STURDY Autoclave Super Microm (models SA-260MA and SA-260MA-R)
K181993 · Sturdy Industrial Co., Ltd. · FLE · Nov 1, 2019 · General Hospital
Device Facts
Record ID
K181993
Device Name
STURDY Autoclave Super Microm (models SA-260MA and SA-260MA-R)
Applicant
Sturdy Industrial Co., Ltd.
Product Code
FLE · General Hospital
Decision Date
Nov 1, 2019
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 880.6880
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The STURDY Autoclave Super Microm (models SA-260MA and SA-260MA-R) is intended to be used in medical and dental offices, hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, laboratories, and other facilities to sterilize heat and moisture stable reusable equipment. Dental handpieces can be sterilized in the models SA-260MA-R. The STURDY Autoclave Super Microm (models SA-260MA and SA-260MA-R) is not recommended for sterilization of liquid intended for direct patient contact.
Device Story
Steam sterilizer (autoclave) using saturated steam at high pressure/temperature to kill bio-organisms; electric heating element generates steam in chamber; operator selects cycle via electronic control system; device automatically fills chamber, heats water, performs four-pulse sterilization, vents steam, and cools; used in clinical/laboratory settings by trained staff; output is sterilized reusable equipment; benefits include effective decontamination of medical/dental instruments.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Bench testing only. Performance validated via ANSI/AAMI ST55:2016 standards, including temperature mapping, Bowie-Dick testing, moisture retention, and biological performance (SAL 10^-6) using half-cycle validation loads.
Technological Characteristics
Dynamic-air-removal steam sterilizer; corrosion-resistant chamber; electric heating element; microcontroller-based control system; power: 120VAC, 60Hz, 12A; pressure vessel/safety valves ASME Section VIII compliant; standards: ANSI/AAMI ST55:2016, IEC 61010-1, IEC 61010-2-040.
Indications for Use
Indicated for sterilization of heat and moisture stable reusable equipment in medical/dental offices, hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, and laboratories. Includes dental handpieces. Not for liquids intended for direct patient contact.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A steam sterilizer (autoclave) is a device that is intended for use by a health care provider to sterilize medical products by means of pressurized steam.
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November 1, 2019
Sturdy Industrial Co., Ltd Wolfgang Huang QA Manager No. 168 Sec. 1, Zhongxing Road, Wugu District New Taipei City, 24872 Tw
Re: K181993
Trade/Device Name: STURDY Autoclave Super Microm (models SA-260MA and SA-260MA-R) Regulation Number: 21 CFR 880.6880 Regulation Name: Steam Sterilizer Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: FLE Dated: September 23, 2019 Received: October 2, 2019
Dear Wolfgang Huang:
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. Although this letter refers to your product as a device, please be aware that some cleared products may instead be combination products. The 510(k) Premarket Notification Database located at https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfpmn/pmn.cfm identifies combination product submissions. 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. Please note: CDRH does not evaluate information related to contract liability warranties. We remind you, however, that device labeling must be truthful and not misleading.
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For Elizabeth Claverie, M.S. Assistant Director for THT4B2 Acting Assistant Director for THT4B1 DHT4B: Division of Infection Control and Plastic Surgery Devices OHT4: Office of Surgical and Infection Control Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Ouality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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510(k) Premarket
Indications for use statement
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Food and Drug Administration
### Indications for Use
Form Approved: OMB No. 0910-0120 Expiration Date: 06/30/2020 See PRA Statement below.
510(k) Number (if known)
### K181993
#### Device Name
STURDY Autoclave Super Microm (models SA-260MA and SA-260MA-R)
Indications for Use (Describe)
The STURDY Autoclave Super Microm (models SA-260MA-R) is intended to be used in medical and dental offices, hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, laboratories, and other facilities to sterilize heat and moisture stable reusable equipment. Dental handpieces can be sterilized in the models SA-260MA-R. The STURDY Autoclave Super Microm (models SA-260MA and SA-260MA-R) is not recommended for sterilization of liquid intended for direct patient contact. Cycle parameters are as follows:
| Cycle | Ster. Temp. | Ster.<br>Pressure | Ster.<br>Time<br>(minutes) | Dry Time<br>(minutes) | Items to be Sterilized<br>(always consult the item manufacturer's<br>recommendation for sterilization) |
|-------------------------------|---------------------|-----------------------|----------------------------|-----------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Un-<br>wrapped | 270 °F<br>(132 °C) | 27.2 psi<br>(186 kPa) | 3 | 30 | ● Instruments loose on a tray.<br>● Loose items manufacturers recommend for<br>exposures at 270 °F (132 °C) for 3 minutes.<br>Note: The sterility of unwrapped items is<br>compromised on exposure to a non-sterile<br>environment. |
| Wrapped<br>(Pouches) | 270 °F<br>(132 °C) | 27.2 psi<br>(186 kPa) | 4 | 30 | ● Pouched or loosely wrapped instruments.<br>● Wrapped trays of loose instrument.<br>● Wrapped items manufacturers recommend<br>for exposures at 270 °F (132 °C ) for 4<br>minutes. |
| Wrapped<br>(Textile<br>Packs) | 250 °F<br>(121 °C) | 15 psi<br>(104 kPa) | 30 | 30 | ● Textiles and surgical packs wrapped for<br>sterilization.<br>● Items except liquids, manufacturers<br>recommend for exposures at 250 °F (121<br>°C ) for 30 minutes. |
| Handpieces | 270 °F<br>(132 ℃ ) | 27.2 psi<br>(186 kPa) | 4 | 30 | Dental handpieces (wrapped)<br>Note: Verify acceptability of sterilization<br>parameters with handpiece manufacturer. |
| Bowie-Dick<br>test | 273 °F<br>(134 °C ) | 29.5 psi<br>(203 kPa) | 3.5 | N/A | N/A |
| Re-Dry | N/A | N/A | N/A | 10 | N/A |
| Pump test | N/A | N/A | N/A | 10 | N/A |
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### SA-260MA and SA-260MA-R
510(k) Premarket
Indications for use statement
#### Maximum load:
| | | Program | | | |
|--------------|---------------------------------|-------------------------|-------------------------|-------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------|
| | | Unwrapped | Wrapped | Wrapped | Handpieces |
| Temperature | | 270 °F (132 °C) | 250 °F (121 °C) | 270 °F (132 °C) | 270 °F (132 °C) |
| Pressure | | 27.2 psi<br>(186 kPa) | 15 psi<br>(104 kPa) | 27.2 psi<br>(186 kPa) | 27.2 psi<br>(186 kPa) |
| | Sterilization time<br>(minutes) | 3 | 30 | 4 | 4 |
| | Dry time (minutes) | 30 | 30 | 30 | 30 |
| Max.<br>load | Solid<br>Instrument | 9.0 lbs<br>(4080 grams) | - | - | - |
| | Textile Packs | - | 2.9 lbs<br>(1300 grams) | - | - |
| | Pouches | - | - | 2.9 lbs<br>(1300 grams) | - |
| | Handpieces | - | - | - | 9 handpieces with<br>other instruments<br>4.5 lbs<br>(2040 grams) |
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
| | Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
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# 510(k)Summary (K181993)
The information required by 21 CFR § 807.92 is listed below.
| Submitter: | STURDY Industrial CO., LTD.<br>No. 168, Sec. 1, Zhongxing Rd, Wugu District, New Taipei<br>City 24872, Taiwan |
|-----------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Contact Person: | Wolfgang Huang<br>+886-2-2981-25245 #601 |
| Date prepared: | December 24, 2018 |
| Device Names: | Proprietary: STURDY Autoclave Super Microm<br>(models SA-260MA and SA-260MA-R) |
| | Common: Steam sterilizer |
| | Classification: 21 CFR § 880.6880<br>FLE: Sterilizer, steam |
| | Class II |
## Predicate Device Information:
Midmark M11 Ultraclave Steam Sterilizer, K990189.
## General Description:
The STURDY Autoclave Super Microm (models SA-260MA and SA-260MA-R) uses saturated steam at high pressures and temperatures and kills infectious bio-organisms. This steam is generated inside the sterilization chamber by an electric heating element. The sterilizer's electronic control system is pre-programmed to complete sterilization cycles according to established time, temperature and pressure parameters.
Devices to be sterilized are placed in the sterilization chamber. The operator chooses a sterilization cycle and presses the appropriate switch. The sterilizer automatically fills the chamber, heats the water into steam,
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STURDY
four times pulse sterilizes the items, and automatically vents the steam and cools the chamber after sterilization is complete.
## Indications for Use:
The STURDY Autoclave Super Microm (models SA-260MA and SA-260MA-R) is intended to be used in medical and dental offices, hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, laboratories, and other facilities to sterilize heat and moisture stable reusable equipment. Dental handpieces can be sterilized in the models SA-260MA and SA-260MA-R. The STURDY Autoclave Super Microm (models SA-260MA and SA-260MA-R) is not recommended for sterilization of liquid intended for direct patient contact. Cycle parameters are as follows:
| Cycle | Ster. Temp. | Ster.<br>Pressure | Ster.<br>Time<br>(minutes) | Dry Time<br>(minutes) | Items to be Sterilized<br>(always consult the item manufacturer's<br>recommendation for sterilization) |
|-------------------------------|---------------------|-----------------------|----------------------------|-----------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Un-<br>wrapped | 270 °F<br>(132 °C) | 27.2 psi<br>(186 kPa) | 3 | 30 | Instruments loose on a tray. Loose items manufacturers recommend for<br>exposures at 270 °F (132 °C) for 3 minutes. Note: The sterility of unwrapped items is<br>compromised on exposure to a non-sterile<br>environment. |
| Wrapped<br>(Pouches) | 270 °F<br>(132 °C) | 27.2 psi<br>(186 kPa) | 4 | 30 | Pouched or loosely wrapped instruments. Wrapped trays of loose instrument. Wrapped items manufacturers recommend<br>for exposures at 270 °F (132 °C) for 4<br>minutes. |
| Wrapped<br>(Textile<br>Packs) | 250 °F<br>(121 °C) | 15 psi<br>(104 kPa) | 30 | 30 | Textiles and surgical packs wrapped for<br>sterilization. Items except liquids, manufacturers<br>recommend for exposures at 250 °F (121<br>°C) for 30 minutes. |
| Handpieces | 270 °F<br>(132 °C ) | 27.2 psi<br>(186 kPa) | 4 | 30 | Dental handpieces (wrapped)<br>Note: Verify acceptability of sterilization<br>parameters with handpiece manufacturer. |
| Bowie-Dick<br>test | 273 °F<br>(134 °C ) | 29.5 psi<br>(203 kPa) | 3.5 | N/A | N/A |
| Re-Dry | N/A | N/A | N/A | 10 | N/A |
| Pump test | N/A | N/A | N/A | 10 | N/A |
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SA-260MA / SA-260MA-R
# 510(k) Premarket Notification
510(k) Summary
### Maximum load:
| | | Program | | | |
|--------------|---------------------------------|-------------------------|-------------------------|-------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------|
| | | Unwrapped | Wrapped | Wrapped | Handpieces |
| | Temperature | 270 °F (132 °C) | 250 °F (121 °C) | 270 °F (132 °C) | 270 °F (132 °C) |
| Pressure | | 27.2 psi<br>(186 kPa) | 15 psi<br>(104 kPa) | 27.2 psi<br>(186 kPa) | 27.2 psi<br>(186 kPa) |
| | Sterilization time<br>(minutes) | 3 | 30 | 4 | 4 |
| | Dry time (minutes) | 30 | 30 | 30 | 30 |
| | Solid<br>Instrument | 9.0 lbs<br>(4080 grams) | - | - | - |
| Max.<br>load | Textile Packs | - | 2.9 lbs<br>(1300 grams) | - | - |
| | Pouches | - | - | 2.9 lbs<br>(1300 grams) | - |
| | Handpieces | - | - | - | 9 handpieces with<br>other instruments<br>4.5 lbs<br>(2040 grams) |
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## Technological Characteristics:
Shown below is the technological characteristic comparison of the STURDY Autoclave Super Microm (models SA-260MA and SA-260MA-R) with the predicate device, MidMark M11:
| Device<br>Characteristic | STURDY Autoclave Super Microm<br>(K181993) | | Predicate<br>MidMark M11 (K990189) | Comment |
|----------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------|
| | SA-260MA | SA-260MA-R | | |
| Intended Use | The STURDY Autoclave Super Microm (models SA-260MA and SA-260MA-R) is intended to be used in medical and dental offices, hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, laboratories, and other facilities to sterilize heat and moisture stable reusable equipment. Dental handpieces can be sterilizer in the SA-260MA and SA-260MA-R. The STURDY Autoclave Super Microm (models SA-260MA and SA-260MA-R) is not recommended for sterilization of liquid intended for direct patient contact. | | The M11UltraClave is intended to be used in medical and dental offices, hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, laboratories, and other facilities to sterilize heat and moisture stable reusable equipment. Dental handpieces can be sterilizer in the M11 in the Pouches cycle. This device is not recommended for sterilization of liquid intended for direct patient contact. | Similar |
| Product code | FLE | | FLE | Same |
| Regulation | 880.6880 Steam Sterilizer | | 880.6880 Steam Sterilizer | |
| Class | Class II | | Class II | |
| Built according to<br>Standard | ANSI/AAMI ST55:2016 | | ANSI/AAMI ST55:2010/(R)2014 | Similar |
| Sterilization type | moist heat sterilization | | moist heat sterilization | Same |
| Device<br>Characteristic | STURDY Autoclave Super Microm<br>(K181993) | Predicate<br>MidMark M11 (K990189) | Comment | |
| | SA-260MA<br>SA-260MA-R | | | |
| Power Source | Single Phase,<br>120VAC, 60Hz, 12 A | Single Phase,<br>115VAC, 60Hz, 12 A | Similar | |
| Water Reservoir<br>Capacity | 1.1 Gallons (4.2 liters) to Full Mark | 1.4 Gallons (5.3 liters) to Full Mark | Similar | |
| Electrical safety<br>standard | IEC 61010-1, 3rd Edition<br>IEC 61010-2-040:2015 | UL 61010-1, 2nd Edition<br>IEC 61010-2-040, 1st Edition | Similar | |
| Certification | ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code,<br>Section VIII, Division 1. | ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel<br>Code, Section VIII, Division 1. | Same | |
| Pressure vessel | | | | |
| Chamber design<br>standard | ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code,<br>Section VIII, Division 1. | ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel<br>Code, Section VIII, Division 1. | Same | |
| Material of<br>chamber | corrosion-resistant properties | corrosion-resistant properties | Same | |
| Safety Valve<br>Setting | 40 psi (275.8 kPa) | 40 psi (275.8 kPa) | Same | |
| Safety (pressure<br>relief) valves | ASME approved | ASME approved | Same | |
| Control system | | | | |
| Sterilization<br>Method | Dynamic-air-removal steam sterilizer | Dynamic-air-removal steam<br>sterilizer | Same | |
| Control<br>Technology | Microcontrollers | Microcontrollers | Same | |
| Sterilization<br>process | Temperature sensor for exposure temperature<br>monitoring | Temperature sensor for exposure<br>temperature monitoring | Same | |
| Device<br>Characteristic | STURDY Autoclave Super Microm<br>(K181993) | | Predicate<br>MidMark M11 (K990189) | Comment |
| | SA-260MA | SA-260MA-R | | |
| monitoring | Automatic operation through all phases of<br>sterilization cycle, | | Automatic operation through all phases of<br>sterilization cycle, | Same |
| Control devices | electrical heaters | electrical heaters | electrical heaters | Same |
| Performance: | | | | |
| Biological<br>performance | SAL of 10 -6<br>Through achievement of no growth at half cycle<br>with validation loads. | SAL of 10 -6<br>Through achievement of no growth at half cycle<br>with validation loads. | SAL of 10 -6<br>Through achievement of no growth<br>at half cycle with validation loads. | Similar |
| Comply with | ANSI/AAMI ST55:2016 | | ANSI/AAMI ST55:2010/(R)2014 | |
| Moisture retention | | | | |
| Textile test packs | The gain in weight due to moisture content shall<br>be less than 2 %. | The gain in weight due to moisture content shall<br>be less than 2 %. | The gain in weight due to moisture<br>content shall be less than 2 %. | Similar |
| Comply with<br>Wrapped<br>instrument test<br>trays | ANSI/AAMI ST55:2016<br>The gain in weight due to moisture content shall<br>be less than 0.5% | | ANSI/AAMI ST55:2010/(R)2014<br>The gain in weight due to moisture<br>content shall be less than 0.5 % | Same |
| Comply with | ANSI/AAMI ST55:2016 | | ANSI/AAMI ST55:2010/(R)2014 | |
| Maximum Loading capacities | | | | |
| Factory predefined cycles | | | | |
| Unwrapped | Temp.: 270°F (132°C)<br>Pressure: 27.1psi (186 kPa)<br>Sterilize: 3 minutes | Temp.: 270°F (132°C)<br>Pressure: 27.1psi (186 kPa)<br>Sterilize: 3 minutes | Temp.: 270°F (132°C)<br>Pressure: 27.1psi (186 kPa)<br>Sterilize: 3 minutes | Similar |
| Device<br>Characteristic | STURDY Autoclave Super Microm<br>(K181993) | | Predicate<br>MidMark M11 (K990189) | Comment |
| | SA-260MA | SA-260MA-R | | |
| | Drying cycle: 30 minutes | | Drying cycle: 30 minutes (Dry time<br>can be changed from 0 to 60<br>minutes.) | |
| Pouches | Temp.: 270°F (132°C)<br>Pressure: 27.1psi (186 kPa)<br>Sterilize: 4 minutes<br>Drying cycle: 30 minutes | | Temp.: 270°F (132°C)<br>Pressure:27.1psi (186 kPa)<br>Sterilize: 5 minutes<br>Drying cycle: 30 minutes (Dry time<br>can be changed from 0 to 60<br>minutes.) | Similar |
| Packs | Temp.: 250° F(121° C)<br>Pressure: 15 psi (104 kPa)<br>Sterilize: 30 minutes<br>Drying cycle: 30 minutes | | Temp.: 250° F(121° C)<br>Pressure: 15 psi (104 kPa)<br>Sterilize: 30 minutes<br>Drying cycle: 30 minutes (Dry time<br>can be changed from 0 to 60<br>minutes.) | Similar |
| Handpieces | Temp.: 270°F (132°C)<br>Pressure: 27.1psi (186 kPa)<br>Sterilize: 4 minutes<br>Drying cycle: 30 minutes | | Temp.: 270°F (132°C)<br>Pressure: 27.1psi (186 kPa)<br>Sterilize: 6 minutes<br>Drying cycle: 30 minutes (Dry time<br>can be changed from 0 to 60<br>minutes.) | Similar |
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SA-260MA / SA-260MA-R
## Summary of Non-Clinical Testing:
Shown below the standards that were used to demonstrate that the subject device met the acceptance criteria for the standards listed below:
| Test Method / | Purpose | Acceptance | Results |
|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------|
| Name | | Criteria | |
| ANSI/AAMI | To ensure that the | the chamber | Pass |
| ST55:2016 | sterilizer is capable | temperature during | |
| Empty chamber | of providing | the exposure time | |
| (Temperature | steady-state | remains within +3 | |
| mapping) | thermal conditions | ℃ (or +6 °F) and -0 | |
| | within the chamber | ℃ (or -0 °F) | |
| - Unwrapped | consistent with the | | |
| Program, 270 °F | desired sterility | | |
| (132 °C), | assurance level | | |
| sterilization time 3 | (SAL) in the load |…
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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.
3. Judging fuzzy relevance
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.
4. Device detail page: chat and citations
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.
6. Collections
With rows selected, go to the Collections tab and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). Reload that selection any time — before a client call, pull up the collection and ask questions across all of its devices at once.
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.
7. Product codes and the regulations tree
Click a product code in the results to jump to it in the regulations tree — identification text, sibling product codes, and devices you can open in a PDF viewer on the right. Click a regulation number to see its identification, special controls, and related product codes. You can also search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree. Always read the special controls if any exist for your device — it broadens your search and sharpens pre-kickoff research.
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.
8. Chart view
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.
9. The predicate graph
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.
10. Embeddings: the galaxy map
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.