K053203 · Respironics New Jersey, Inc. · CAF · Dec 20, 2005 · Anesthesiology
Device Facts
Record ID
K053203
Device Name
MYNEB NEBULIZER, MODEL RDD100
Applicant
Respironics New Jersey, Inc.
Product Code
CAF · Anesthesiology
Decision Date
Dec 20, 2005
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 868.5630
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic, 3rd-Party Reviewed
Indications for Use
MyNeb is an AC or battery-pack powered nebulizer designed to convert liquid medication into aerosol for inhalation by the patient.
Device Story
MyNeb is a portable, battery or AC-powered nebulizer used for aerosolizing liquid medication for patient inhalation. The device utilizes a piezoelectric element driven by a microprocessor to generate ultrasonic energy. This energy is focused at the base of a medication chamber, creating a liquid fountain that travels through a guide tube. Cavitation at the tube exit converts the liquid into aerosol particles. An air draft, created by the fountain's forces, draws air through vents to carry the aerosol through a chimney and mouthpiece to the patient. Non-aerosolized liquid returns to the chamber for re-generation. The device is intended for home or clinical use, operated by the patient or a caregiver. It provides a portable method for medication delivery, potentially improving patient compliance and ease of treatment.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Substantial equivalence is supported by bench testing, including electrical, mechanical, environmental, and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) testing in accordance with FDA guidance.
Technological Characteristics
Portable nebulizer (4.96" x 2.80" x 1.46", 4 oz). Components: piezoelectric element, microprocessor, lithium polymer battery pack. Power: 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz. Aerosolization via ultrasonic cavitation. Materials include PEEK film. Connectivity: None (standalone).
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients requiring inhalation of liquid medication converted into aerosol form via an AC or battery-powered nebulizer.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A nebulizer is a device intended to spray liquids in aerosol form into gases that are delivered directly to the patient for breathing. Heated, ultrasonic, gas, venturi, and refillable nebulizers are included in this generic type of device.
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# DEC 20 2005
#### EXHIBIT #1
#### 510(K) SUMMARY
This summary of 510(k) safety and effectiveness information is being submitted in accordance with the requirements of SMDA 1990 and 21 CFR Part 807.92.
The assigned 510(k) number is: K053203
#### 1. Submitter's Identification:
Respironics New Jersey, Inc. 41 Canfield Road Cedar Grove, NJ 07009
Contact: Lauren R. Ziegler, Senior Manager, Quality, Regulatory and Clinical Affairs Date Summary Prepared: October 3, 2005
#### 2. Name of the Device:
MyNeb Nebulizer, Model RDD100 Common Name or Classification Name (21 CFR Part 807.87) of Device: Nebulizer, 21 CFR Part 868.5630
#### 3. Predicate Device Information:
MABISMist II., K990506, Pari Trek with LC+, K960675 and K935540
#### 4. Device Description:
This AC (adaptor with DC converter) or battery-pack powered nebulizer is housed in a plastic case. Dimensions are 4.96"(II) x 2.80° (V) x 1.46"(I) x 1.46"(I) and weighs 4 ounces. It consists of a piezoelectric element driven by a microprocessor with dedicated software. The batteries are rechargeable via an AC power supply (100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz). The external battery pack is made up of 2 lithium polymer cells.
The following is the method of acrosol generation:
Step 1: Ultrasonic energy is created and focused by a concave piezoelectric element, located within the generator, to a point at the base of the medication chamber that is located at the top of the generator.
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Step 2: The focused ultrasonic energy forms a liquid fountain that is driven up through the guide tube inside the nebulizer head. Upon exiting the tube, the energized liquid fountain generates cavitation of acrosol particles and the liquid medication is converted into an aerosol.
Step 3: The forces associated with the fountain generate an air draft whereby air is drawn into the nebulizer head via the air vents. The aerosolized medicine is carried by this air draft, through the nebulizer's chimney and out through the nebulizer's mouthpiece opening.
Step 4: Non aerosolized liquid medication returns back into the medication chamber for re-generation through the guide tube.
Image /page/1/Figure/3 description: This image shows a diagram of a nebulizer head. The diagram labels the different parts of the nebulizer head, including the cover, mouthpiece, chimney, air vent, medication chamber, energy formation point, body, generator, base, electronics board, on/off button, connector, piezoelectric element, PEEK film, guide tube, and aerosol formation. The nebulizer head is a device that is used to deliver medication to the lungs.
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MyNeb Aerosol Generation
### 5. Intended Use:
MyNeb is an AC or battery-pack powered nebulizer designed to convert liquid medication into acrosol for inhalation by the patient.
## 6. Comparison to Predicate Devices:
The subject (MyNeb) and predicate devices (MABISMist II, K990506; Pari Trek with 1.C+, K960675 and K935540) are indicated for the same intended use, are electrically powered, meet Environmental Safety and EMC requirements, and have similar compressor operating pressure and flow ranges. The MABISMist II. like the MyNeb, uilizes a piezoelectric element to achieve energy generation. Performance characteristics are basically the same, and all three units are fightweight.
### 7. Discussion of Non-Clinical Tests Performed for Determination of Substantial Equivalence are as follows:
When used as intended. MyNeb conforms or will conform to the electromagnetic compatibility, mechanical/environmental, and electrical testing recommendations, described in the Reviewer Guidance for Premarket Notification Submissions (November 1993). Testing information demonstrating safety and effectiveness of the My Neb nebulizer in the
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intended environment of use is or will be supported by testing that was corducted in accordance with the FDA November 1993 Draft "Reviewer Guidance for Premarket Notification Submissions", DCRND, which outlines Electrical, Mechanical and Environmental Performance Requirements.
### 8. Discussion of Clinical Tests Performed:
Not Applicable
#### 9. Conclusions:
We have demonstrated that the MyNeb Nebulizer, Model RDD100 is as safe and effective as predicate devices presently on the market, based on electrical, mechanical, environmental and EMC testing results outlined in the FDA DCRND November 1993 Draft *Reviewer Guidance for Premarket Notification Submissions". We also adhered to FDA's DCRND "Reviewer Guidance for Home Use Respiratory Devices``.
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DEC 2 0 2005
Intertek Testing Services C/O Mr. Daniel W. Lehtonen Responsible Third Party Official Intertek Testing Services NA, Incorporated 70 Codman Hill Road Boxborough, Massachusetts 01719
Re: K053203
Trade/Device Name: MyNeb Nebulizer, Model RDD100 Regulation Number: 868.5630 Regulation Name: Nebulizer Regulatory Class: II Product Code: CAF Dated: December 14, 2005 Received: December 15, 2005
Dear Mr. Lehtonen:
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 (PMA), 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.
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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.
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 (240) 276-0120. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 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,
Syfate y. Michie Orns.
Chia Lin, Ph.D. Director Division of Anesthesiology, General Hospital, Infection Control and Dental Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
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Exhibit B
Indications for Use
K053 203
510(k) Number (if known):
Device Name: MyNeb Nebulizer, Model RDD100
Indications for Use: MyNeb is an AC or battery-pack powered nebulizer designed to convert liquid medication into aerosol for inhalation by the patient.
Prescription Use X (Per 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
Over -The-Counter Use ાર (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)
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Amy Saliom
(Division Sinn-Off) Division of Asesthesiology, General Hospital, Infection Control, Dental Devices
510(k) Number: K053203
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Part 1 — Search, results, and everyday workflows 16 min
Part 2 — Embeddings: the galaxy map 3 min
1. Search: exact and fuzzy
Type a phrase like "coronary artery calcification" into the search box. You get two kinds of results. Exact results match the literal phrase — prefix searches work ("coronary artery calcificati") but suffix searches do not. Fuzzy results match on the meaning and intent of your phrase rather than the exact words, and are sorted by relevance score. Hover over the Exact or Fuzzy badge on any row to see exactly why it matched.
Use the checkboxes above the results to narrow: SaMD keeps only software-only devices, AI / ML keeps only devices with AI.
Exact vs. fuzzy search: what's the difference?
Exact matches on the literal phrase (prefix search works, suffix does not). Fuzzy matches on the meaning and intent of the phrase rather than the exact words. Hover over the badge on any row to see why it matched.
You search "coronary artery calcification" and want only software devices with AI. What two filters do you apply?
Narrow by SaMD (software-only devices), then narrow by AI/ML (devices with AI).
2. The results table
Scroll right in the results table. The intended use is extracted for you — no need to open the PDF. The device story gives a high-level snapshot of what the device does and how it's used. The AI Performance sub-table shows each output name, acceptance criteria, observed values, and development/test dataset descriptions — the same format Innolitics uses for regulatory strategy outputs, and the fastest high-level fingerprint of an AI device. It is AI-generated but has been very reliable in practice.
Where do you find a device's intended use without opening the PDF?
Scroll right in the search results table. The intended use column is extracted for you; no need to dig into the 510(k) summary PDF.
What does the AI Performance sub-table show, and why is it useful?
Output name, acceptance criteria, observed values, development dataset description, and test dataset description. It's the same format we use for regulatory strategy output and Fast 510(k) input, and the fastest high-level fingerprint of an AI device. AI-generated but reliable in practice.
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Fuzzy results trail off in relevance as you scroll. Use three signals to decide how far down to go: the fuzzy badge explanations, the intended use column, and whether your target output (e.g., Cobb angle) still appears in the AI Performance sub-table. Once it stops appearing, you're past the relevant zone. A top hit with a low score (~0.4) and a stretched explanation is a hint the closest predicates are far away — the project may be headed for De Novo. Note the fuzzy search is a pattern match: it doesn't handle negation ("not") well, and hardware devices can appear — filter by SaMD/AI ML to cut them.
How do you judge how far down fuzzy search results to go?
Use the relevancy signals: the fuzzy badge explanations, the intended use column, and whether the target output (e.g., Cobb angle) still appears in the AI Performance sub-table. Once it stops appearing, results are trailing off in relevancy.
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Click a device name to open its detail page: device facts on the left, a chat window on the right. Ask something like "Describe the training data". The answer carries little citation bubbles — click one to jump to the highlighted passage in the source PDF, so you can verify every AI answer against the document. There's also a Download PDF button for sharing.
How do you verify an AI chat answer on the device detail page?
Click the citation bubbles to jump to the relevant highlight in the source document.
Reading rule for every project: how many summaries do you read in full?
At least the three most relevant 510(k) or De Novo summaries, in full. After that, use targeted chat questions to confirm your memory quickly. The tool supports this professional habit — it doesn't replace it.
5. Side-by-side comparison
Select multiple rows in the results table (aim for under ~10), then open the PDF Viewer tab. Ask one question — it goes to all selected devices in parallel, each with citations. This is the fastest way to compare and contrast devices: training data, PCCP scope, how they handled adding new scanners, and so on.
What does the side-by-side PDF viewer mode do?
Select multiple devices, open the PDF viewer tab, and ask one question (e.g., "Describe the training data"). It queries all selected devices simultaneously with citations, so you can compare and contrast quickly.
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How do you save a set of selected devices for later use?
Select the rows, go to the Collections tab, and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). You can reload the selection anytime and carry it into the PDF viewer and other tabs that support selections.
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What can you do from the regulations tree view?
Browse product codes and regulation numbers, read the identification text and special controls, browse sibling product codes, open device PDFs on the right, and search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree.
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Click Show Chart and segment by regulation number (or product code) to see which regulations dominate your result set. Clicking a regulation takes you into the regulations tree. Great for spotting that most matches are, say, hardware laparoscopic devices — a cue to go back and filter.
How do you see which regulations dominate a search result set?
Click "Show Chart" and segment by Regulation Number. Clicking a regulation takes you to the regulations tree.
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Open the Predicates tab for a family-tree view of predicate relationships. Click a node to trace its parents and children; selections from search carry over pre-selected. Commonly predicated devices are worth reading — a lot of people predicated them for a reason. The visual lineage is also handy on client calls, e.g. to show how a predicate family evolved and justify why your predicate still holds.
In the predicate graph, why are commonly predicated devices worth reading?
A lot of people predicated them for a reason. Clicking a node traces parents and children, and selections from search carry over pre-selected.
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The Embeddings tab plots every matching document in a 2-D "galaxy map" where semantically similar devices cluster together. Hover or click clusters to explore, and let AI label the clusters for you. Embeddings beat product codes for grouping: two devices can carry different product codes (LLZ vs. QIH) yet do the same thing — the embedding captures the meaning of the intended use and device story. This is also exactly how retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) works under the hood, and it makes a great visual on client calls.
Try it yourself
Head to the search page and work through a few of these AI/ML fuzzy searches to build intuition: perivascular fat on CT · aortic valve calcification opportunistic screening on noncontrast CT · breast cancer prediction on digital pathology slides · autism detection · gestational age prediction · a hearing aid that can also detect a pulse · foundation model based analysis of ECG · large language models · penetration test. Watch how the relevance scores, intended use, and AI Performance tables tell you when results stop being meaningful.