K190949 · Air Techniques, Inc. · PEM · Jul 26, 2019 · General, Plastic Surgery
Device Facts
Record ID
K190949
Device Name
ScanX Barrier Envelopes
Applicant
Air Techniques, Inc.
Product Code
PEM · General, Plastic Surgery
Decision Date
Jul 26, 2019
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 878.4370
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
Disposable Barrier Envelopes are intended to be used as a disposable barrier for Air Techniques Phosphor Storage Plates. This device is non-sterile and intended for single patient use only.
Device Story
ScanX Barrier Envelopes consist of one layer of clear blown polyethylene film and one layer of black blown polyethylene film, heat-sealed on three edges with an adhesive strip on the fourth. Used in dental clinics to cover intraoral Phosphor Storage Plates during imaging procedures. The envelope acts as a protective barrier to prevent contamination of the storage plates by patient fluids. The device is disposable and intended for single-patient use. It does not affect the imaging process but ensures the storage plate remains clean and protected from synthetic blood and viral penetration during clinical use.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Bench testing only. Performance testing included synthetic blood penetration (ASTM F1670), viral penetration (ASTM F1671), tensile strength (ASTM D882), puncture resistance (ASTM F1342), tear resistance (ASTM D1004), and image quality (ISO 19232). Biocompatibility testing included cytotoxicity (ISO 10993-5), sensitization, and irritation (ISO 10993-10). All tests passed.
Technological Characteristics
Materials: Low density polyethylene film. Dimensions: Various sizes ranging from 1.46" x 0.96" to 3.20" x 2.35". Standards: ASTM D882, ASTM F1342, ASTM D1004, ASTM F1670, ASTM F1671, ISO 10993-1, ISO 10993-5, ISO 10993-10, ISO 14971, ISO 19232, ANSI/AAMI PB70. Non-sterile, single-use, passive barrier device.
Indications for Use
Indicated for use as a disposable barrier for Air Techniques Phosphor Storage Plates in patients requiring dental imaging. Single patient use only.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A surgical drape and drape accessories is a device made of natural or synthetic materials intended to be used as a protective patient covering, such as to isolate a site of surgical incision from microbial and other contamination. The device includes a plastic wound protector that may adhere to the skin around a surgical incision or be placed in a wound to cover its exposed edges, and a latex drape with a self-retaining finger cot that is intended to allow repeated insertion of the surgeon's finger into the rectum during performance of a transurethral prostatectomy.
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). The device, when it is an ear, nose, and throat surgical drape, a latex sheet drape with self-retaining finger cot, a disposable urological drape, a Kelly pad, an ophthalmic patient drape, an ophthalmic microscope drape, an internal drape retention ring (wound protector), or a surgical drape that does not include an antimicrobial agent, is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 878.9.
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July 26, 2019
Air Techniques Inc. Samir Ghevariya Regulatory Affairs Specialist 1295 Walt Whitman Road Melville, New York 11747
Re: K190949
Trade/Device Name: ScanX Barrier Envelopes Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.4370 Regulation Name: Surgical Drape And Drape Accessories Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: PEM Dated: June 19, 2019 Received: June 20, 2019
Dear Samir Ghevariya:
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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Sincerely,
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 Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K190949
Device Name ScanX Barrier Envelopes
Indications for Use (Describe)
Disposable Barrier Envelopes are intended to be used as a disposable barrier for Air Techniques Phosphor Storage Plates. This device is non-sterile and intended for single patient use only.
| Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable) |
|-------------------------------------------------|
|-------------------------------------------------|
| | Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
| × | Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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| ScanX Barrier Envelopes Model Numbers (Attachment to the Indications for Use<br>Statement- Form FDA 3881) | | |
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| Model (Part)<br>Number: | Device Description: | Device Size (In Inches): |
| 73248-0 | ScanX Barrier Envelope; 100 Pcs/Box,<br>Size #0 | 1.46 In x 0.96 In |
| 73248-1 | ScanX Barrier Envelope; 100 Pcs/Box,<br>Size #1 | 1.68 In x 1.04 In |
| 73248-2 | ScanX Barrier Envelope; 300 Pcs/Box,<br>Size #2 | 1.73 In x 1.32 In |
| 73248-2k | ScanX Barrier Envelope; 1000 Pcs/Box,<br>Size #2 | 1.73 In x 1.32 In |
| 73248-3 | ScanX Barrier Envelope; 100 Pcs/Box,<br>Size #3 | 2.23 In x 1.16 In |
| 73248-4 | ScanX Barrier Envelope; 100 Pcs/Box,<br>Size #4 | 3.20 In x 2.35 In |
| G8511-0 | ScanX Side Loading Barrier Envelope;<br>100 Pcs/Box, Size #0 | 1.52 In x 0.98 In |
| G8511-1 | ScanX Side Loading Barrier Envelope;<br>100 Pcs/Box, Size #1 | 1.67 In x 1.02 In |
| G8511-2 | ScanX Side Loading Barrier Envelope;<br>300 Pcs/Box, Size #2 | 1.75 In x 1.34 In |
| G8511-2k | ScanX Side Loading Barrier Envelope;<br>1000 Pcs/Box, Size #2 | 1.75 In x 1.34 In |
| G8511-3 | ScanX Side Loading Barrier Envelope;<br>100 Pcs/Box, Size #3 | 2.22 In x 1.14 In |
| G8511-4 | ScanX Side Loading Barrier Envelope; 50<br>Pcs/Box, Size #4 | 3.09 In x 2.40 In |
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## 510(k) Summary, Air Techniques Inc.
## ScanX Barrier Envelopes. K190949
The summary of 510(k) is being submitted in accordance with the requirements of 21 CFR §807.92
### 1. Date Summary Prepared:
July 22, 2019
#### 2. Submitter's Identification:
Air Techniques Inc. 1295 Walt Whitman Road Melville, NY 11747 USA Tel: +1-516-433-7676 Fax: +1-516-740-4622 Website: www.airtechniques.com
#### Contact Information:
Samir Ghevariya Regulatory Affairs Specialist Air Techniques, Inc. 1295 Walt Whitman Road Melville, NY 11747 USA Tel: +1-516-214-5514 Fax: +1-516-740-4622 Email: Samir.Ghevariya@airtechniques.com
## 3. Device Name:
| | Trade /Proprietary Name: ScanX Barrier Envelopes |
|-------------------------|---------------------------------------------------|
| Device: | Dental barriers and sleeves |
| Regulation Number: | 21 CFR 878.4370 |
| Regulation description: | Surgical drape and drape accessories |
| Regulatory Class: | II |
| Product Code: | PEM |
| Review Panel: | Dental |
#### 4. Legally Marketed Predicate Device Information:
510(k) Number: K163447
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| Manufacturer: | Premium Plus International Limited. |
|--------------------------|----------------------------------------|
| Trade /Proprietary Name: | Premium Plus Disposable Barrier Sleeve |
| Device: | Dental barriers and sleeves |
| Regulation Number: | 21 CFR 878.4370 |
| Regulation description: | Surgical drape and drape accessories |
| Regulatory Class: | II |
| Product Code: | PEM |
| Review Panel: | Dental |
### 5. Device Description:
The ScanX barrier envelopes are made from one layer of clear blown polyethylene film and one layer of black blown polyethylene film heat sealed along three edges. An adhesive strip along the fourth edge is used for temporary barrier. Barrier Envelopes are used with Air Techniques' intraoral Phosphor Storage Plates. Barrier Envelopes are non-sterile, and disposable, single use only- discarded after each use.
#### 6. Intended use/Indications for use:
Disposable Barrier Envelopes are intended to be used as a disposable barrier for Air Techniques Phosphor Storage Plates. This device is non-sterile and intended for single patient use only.
#### 7. Device Models:
| Model (Part)<br>Number: | Device Description: | Device Size (In Inches): |
|-------------------------|-----------------------------------------------|--------------------------|
| 73248-0 | ScanX Barrier Envelope; 100 Pcs/Box, Size #0 | 1.46 In x 0.96 In |
| 73248-1 | ScanX Barrier Envelope; 100 Pcs/Box, Size #1 | 1.68 In x 1.04 In |
| 73248-2 | ScanX Barrier Envelope; 300 Pcs/Box, Size #2 | 1.73 In x 1.32 In |
| 73248-2k | ScanX Barrier Envelope; 1000 Pcs/Box, Size #2 | 1.73 In x 1.32 In |
| 73248-3 | ScanX Barrier Envelope; 100 Pcs/Box, Size #3 | 2.23 In x 1.16 In |
| 73248-4 | ScanX Barrier Envelope; 100 Pcs/Box, Size #4 | 3.20 In x 2.35 In |
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| G8511-0 | ScanX Side Loading Barrier<br>Envelope; 100 Pcs/Box, Size #0 | 1.52 In x 0.98 In |
|----------|------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------|
| G8511-1 | ScanX Side Loading Barrier<br>Envelope; 100 Pcs/Box, Size #1 | 1.67 In x 1.02 In |
| G8511-2 | ScanX Side Loading Barrier<br>Envelope; 300 Pcs/Box, Size #2 | 1.75 In x 1.34 In |
| G8511-2k | ScanX Side Loading Barrier<br>Envelope; 1000 Pcs/Box, Size<br>#2 | 1.75 In x 1.34 In |
| G8511-3 | ScanX Side Loading Barrier<br>Envelope; 100 Pcs/Box, Size #3 | 2.22 In x 1.14 In |
| G8511-4 | ScanX Side Loading Barrier<br>Envelope; 50 Pcs/Box, Size #4 | 3.09 In x 2.40 In |
# 8. Technological Characteristics:
Shown below is the technological characteristics comparison of the Air Techniques ScanX Barrier Envelopes with the Disposable Barrier Sleeves (predicate device).
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# Technological Characteristic Comparison Table
| Comparison<br>Criteria | Predicate Device:<br>Premium Plus<br>Disposable Barrier<br>Sleeves (K163447) | New Device: ScanX<br>Barrier Envelopes<br>(K190949) | Comparison | |
|--------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------|
| Product<br>Pictures | Image: Premium Plus Disposable Barrier Sleeves (K163447) | Image: ScanX Barrier Envelopes (K190949) | Similar | |
| Intended Use | Premium Plus<br>Disposable Barrier<br>Sleeves are intended to<br>be used as a disposable<br>barrier for dental<br>instruments and<br>equipment. This device<br>is non-sterile and<br>intended for single<br>patient use only. | Disposable Barrier<br>Envelopes are intended<br>to be used as a<br>disposable barrier for<br>Air Techniques<br>Phosphor Storage<br>Plates. This device is<br>non-sterile and<br>intended for single<br>patient use only. | Same | |
| Classification<br>Product Code | PEM | PEM | Same | |
| Material | Polyethylene film | Polyethylene film | Similar | |
| Material<br>Composition | Low density<br>polyethylene and linear<br>low density polyethylene<br>film | Low density<br>polyethylene | Similar | |
| | Biocompatibility | Non-cytotoxic<br>Non-sensitizing<br>Non-irritating | Non-cytotoxic<br>Non-sensitizing<br>Non-irritating | Similar |
| | | Film Thickness | 0.03 mm | 0.025 mm<br>0.027 mm<br>0.030 mm |
| Mechanical<br>Properties | | Tensile strength- tested<br>in compliance with<br>ASTM D882 | Tensile strength- tested<br>in compliance with<br>ASTM D882 | Similar |
| | | Puncture resistance-<br>tested in compliance<br>with ASTM F1342 | Puncture resistance-<br>tested in compliance<br>with ASTM F1342 | |
| | | Tear resistance- tested<br>in compliance with<br>ASTM D1004 | Tear resistance- tested<br>in compliance with<br>ASTM D1004 | |
| | Sterility | Non-sterile | Non-sterile | Same |
| Single Use | Single use device | Single use device | Same | |
| Performance<br>Properties | Synthetic Blood<br>Penetration- Pass<br>Viral Penetration- Pass | Synthetic Blood<br>Penetration- Pass<br>Viral Penetration- Pass | Same | |
| Dimensions | Determined by the size<br>and shape of Phosphor<br>Plates they cover | Difference in dimension<br>is due to the size of<br>Phosphor Storage<br>Plates they cover | Similar | |
| | FDA<br>Recognized<br>Standards | ISO 10993-5<br>ISO 10993-10<br>ASTM F1670<br>ASTM F1671 | ANSI/AAMI/ISO 10993-<br>5:2009/(R2014)<br>ISO 10993-10 | Similar |
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| ASTM D882<br>ASTM F1342<br>ASTM D1004 | ANSI/AAMI/ISO 10993-<br>12:2012<br>ISO 10993-1:2018<br>ANSI/AAMI PB70:2012<br>ISO 14971:2007<br>ASTM F1670<br>ASTM F1671<br>ASTM D882<br>ASTM F1342<br>ASTM D1004<br>ISO 19232 |
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- 9. Summary of Non-Clinical Data and Performance Testing: Shown below is a listing of the performance testing performed to demonstrate The functionalitv of the ScanX Barrier Envelopes.
| Comparison<br>Criteria | Standards | Acceptance<br>Criteria | Results |
|---------------------------|--------------------------|------------------------|---------|
| Biocompatibility Testing: | | | |
| In-Vitro Cytotoxicity | ANSI/AAMI/ISO<br>10993-5 | Score of Less Than 2 | Pass |
| Sensitization | ISO 10993-10 | Non-Sensitizer | Pass |
| Irritation | ISO 10993-10 | Non-Irritant | Pass |
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| Biological Risk | ISO 10993-1 | Biological Safety | Pass |
|-------------------------------------|----------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------|------|
| Assessment | | | |
| Performance and Mechanical Testing: | | | |
| Synthetic Blood<br>Penetration | ASTM<br>F1670/F1670M | Protective Materials<br>Resistance Against<br>Liquid Penetration | Pass |
| Viral Penetration | ASTM<br>F1671/F1671M | Protective Materials<br>Resistance Against<br>Blood Borne<br>Pathogens | Pass |
| Tensile Strength | ASTM D882 | Tensile Properties<br>of Material | Pass |
| Puncture<br>Resistance | ASTM F1342 | Protective Materials<br>Resistance to<br>Puncture/Rupture | Pass |
| Tear Resistance | ASTM D1004 | Tear Resisting<br>Ability | Pass |
| Image Quality | ISO 19232 | Determination of<br>Image Quality of<br>Radiographs | Pass |
The results from the non-clinical performance test demonstrated that the subject device met the acceptance criteria for each standard test performed.
#### 10. Clinical Data:
NA
## 12. Conclusion:
The conclusions drawn from the nonclinical tests that demonstrate that the ScanX Barrier Envelopes is as safe, as effective, and performs as well as or better than the legally marketed predicate device (K163447).
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