2003 when used as directed. {5}------------------------------------------------ Image /page/5/Picture/1 description: The image shows the logo for the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. The logo is circular and features a stylized bird in flight. The words "DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES" are arranged around the top half of the circle. Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850 NOV 1 8 2005 Mr. Michael Cline President Better Water, Inc. 698 Swan Drive SMYRNA TN 37167 Re: K051620 > Trade/Device Name: Matrix Digital Reverse Osmosis Water Treatment System -EQRMD Series Regulation Number: 21 CFR \$876.5665 Regulation Name: Water purification system for hemodialysis Regulatory Class: II Product Code: FIP Dated: November 16, 2005 Received: November 17, 2005 ### Dear Mr. Cline: We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device referenced above and have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to legally marketed predicate devices marketed in interstate commerce prior to May 28, 1976, the enactment date of the Medical Device Amendments, or to devices that have been . reclassified in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (Act) that do not require approval of a premarket approval application (PMA). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. The general controls provisions of the Act include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration. If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (Premarket Approval), it may be subject to such additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 898. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register. Please be advised that FDA's issuance of a substantial equivalence determination does not mean that FDA has made a determination that your device complies with other requirements of the Act or any Federal statutes and regulations administered by other Federal agencies. You must comply with all the Act's requirements, including, but not limited to registration and listing (21 CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Part 801); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820); and if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050. {6}------------------------------------------------ This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your Section 510(k) premarket notification. The FDA finding of substantial equivalence of your device to a legally marketed predicate device results in a classification for your device and thus, permits your device to proceed to the market. If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801), please contact the Office of Compliance at one of the following numbers, based on the regulation number at the top of this letter: | 21 CFR 876.xxxx | (Gastroenterology/Renal/Urology) | 240-276-0115 | |-----------------|----------------------------------|--------------| | 21 CFR 884.xxxx | (Obstetrics/Gynecology) | 240-276-0115 | | 21 CFR 892.xxxx | (Radiology) | 240-276-0120 | | Other | | 240-276-0100 | Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR 807.97). You may obtain other general information on your responsibilities under the Act from the Division of Small Manufacturers, International and Consumer Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 443-6597 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/industry/support/index.html. Sincerely yours, Nancy C. Brogdon Nancy C. Brogdon Director, Division of Reproductive, Abdominal, and Radiological Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health Enclosure {7}------------------------------------------------ Image /page/7/Picture/0 description: The image is a logo for "Better Water, Inc." The logo is circular and features a cartoon water droplet with a smiling face, eyes, and small legs. The droplet is standing on a dark, wavy shape, presumably representing water. The text "BETTER WATER, INC." is arranged around the top half of the circle, and "Since 1988" is arranged around the bottom half. ## Indications For Use Statement K051620 510(K) Number : Device Name : Matrix Series Digital Reverse Osmosis Water Treatment System Indications For Use: The Matrix Series Digital Reverse Osmosis Water Treatment System is an accessory device designed to safely and effectively provide water purification for use in hemodialysis applications. The water produced will meet the minimum water quality requirements as specified by Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) standard RD62:2003 when used as directed. Dependent on feed water quality this unit may be used in conjunction with other approved water treatment components. ### PLEASE DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE - CONTINUE ON ANOTHER PAGE IF NEEDED ## Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE) (Division Sign-Off) Title Date ### 510(K) Number : K051620 Appendix 3 - Page 1 of 1 ﺃﺷﻬﺮ ﺍﻟﻤﺴﺎﺣﺔ ﺍﻟﻤﺴﺘﻮﻯ ﺍﻟﻤﺴﺘﻮﻯ ﺍﻟﻤﺴﺘﻮﻯ ﺍﻟﻤﺴﺘﻮﻯ ﺍﻟﻤﺴﺘﻮﻯ ﺍﻟﻤﺴﺘﻮﻯ ﺍﻟﻤﺴﺘﻮﻯ ﺍﻟﻤﺴﺘﻮﻯ ﺍﻟﻤﺴﺘﻮﻯ ﺍﻟﻤﺴﺘﻮﻯ ﺍﻟﻤﺴﺘﻮﻯ ﺍﻟﻤﺴﺘﻮﻯ ﺍﻟﻤﺴﺘﻮﻯ ﺍﻟﻤﺴﺘﻮﻯ ﺍﻟﻤﺴﺘﻮﻯ ﺍﻟﻤﺴﺘﻮﻯ ﺍﻟﻤﺴﺘﻮﻯ ﺍﻟﻤﺴﺘﻮﻯ ﺍﻟﻤﺴﺘﻮﻯ ﺍﻟﻤﺴﺘﻮﻯ Prescription Use OR Over-The-Counter Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) (21 CFR 801 Subpart C) David le. Lymon (Division Sign-Off) Division of Reproductive, Abdomina and Radiological Dev 510(k) Number