Tuttnauer Horizontal autoclave series model: 4472, 5596, 6690, 66120
Applicant
Tuttnauer , Ltd.
Product Code
FLE · General Hospital
Decision Date
Sep 20, 2022
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 880.6880
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
The Tuttnauer horizontal autoclave models 4472, 5596, 6690 and 66120 are intended for use by health care providers to sterilize medical products by means of pressurized steam. The devices that are intended to provide sterilization of heat stable medical devices: wrapped (IUSS) solids, hollow and porous products.
Device Story
Horizontal steam sterilizers (models 4472, 5596, 6690, 66120) for hospital/medical use; utilize pressurized steam for sterilization of heat-stable medical devices (solids, hollow, porous). Features include dynamic air removal (vacuum pump or ejector), steam jacket, and digital control system. Configurations include 1 or 2 doors (sliding or hinged) and various steam sources (onboard generator, external, or steam-to-steam). Operators (hospital/medical personnel) select programs via digital interface; system provides automated cycle control and printed documentation. R.PC.R application enables remote data/trend reporting. Emergency stop and automatic sleep mode included. Benefits include effective sterilization of increased load capacities for wrapped/unwrapped instruments.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Testing included electrical safety (IEC 61010-1/2-040), EMC (EN 61326-1), pressure vessel integrity (ASME Section VIII), and performance validation per ANSI/AAMI ST-8. Performance tests included Bowie & Dick, air-leak-rate, empty/full chamber thermal distribution, moisture retention, and biological performance (SAL 10^-6) for wrapped and IUSS loads.
Technological Characteristics
Chamber materials: 316/304 stainless steel. Energy: electrical grid. Vacuum: pump or ejector. Control: electronic computer. Standards: IEC 61010-1, IEC 61010-2-040, EN 61326-1, ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code Section VIII, ANSI/AAMI ST-8. Connectivity: Remote PC Reporting (R.PC.R) application.
Indications for Use
Indicated for use by healthcare providers to sterilize heat-stable medical devices, including wrapped and unwrapped (IUSS) solids, hollow, and porous products via pressurized steam.
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.
Predicate Devices
4472, 5596, 6690 and 66120 Horizontal Autoclave (K181456)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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September 20, 2022
Tuttnauer Ltd. Robert Basile Senior Vice President Har-Tuv Industrial Zone Beit-Shemesh, Jerusalem 9910101 Israel
### Re: K221227
Trade/Device Name: Tuttnauer Horizontal autoclave series model: 4472, 5596, 6690, 66120 Regulation Number: 21 CFR 880.6880 Regulation Name: Steam Sterilizer Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: FLE Dated: August 22, 2022 Received: August 22, 2022
### Dear Robert Basile:
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.
If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to 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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801); medical device reporting of medical device-related adverse events) (21 CFR 803) for devices or postmarketing safety reporting (21 CFR 4, Subpart B) for combination products (see https://www.fda.gov/combination-products/guidance-regulatory-information/postmarketing-safety-reportingcombination-products); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820) for devices or current good manufacturing practices (21 CFR 4. Subpart A) for combination products; and, if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050.
Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR Part 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to https://www.fda.gov/medical-device-safety/medical-device-reportingmdr-how-report-medical-device-problems.
For comprehensive regulatory information about mediation-emitting products, including information about labeling regulations, please see Device Advice (https://www.fda.gov/medicaldevices/device-advice-comprehensive-regulatory-assistance) and CDRH Learn (https://www.fda.gov/training-and-continuing-education/cdrh-learn). Additionally, you may contact the Division of Industry and Consumer Education (DICE) to ask a question about a specific regulatory topic. See the DICE website (https://www.fda.gov/medical-device-advice-comprehensive-regulatoryassistance/contact-us-division-industry-and-consumer-education-dice) for more information or contact DICE by email (DICE@fda.hhs.gov) or phone (1-800-638-2041 or 301-796-7100).
Sincerely,
Clarence W. Murray, III, PhD Assistant Director 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
Enclosure
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#### DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Food and Drug Administration
#### Indications for Use
Form Approved: OMB No. 0910-0120 Expiration Date: 06/30/2023 See PRA Statement below.
#### 510(k) Number (if known) K221227
#### Device Name
Tuttnauer Horizontal autoclave models: 4472, 5596, 6690 and 66120
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
The Tuttnauer Horizontal autoclave models 4472, 5596, 6690 and 66120 are intended for use by health care providers to sterilize medical products by means of pressurized steam. The devices that are intended to provide sterilization of heat stable medical devices: wrapped (IUSS) solids, hollow and porous products.
The following tables show the validated cycles, including sterilization time (in minutes), dry time (in minutes) and maximum load for tools (in kilograms) and textile (in packs) for each of the models mentioned:
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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# Sterilization Programs for submitted models
| Model 4472 - All door configurations | | | | |
|--------------------------------------|--------------------------------------|-----------------------------------|----------------------|----------------------------------|
| Cycle name | Sterilization<br>temperature<br>[°C] | Sterilization<br>Time<br>[minute] | Dry Time<br>[minute] | Maximum Load |
| IUSS | 132 | 3 | 2 | Tools – 23 kg (50.7 lbs.) |
| Wrapped | 132 | 4 | 20 | Textile – 4 packs |
| Wrapped | 132 | 4 | 20 | Wrapped Tools – 23 kg (50.7 lbs. |
| IUSS delicate | 121 | 30 | 2 | Tools – 23 kg (50.7 lbs.) |
| Wrapped delicate | 121 | 30 | 20 | Textile – 4 packs |
| Wrapped delicate | 121 | 30 | 20 | Wrapped Tools – 23 kg (50.7 lbs. |
| Bowie and Dick | 134 | 3.5 | 2 | N/A |
| Vacuum test | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| | | Table 1: standard cvcles for model 4472 | | | | |
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Table 2: standard cycles for model 5596
| Model 5596 - All door configurations | | | | |
|--------------------------------------|--------------------------------------|-----------------------------------|----------------------|---------------------------------|
| Cycle name | Sterilization<br>temperature<br>[°C] | Sterilization<br>Time<br>[minute] | Dry Time<br>[minute] | Maximum Load |
| IUSS | 132 | 3 | 2 | Tools – 34 kg (75 lbs.) |
| Wrapped | 132 | 4 | 20 | Textile – 6 packs |
| | 132 | 4 | 20 | Wrapped Tools – 34 kg (75 lbs.) |
| IUSS delicate | 121 | 30 | 2 | Tools – 34 kg (75 lbs.) |
| Wrapped delicate | 121 | 30 | 20 | Textile – 6 packs |
| | 121 | 30 | 20 | Wrapped Tools – 34 kg (75 lbs.) |
| Bowie and Dick | 134 | 3.5 | 2 | N/A |
| Vacuum test | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Table 3: standard cycles for model 6690
| Model 6690 - All door configurations | | | | |
|--------------------------------------|--------------------------------------|-----------------------------------|----------------------|-------------------------------------|
| Cycle name | Sterilization<br>temperature<br>[°C] | Sterilization<br>Time<br>[minute] | Dry Time<br>[minute] | Maximum Load |
| IUSS | 132 | 3 | 2 | Tools – 102.1 kg (225 lbs.) |
| Wrapped | 132 | 4 | 20 | Textile – 12 packs |
| | 132 | 4 | 20 | Wrapped Tools – 102.1 kg (225 lbs.) |
| IUSS delicate | 121 | 30 | 2 | Tools – 102.1 kg |
| Wrapped delicate | 121 | 30 | 20 | Textile – 12 Packs |
| | 121 | 30 | 20 | Wrapped Tools – 102.1 kg (225 lbs.) |
| Bowie and Dick | 134 | 3.5 | 2 | N/A |
| Vacuum test | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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| Model 66120 - All door configurations | | | | |
|---------------------------------------|--------------------------------------|-----------------------------------|----------------------|----------------------------------|
| Cycle name | Sterilization<br>temperature<br>[°C] | Sterilization<br>Time<br>[minute] | Dry Time<br>[minute] | Maximum Load |
| IUSS | 132 | 3 | 2 | Tools – 136 kg (300 lbs.) |
| Wrapped | 132 | 4 | 20 | Textile – 16 packs |
| | 132 | 4 | 20 | Wrapped Tools – 136 kg (300 lbs. |
| IUSS delicate | 121 | 30 | 2 | Tools – 136 kg (300 lbs.) |
| Wrapped delicate | 121 | 30 | 20 | Textile – 16 packs |
| | 121 | 30 | 20 | Wrapped Tools – 136 kg (300 lbs. |
| Bowie and Dick | 134 | 3.5 | 2 | N/A |
| Vacuum test | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
# Table 4: standard cycles for model 66120
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# 510k Summary
# Submission: K221227 Device Models: 4472, 5596, 6690, 66120
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## Date Prepared: September 19, 2022
# 1. SUBMITTER
Tuttnauer USA Co. Ltd. 25 Power Drive Hauppauge, NY 11788 Phone: (631) 737 4850 Fax: (631) 737 0720
## Contact Person:
Robert Basile Sr. Vice President Tuttnauer USA Co. Ltd. Tel: 631 737 4850 Ext: 137 Fax: 631 737 1034 E-mail: bob@tuttnauerusa.com
# 2. DEVICE
Trade Name: Tuttnauer Horizontal autoclave series model: 4472, 5596, 6690 and 66120 Common Name: Horizontal Steam Sterilizer
#### Classification:
| Regulation description: | Steam sterilizer |
|-------------------------------|------------------|
| Regulation medical specialty: | General hospital |
| Product code: | FLE |
| Regulation number: | 880.6880 |
| Device class: | II |
## 3. PREDICATE DEVICE
Primary Predicate: Tuttnauer 4472, 5596, 6690 and 66120 Horizontal Autoclave Models
| Predicate Name | Product Code | Regulation Number | Regulation Name | Class | 510k No. |
|-------------------------------------------------------------|--------------|-------------------|---------------------|-------|----------|
| 4472, 5596,<br>6690 and<br>66120<br>Horizontal<br>Autoclave | FLE | 21CFR880.6880 | Steam<br>Sterilizer | II | K181456 |
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# 4. DEVICE DESCRIPTION
The Tuttnauer horizontal autoclave series models 4472, 5596 and 6690 are dynamic-air-removal autoclaves that are designed for sterilization of heat stable medical devices: wrapped and unwrapped (IUSS) solids, hollow and porous products. The sterilization medium is steam, which is directly introduced into the sterilization chamber. This eliminates the need to wait for water introduced into the chamber to boil and reach sterilization parameters. The autoclave operates in a temperature range of up to 137 C (279°F) and pressure up to 2.3 bar (34psi).
Each of the mentioned models differ from each other in chamber size and include different 1 or 2 door configurations. The models can come with onboard steam generation capability, but other configurations are used with external steam sources.
The various configurations are provided as follows:
A. Door configurations:
Door configuration can be manual or automatic hinged or sliding, one door or two doors:
| | Number of doors in the autoclave | |
|--------------------|----------------------------------|---------|
| Door type | 1 door | 2 doors |
| Vertical sliding | 1V | 2V |
| Horizontal sliding | 1H | 2H |
| Manual hinged | 1R | 2R |
| Automatic hinged | 1A | 2A |
The vertical sliding door is operated by two hydro-pneumatic cylinders, mounted laterally on both sides of the door. Each cylinder contains an integrated and separated oil system. The operation of the cylinders is performed by an air pressure and the oil system acts as a speed control system. An adjustable restrictor controls the flow of oil from one side to the other side on each cylinder, controlling the speed movement of the door.
The horizontal sliding door is operated by a hydro-pneumatic cylinder mounted above the door that is adjusted to operate in either the opening or closing direction. The cylinder contains an integrated and separated oil system. The operation of the cylinder is performed by air pressure and the oil system acts as a speed control system. An adjustable restrictor on the cylinder controls the flow of oil from one side to the other, controlling the speed movement of the door.
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The manual hinged door is locked by rotating a wheel located on the front of the door. The closing mechanism incorporates a safety lock which locks the door in the closed position, preventing the door mechanism from opening. The door will only open if conditions in the chamber allow the locking mechanism to open the door.
The automatic hinged door is closed manually and is locked by an automatic pneumatic mechanism. Similarly, at the end of a cycle, the door is unlocked and can be opened manually.
The interlock system of the door is based on the following opening conditions:
- The door cannot be opened while the autoclave is in operation. .
- The door cannot be opened if the chamber is under pressure.
- . The door cannot be opened if there is liquid in the chamber.
- . The door cannot be opened at the end of the cycle if the chamber temperature is higher than the pre-set final temperature.
- B. Steam generation configuration:
- o EP Electric Power onboard steam generator
- o SP Steam comes from External source
- o STS Steam to Steam option, a unit supplied with the configuration that cleans the external industrial steam.
The horizontal autoclave models 4472, 5596, 6690 and 66120 include main components: a pressure vessel with steam jacket, a vacuum pump, a water pump and generator, depending on the configuration of the device. The vacuum pump can be replaced by an ejector, which is installed as part of the piping of the device and operates in a similar way to create vacuum.
An emergency stop-push button that is mounted on the front panel is an available option for customers with specific needs. This feature is designed to prevent hazards to humans, and accidents due to equipment breakdown. When the emergency switch is activated, the key must be used to allow the switch to return to the operating position.
The autoclave has an automatic shutdown system. If there are no operations for four hours, the autoclave goes into SLEEP mode.
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The selected program, the main phases of the cycle and the status of the machine are controlled and displayed on digital readouts. For process documentation, the important information concerning operation is printed.
The Remote PC Reporting application, (R.PC.R), is used to generate Data and Trends reports on cycle data.
The electronic circuitry and software programming of the programmable control system are designed to operate:
- . Programs for Un-wrapped Loads
- . Programs for Wrapped Loads.
- . Two Test Programs: The Bowie & Dick Test and the Vacuum Test
The control system of the sterilizer is based on microcomputer technology. The computerized control unit ensures a fully automatic operation through the entire cycle. For all models mentioned, the software and controller are the same.
# 5. LIST OF DEVICES
The following table is a list of devices models for which this 510(k) clearance is requested in this submission:
| Device model | Device catalog<br>no. | Device description |
|--------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| 4472 | 4472-1V<br>4472-2V<br>4472-1R<br>4472-2R<br>4472-1V-L-USA<br>4472-1V-R-USA | An autoclave with a chamber volume of 120L, operating in 1Ph<br>115V/60Hz or 3Ph 220V/60Hz depending on the configuration<br>(see device manual).<br><br>This device can come with:<br>• one or two vertical sliding doors (1V or 2V) configuration, or<br>• one or two manual hinged doors configuration (1R or 2R).<br>With the piping to the left or right side of the device and,<br><br>Several steam generation options:<br>• EP – Electric Power – onboard steam generator<br>• SP - Steam comes from external source<br>• STS - Steam to Steam option, a unit supplied with the<br>configuration that cleans the external industrial steam. |
| Device model | Device catalog<br>no. | Device description |
| 5596 | 5596-1V<br>5596-2V<br>5596-1R<br>5596-2R<br>5596-2V-USA<br>5596-1V-L-USA<br>5596-1V-R-USA<br>5596-1R-L-USA<br>5596-1R-R-USA | An autoclave with a chamber volume of 250L, operating in 1Ph<br>115V/60Hz or 3Ph 400V/60Hz depending on the configuration<br>(see device manual).<br><br>This device can come with:<br>one or two vertical sliding doors (1V or 2V) configuration, or one or two manual hinged doors (1R or 2R) configuration With the piping to the left or right side of the device and,<br><br>Several steam generation options: EP - Electric Power - onboard steam generator SP - Steam comes from external source STS - Steam to Steam option, a unit supplied with the configuration that cleans the external industrial steam. |
| 6690 | 6690-1A<br>6690-2A<br>6690LM-1V-USA<br>6690LM-2V-USA | An autoclave with a chamber volume of 430L, operating in 1Ph<br>115V/60Hz or 3Ph 208V/60Hz or 3Ph 400V/60Hz depending on<br>the configuration (see device manual).<br><br>This device can come with:<br>one or two vertical sliding doors (1V or 2V) configuration, or one or two doors automatic hinged doors (1A or 2A) configuration. With the piping to the left or right side of the device and,<br><br>Several steam generation options: EP - Electric Power - onboard steam generator SP - Steam comes from external source STS - Steam to Steam option, a unit supplied with the configuration that cleans the external industrial steam. |
| 66120 | 66120-1V<br>66120-2V | An autoclave with a chamber volume 530L, operating in 1Ph<br>115V/60Hz or 1Ph 120V/60Hz depending on the configuration<br>(see device manual).<br><br>This device can come with:<br>one or two vertical sliding doors (1V or 2V) configuration With the piping to the left or right side of the device and,<br><br>Several steam generation options: EP - Electric Power - onboard steam generator SP - Steam comes from external source STS - Steam to Steam option, a unit supplied with the configuration that cleans the external industrial steam. |
Table 1: List of devices models in the current submission
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# 6. INDICATION FOR USE
The Tuttnauer horizontal autoclave models 4472, 5596, 6690 and 66120 are intended for use by health care providers to sterilize medical products by means of pressurized steam. The devices are autoclaves that are intended to provide sterilization of heat stable medical devices: wrapped and unwrapped (IUSS) solids, hollow and porous products.
The following tables show the preprogramed standard cycles for each of the mentioned models, including sterilization temperature, sterilization time (in minutes), dry time (in minutes) and maximum load for tools (in kilograms) and textile (in packs) for each of the models mentioned:
#### Table 2: standard cycles for model 4472
| Model 4472 - All door configurations | | | | |
|--------------------------------------|--------------------------------------|-----------------------------------|----------------------|-----------------------------------|
| Cycle name | Sterilization<br>temperature<br>[°C] | Sterilization<br>Time<br>[minute] | Dry Time<br>[minute] | Maximum Load |
| IUSS* | 132 | 3 | 2 | Tools – 23 kg (50.7 lbs.) |
| Wrapped | 132 | 4 | 20 | Textile – 4 packs |
| | 132 | 4 | 20 | Wrapped Tools – 23 kg (50.7 lbs.) |
| IUSS delicate* | 121 | 30 | 2 | Tools – 23 kg (50.7 lbs.) |
| Wrapped delicate | 121 | 30 | 20 | Textile – 4 packs |
| | 121 | 30 | 20 | Wrapped Tools – 23 kg (50.7 lbs.) |
| Bowie and Dick | 134 | 3.5 | 2 | N/A |
| Vacuum test | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
#### Notes:
* IUSS – means immediate use steam sterilization
Table 3: standard cycles for model 5596
| Model 5596 - All door configurations | | | | |
|--------------------------------------|--------------------------------------|-----------------------------------|----------------------|---------------------------------|
| Cycle name | Sterilization<br>temperature<br>[°C] | Sterilization<br>Time<br>[minute] | Dry Time<br>[minute] | Maximum Load |
| IUSS* | 132 | 3 | 2 | Tools – 34 kg (75 lbs.) |
| Wrapped | 132 | 4 | 20 | Textile – 6 packs |
| | 132 | 4 | 20 | Wrapped Tools – 34 kg (75 lbs.) |
| IUSS delicate* | 121 | 30 | 2 | Tools – 34 kg (75 lbs.) |
| | 121 | 30 | 20 | Textile – 6 packs |
| Wrapped delicate | 121 | 30 | 20 | Wrapped Tools – 34 kg (75 lbs.) |
| Bowie and Dick | 134 | 3.5 | 2 | N/A |
| Vacuum test | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Notes:
* IUSS – means immediate use steam sterilization
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## Table 4: standard cycles for model 6690
| Model 6690 - All door configurations | | | | |
|--------------------------------------|--------------------------------------|-----------------------------------|----------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------|
| Cycle name | Sterilization<br>temperature<br>[°C] | Sterilization<br>Time<br>[minute] | Dry Time<br>[minute] | Maximum Load |
| IUSS* | 132 | 3 | 2 | Tools - 102.1 kg (225 lbs.) |
| Wrapped | 132 | 4 | 20 | Textile - 12 packs<br>Wrapped Tools – 102.1 kg (225 lbs.) |
| IUSS delicate* | 121 | 30 | 2 | Tools - 102.1 kg (225 lbs.) |
| Wrapped delicate | 121 | 30 | 20 | Textile - 12 Packs<br>Wrapped Tools – 102.1 kg (225 lbs.) |
| Bowie and Dick | 134 | 3.5 | 2 | N/A |
| Vacuum test | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Notes:
* IUSS – means immediate use steam sterilization
#### Table 5: standard cycles for model 66120
| Model 6690 - All door configurations | | | | |
|--------------------------------------|--------------------------------------|-----------------------------------|----------------------|-----------------------------------|
| Cycle name | Sterilization<br>temperature<br>[°C] | Sterilization<br>Time<br>[minute] | Dry Time<br>[minute] | Maximum Load |
| IUSS* | 132 | 3 | 2 | Tools – 136 kg (300 lbs.) |
| Wrapped | 132 | 4 | 20 | Textile – 16 packs |
| Wrapped | 132 | 4 | 20 | Wrapped Tools – 136 kg (300 lbs.) |
| IUSS delicate* | 121 | 30 | 2 | Tools – 136 kg (300 lbs.) |
| Wrapped delicate | 121 | 30 | 20 | Textile – 16 Packs |
| Wrapped delicate | 121 | 30 | 20 | Wrapped Tools – 136 kg (300 lbs.) |
| Bowie and Dick | 134 | 3.5 | 2 | N/A |
| Vacuum test | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Notes:
* IUSS – means immediate use steam sterilization
## Intended user
The horizontal autoclave models 4472, 5596, 6690 and 66120 are intended for use by hospital personnel and other medical personnel.
All autoclave users must receive training in proper usage from an experienced employee. Every new employee must undergo a training period under an experienced employee.
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# 7. COMPARISON OF TECHNOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS WITH THE PREDICATE DEVICE
The following technological characteristics will be compared between the subject horizontal autoclave models 4472, 5596. 6690 and 66120 and the cleared predicate horizontal autoclave models 4472, 5596, 6690 and 66120 under K181456:
- . Indication for use
- General design of device: chamber volume, dimensions;
- Materials; ●
- Energy source; ●
- Performance: operation principle, sterilization cycle type, sterilization time, controls; ●
- . Sterilization parameters
- . Maximum load
#### Reason for the 510(k):
Increasement of the maximum load that can be sterilized in the Wrapped tools and Unwrapped tools (IUSS) cycles, and replacing the definition of the allowable maximum load in the Textile cycles from kilograms to number of packs for the horizontal autoclave models 4472, 5596, 6690 and 66120.
| Parameter | 4472 –<br>K221227 | 4472 –<br>under K181456 | Comparison |
|--------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------|
| Indication for use | The horizontal autoclave<br>model 4472 is intended for<br>use by health care<br>providers to sterilize<br>medical products by means<br>of pressurized steam. The<br>device is an autoclave that<br>is intended to provide<br>sterilization of heat stable<br>medical devices: wrapped<br>and unwrapped (IUSS)<br>solids, hollow and porous<br>products. | The horizontal autoclave<br>model 4472 is intended for<br>use by health care<br>providers to sterilize<br>medical products by means<br>of pressurized steam. The<br>device is an autoclave that<br>is intended to provide<br>sterilization of heat stable<br>medical devices: wrapped<br>solids, hollow and porous<br>products. | Different |
| Parameter | 4472 -<br>K221227 | 4472 -<br>under K181456 | Comparison |
| Chamber dimensions | 16" x 16" x 29" | 16" x 16" x 29" | Same |
| Chamber volume | 4.24 ft³ (120 L) | 4.24 ft³ (120 L) | Same |
| Operating<br>Principle /<br>sterilization method | Sterilization using steam as<br>sterilizing agent | Sterilization using steam as<br>sterilizing agent | Same |
| Sterilization cycle<br>types | Pre & post vacuum | Pre & post vacuum | Same |
| Vacuum system | Vacuum pump or ejector | Vacuum pump | Different |
| Chamber Materials | 316 or 304 grade stainless<br>steal | 316 or 304 grade stainless<br>steal | Same |
| Energy source | The device can be operated<br>only while connected to an<br>electrical source (the<br>electrical grid).<br>It has no internal power<br>source (batteries). | The device can be operated<br>only while connected to an<br>electrical source (the<br>electrical grid).<br>It has no internal power<br>source (batteries). | Same |
| Controls | Electronic computer control | Electronic computer control | Same |
| Maximum Load | Tools (solids) – 23 kg (50.7 lbs.) Textile – 4 packs | Tools (solids) – 23 kg (50.7 lbs.) Textile – 11.1 kg | Different |
| Cycle parameters | IUSS – sterilization temp. of 132°C / 270°F for 3min, dry time of 2min. Wrapped - sterilization temp. of 132°C / 270°F for 4min, dry time of 20min. IUSS delicate – sterilization temp. of 121°C / 250°F for 30min, dry time for 2min. Wrapped delicate - sterilization temp of 121°C / 250°F for 30min, dry time of 20min. | IUSS – sterilization temp. of 132°C / 270°F for 3min, dry time of 1min. Wrapped-sterilization temp. of 132°C / 270°F for 4min, dry time of 20min. IUSS delicate – sterilization temp. of 121°C / 250°F for 30min, dry time for 1min. Wrapped delicate - sterilization temp of 121°C / 250°F for 30min, dry time of 20min. | Different |
#### Table 6: model 4472 – Comparison of technological characteristics with predicate device
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## Table 7: model 5596 – Comparison of technological characteristics with predicate device
| Parameter | 5596 -<br>K221227 | 5596 -<br>under K181456 | Comparison |
|--------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------|
| Indication for use | The horizontal autoclave<br>model 5596 is intended for<br>use by health care<br>providers to sterilize<br>medical products by means<br>of pressurized steam. The<br>device is an autoclave that<br>is intended to provide<br>sterilization of heat stable<br>medical devices: wrapped<br>and unwrapped (IUSS)<br>solids, hollow and porous<br>products. | The horizontal autoclave<br>model 5596 is intended for<br>use by health care<br>providers to sterilize<br>medical products by means<br>of pressurized steam. The<br>device is an autoclave that is<br>intended to provide<br>sterilization of heat stable<br>medical devices: wrapped<br>solids, hollow and porous<br>products. | Different |
| Chamber dimensions | 20" x 20" x 38" | 20" x 20" x 38" | Same |
| Chamber volume | 8.83 ft3 (250 L) | 8.83 ft3 (250 L) | Same |
| Operating<br>Principle /<br>sterilization method | Sterilization using steam<br>as sterilizing agent | Sterilization using steam<br>as sterilizing agent | Same |
| Sterilization cycle<br>types | Pre & post vacuum | Pre & post vacuum | Same |
| Vacuum system | Vacuum pump or ejector | Vacuum pump | Different |
| Chamber<br>Materials | 316 or 304 grade stainless<br>steal | 316 or 304 grade stainless<br>steal | Same |
| Energy source | The device can be<br>operated only while<br>connected to an electrical<br>source (the electrical grid).<br>It has no internal power<br>source (batteries). | The device can be<br>operated only while<br>connected to an electrical<br>source (the electrical grid).<br>It has no internal power<br>source (batteries). | Same |
| Controls | Electronic computer control | Electronic computer control | Same |
| Maximum load | · Tools (solids) - 34 kg (75<br>lbs.)<br>· Textile - 6 packs | • Tools (solids) – 23 kg<br>(50.7 lbs.)<br>• Textile – 22.2 kg | Different |
| Parameter | 5596 –<br>K221227 | 5596 –<br>under K181456 | Comparison |
| Cycle parameters | IUSS – sterilization temp. of 132°C / 270°F for 3min, dry time of 2min. Wrapped – sterilization temp. of 132°C / 270°F for 4min, dry time of 20min. IUSS delicate – sterilization temp. of 121°C / 250°F for 30min, dry time for 2min. Wrapped delicate – sterilization temp of 121°C / 250°F for 30min, dry time of 20min. | IUSS – sterilization temp. of 132°C / 270°F for 3min, dry time of 1min. Wrapped – sterilization temp. of 132°C / 270°F for 4min, dry time of 20min. IUSS delicate – sterilization temp. of 121°C / 250°F for 30min, dry time for 1min. Wrapped delicate – sterilization temp of 121°C / 250°F for 30min, dry time of 20min. | Different |
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Device Model: 4472, 5596, 6690, 66120
Table 8: model 6690 – Comparison of technological characteristics with predicate device
| Parameter | 6690 –<br>K221227 | 6690 –<br>under K181456 | Comparison |
|--------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------|
| Indication for use | The horizontal autoclave<br>model 6690 is intended for<br>use by health care<br>providers to sterilize<br>medical products by means<br>of pressurized steam. The<br>device is an autoclave that<br>is intended to provide<br>sterilization of heat stable<br>medical devices: wrapped<br>and unwrapped (IUSS)<br>solids, hollow and porous<br>products. | The horizontal autoclave<br>model 6690 is intended for<br>use by health care<br>providers to sterilize<br>medical products by means<br>of pressurized steam. The<br>device is an autoclave that<br>is intended to provide<br>sterilization of heat stable<br>medical devices: wrapped<br>solids, hollow and porous<br>products. | Different |
| Chamber dimensions | 26" x 26" x 39" | 26" x 26" x 39" | Same |
| Chamber volume | 15.19 ft3 (430 L) | 15.19 ft3 (430 L) | Same |
| Parameter | 6690 –<br>K221227 | 6690 –<br>under K181456 | Comparison |
| Operating Principle /<br>sterilization method | Sterilization using steam<br>as sterilizing agent | Sterilization using steam<br>as sterilizing agent | Same |
| Sterilization cycle<br>types | Pre & post vacuum | Pre & post vacuum | Same |
| Vacuum system | Vacuum pump or ejector | Vacuum pump | Different |
| Chamber<br>Materials | 316 or 304 grade stainless<br>steal | 316 or 304 grade stainless<br>steal | Same |
| Energy source | The device can be<br>operated only while<br>connected to an electrical<br>source (the electrical grid).<br>It has no internal power<br>source (batteries). | The device can be<br>operated only while<br>connected to an electrical<br>source (the electrical grid).<br>It has no internal power<br>source (batteries). | Same |
| Controls | Electronic computer<br>control, not programmable | Electronic computer<br>control, not programmable | Same |
| Maximum load | • Tools (solids) – 102.1 kg<br>(225 lbs.)<br>• Textile - 12 packs | • Tools (solids) - 46 kg<br>(101.4 lbs.)<br>• Textile - 33.3 kg | Different |
| Cycle parameters | • IUSS – sterilization<br>temp. of 132°C / 270°F<br>for 3min, dry time of<br>2min.<br>• Wrapped – sterilization<br>temp. of 132°C / 270°F<br>for 4min, dry time of<br>20min.<br>• IUSS delicate –<br>sterilization temp. of<br>121°C / 250°F for 30min,<br>dry time for 2min.<br>• Wrapped delicate –<br>sterilization temp of<br>121°C / 250°F for 30min,<br>dry time of 20min. | • IUSS – sterilization<br>temp. of 132°C / 270°F<br>for 3min, dry time of<br>1min.<br>• Wrapped – sterilization<br>temp. of 132°C / 270°F<br>for 4min, dry time of<br>20min.<br>• IUSS delicate –<br>sterilization temp. of<br>121°C / 250°F for 30min,<br>dry time for 1min.<br>• Wrapped delicate –<br>sterilization temp of<br>121°C / 250°F for 30min,<br>dry time of 20min. | Different |
| Parameter | 66120 –<br>K221227 | 66120 –<br>under K181456 | Comparison |
| Indication for use | The horizontal autoclave<br>model 66120 is intended<br>for use by health care<br>providers to sterilize<br>medical products by means<br>of pressurized steam. The<br>device is an autoclave that<br>is intended to provide<br>sterilization of heat stable<br>medical devices: wrapped<br>and unwrapped (IUSS)<br>solids, hollow and porous<br>products. | The horizontal autoclave<br>model 66120 is intended<br>for use by health care<br>providers to sterilize<br>medical products by means<br>of pressurized steam. The<br>device is an autoclave that<br>is intended to provide<br>sterilization of heat stable<br>medical devices: wrapped<br>solids, hollow and porous<br>products. | Different |
| Chamber dimensions | 26" x 26" x 49" | 26" x 26" x 49" | Same |
| Chamber volume | 18.72 ft³ (530 L) | 18.72 ft³ (530 L) | Same |
| Operating<br>Principle /<br>sterilization method | Sterilization using steam<br>as sterilizing agent | Sterilization using steam<br>as sterilizing agent | Same |
| Sterilization cycle<br>types | Pre & post vacuum | Pre & post vacuum | Same |
| Vacuum system | Vacuum pump or ejector | Vacuum pump | Different |
| Chamber<br>Materials | 316 or 304 grade stainless<br>steel | 316 or 304 grade stainless<br>steel | Same |
| Energy source | The device can be<br>operated only while<br>connected to an electrical<br>source (the electrical grid).<br>It has no internal power<br>source (batteries).…
Two short videos show you everything — or skip straight to the written tutorial if you'd rather read. You can reopen this any time from the Tutorial button in the top bar.
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.
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.