SpO2 Extension Cables are intended to be used to connect SpO2 sensors, placed at appropriate sites on the patient to a monitoring device for SpO2 monitoring by health care professional.
Device Story
SpO2 Extension Cable facilitates connection between SpO2 sensors and patient monitors; enables signal transmission for SpO2 monitoring. Device comprises two separable components: SpO2 patient cable (connects to monitor) and adapter (connects to sensor). Used in clinical settings by healthcare professionals. Operates as passive electrical conduit; ensures signal integrity between sensor and host monitor. Benefits patient by allowing continued use of compatible monitoring equipment. Reusable design.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Bench testing only. Compliance verified via ISO 10993-5 (cytotoxicity), ISO 10993-10 (irritation/sensitization), IEC 60601-1 (safety), IEC 60601-1-2 (EMC), ISO 80601-2-61 (pulse oximeter performance), and ANSI AAMI EC53 (cables). Compatibility testing confirmed no data corruption during communication between sensors and host monitors.
Technological Characteristics
Passive extension cable system. Materials: Shielded/unshielded copper with PVC or TPE jacket. Interface: 20-pin instrument connector; various pairing interfaces (DB9F-LNCS, MLNCS-MLNCS, LNOP-LNOP, RD-RD). Non-sterile. Reusable. Complies with IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, ISO 80601-2-61, and ANSI AAMI EC53.
Indications for Use
Indicated for use by healthcare professionals to connect SpO2 sensors to monitoring devices for patient SpO2 monitoring.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A patient transducer and electrode cable (including connector) is an electrical conductor used to transmit signals from, or power or excitation signals to, patient-connected electrodes or transducers.
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FDA U.S. FOOD & DRUG ADMINISTRATION
May 2, 2025
Beijing Rongrui-Century Science & Technology Co., Ltd.
% Wang Ray
General Manager
Beijing Believe-Med Technology Service Co., Ltd.
Rm.912, Building #15, XiYueHui, No.5, YiHe North Rd.,
FangShan District
Beijing, 102401
China
Re: K242986
Trade/Device Name: SpO2 Extension Cable
Regulation Number: 21 CFR 870.2900
Regulation Name: Patient Transducer And Electrode Cable (Including Connector)
Regulatory Class: Class II
Product Code: DSA, DQA
Dated: September 25, 2024
Received: September 26, 2024
Dear Wang Ray:
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 (the 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 available 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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Additional information about changes that may require a new premarket notification are provided in the FDA guidance documents entitled "Deciding When to Submit a 510(k) for a Change to an Existing Device" (https://www.fda.gov/media/99812/download) and "Deciding When to Submit a 510(k) for a Software Change to an Existing Device" (https://www.fda.gov/media/99785/download).
Your device is also subject to, among other requirements, the Quality System (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820), which includes, but is not limited to, 21 CFR 820.30, Design controls; 21 CFR 820.90, Nonconforming product; and 21 CFR 820.100, Corrective and preventive action. Please note that regardless of whether a change requires premarket review, the QS regulation requires device manufacturers to review and approve changes to device design and production (21 CFR 820.30 and 21 CFR 820.70) and document changes and approvals in the device master record (21 CFR 820.181).
Please be advised that FDA's issuance of a substantial equivalence determination does not mean that FDA has made a determination that your device complies with other requirements of the Act or any Federal statutes and regulations administered by other Federal agencies. You must comply with all the Act's requirements, including, but not limited to: registration and listing (21 CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Part 801); medical device reporting (reporting of medical device-related adverse events) (21 CFR Part 803) for devices or postmarketing safety reporting (21 CFR Part 4, Subpart B) for combination products (see https://www.fda.gov/combination-products/guidance-regulatory-information/postmarketing-safety-reporting-combination-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 Part 4, Subpart A) for combination products; and, if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR Parts 1000-1050.
All medical devices, including Class I and unclassified devices and combination product device constituent parts are required to be in compliance with the final Unique Device Identification System rule ("UDI Rule"). The UDI Rule requires, among other things, that a device bear a unique device identifier (UDI) on its label and package (21 CFR 801.20(a)) unless an exception or alternative applies (21 CFR 801.20(b)) and that the dates on the device label be formatted in accordance with 21 CFR 801.18. The UDI Rule (21 CFR 830.300(a) and 830.320(b)) also requires that certain information be submitted to the Global Unique Device Identification Database (GUDID) (21 CFR Part 830 Subpart E). For additional information on these requirements, please see the UDI System webpage at https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/device-advice-comprehensive-regulatory-assistance/unique-device-identification-system-udi-system.
Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR 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-devices/medical-device-safety/medical-device-reporting-mdr-how-report-medical-device-problems.
For comprehensive regulatory information about medical devices and radiation-emitting products, including information about labeling regulations, please see Device Advice (https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/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-devices/device-advice-comprehensive-regulatory-
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assistance/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).
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DHT1C: Division of Anesthesia, Respiratory, and Sleep Devices
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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: 07/31/2026
See PRA Statement below.
Submission Number (if known)
K242986
Device Name
SpO2 Extension Cable
Indications for Use (Describe)
SpO2 Extension Cables are intended to be used to connect SpO2 sensors, placed at appropriate sites on the patient to a monitoring device for SpO2 monitoring by health care professional.
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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510(k) Summary
The assigned 510(k) Number: K242986
# 510(k) Summary
This 510(k) Summary of 510(k) safety and effectiveness information is being submitted in accordance with requirements of SMDA 1990 and Title 21, CFR Section 807.92.
1. Date of Preparation:2025/03/31
2. Sponsor Identification
**Beijing Rongrui-Century Science & Technology Co., Ltd.**
3rd Floor, West zone, No.1 Building, No.7 Yard, Fengxian middle Road, HaiDian District, Beijing, 100094, P.R.China.
Contact Person: Zhenghua Zhang
Position: Quality Manager
Tel: +86-13371720965
Fax: +86-10-58711218
Email: zl05@r-rui.onaliyun.com
3. Designated Submission Correspondent
Mr. Ray Wang
**Beijing Believe-Med Technology Service Co., Ltd.**
Rm.912, Building #15, XiYueHui, No.5, YiHe North Rd., FangShan District, Beijing, 102401, China
Tel: +86-18910677558
Fax: +86-10-56335780
Email: information@believe-med.com
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510(k) Summary
4. Identification of Proposed Device
Trade Name: SpO2 Extension Cable
Common Name: Cable, Transducer And Electrode, Patient, (Including Connector)
Regulatory Information
Classification Name: Cable, Transducer And Electrode, Patient, (Including Connector)
Classification: II
Product Code: DSA, DQA
Regulation Number: 21 CFR 870.2900
Review Panel: Cardiovascular
Indication for use Statement:
SpO2 Extension Cables are intended to be used to connect SpO2 sensors, placed at appropriate sites on the patient to a monitoring device for SpO2 monitoring by health care professional.
Device Description:
SpO2 Extension Cable consists of two parts: the SpO2 patient cable and the adapter. The SpO2 patient cable is used for connecting the monitors, and the adapter is used for connecting the SpO2 patient cable and the SpO2 sensor.
The SpO2 Extension Cable is the replacements for similar cables manufactured by Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) and other third party after market manufacturers for their respective monitors.
By using the same types of construction and technological characteristics to the compatible patient monitor and SpO2 sensor, the SpO2 Extension Cable can avoid measured data corrupted.
The proposed device was modification from the legally marketed (existing) device "SpO2 Extension Cable"/K222370, manufactured by "Beijing Rongrui-Century Science & Technology Co., Ltd.", same as the sponsor of this submission.
Compared to the initial product (K222370), only the structure of the SpO2 Extension Cable has changed. Originally a non-separable complete extension cable, now an extension cable can be separated into two parts, called the SpO2 patient cable and the adapter.
The type of instrument connector (which connects one end of the monitoring device) for the SpO2 patient cable is 20pin, there are four types pairing interfaces between SpO2 patient cable and adapter, the pairing interfaces name for the SpO2 patient cable and adapter connection is DB9F-LNCS, MLNCS-MLNCS, LNOP-LNOP, RD-RD and the other end of the adapter connecting to SpO2 sensor is DB9F. Adapters are divided into two categories: with cable and without cable. Adapters for each type of interface are available with and without cables.
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510(k) Summary
The materials and the manufacturing process technology are the same.
We selected K222370 as our reference device. Detailed comparison information can be found in the 510k Summary.
The compatible sensors and monitors are shown in the following table:
| SpO2 patient cable Model | Adapter Model | Compatible Rongrui Sensor | Compatible Monitors Manufacture Masimo Corporation |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| RCT032 | RCT083-AL | RSJ002A, RSA002DN, RSJ002I, RSA002DI, RST002A,RSA002DP, RST002I, RSA002DA, RSW002N, RSY002N | Masimo Radical-7 (K212161) |
| | RCT083-CL | | |
| RCT032-M | RCT083-AM | | |
| | RCT083-CM | | |
| RCT032-P | RCT083-AP | | |
| | RCT083-CP | | |
| RCT032-R | RCT083-AR | | |
| | RCT083-CR | | |
# 5. Identification of Predicate Device(s)
Predicate Device
K222370
SpO2 Extension Cable
Beijing Rongrui-Century Science & Technology Co., Ltd.
# 6. Non-Clinical Test Conclusion
Non clinical tests were conducted to verify that the proposed device met all design specifications as was Substantially Equivalent (SE) to the predicate device. The test results demonstrated that the proposed device complies with the following standards:
$\succ$ ISO 10993-5: 2009 Biological Evaluation Of Medical Devices -- Part 5: Tests For In Vitro Cytotoxicity
$\succ$ ISO 10993-10: 2010 Biological Evaluation Of Medical Devices - Part 10: Tests For Irritation And Skin Sensitization.
$\succ$ IEC 60601-1 Edition 3.2 2020-08 CONSOLIDATED VERSION, Medical Electrical Equipment - Part 1: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance
$\succ$ IEC 60601-1-2 Edition 4.1 2020-09 CONSOLIDATED VERSION, Medical Electrical Equipment-Part 1-2: General Requirements For Basic Safety And Essential Performance - Collateral Standard: Electromagnetic Compatibility- Requirements And Tests
$\succ$ ISO 80601-2-61:2017 Medical electrical equipment-Part 2-61: Particular requirements for
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510(k) Summary
basic safety and essential performance of pulse oximeter equipment
> ANSI AAMI EC53:2013/(R)2020 ECG trunk cables and patient leadwires
SpO2 Extension Cable has also been evaluated the performance accuracy through Compatibility testing, which proves that no measured data corrupt during communication between SpO2 sensors and host monitors.
7. Clinical Test Conclusion
No clinical study is included in this submission.
8. Substantially Equivalent (SE) Comparison
Table 1 General Comparison
| Item | Proposed Device | Predicate Device | Remark |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Product name | SpO2 Extension Cable | SpO2 Extension Cable K222370 | / |
| Classification Regulation | 21 CFR 870.2900 | 21 CFR 870.2900 | SAME |
| Classification | II | II | SAME |
| Product Code | DSA, DQA | DSA | SAME |
| Common Name | Cable, Transducer And Electrode, Patient, (Including Connector) | Cable, Transducer And Electrode, Patient, (Including Connector) | SAME |
| Indications for use | SpO2 Extension Cables are intended to be used to connect SpO2 sensors, placed at appropriate sites on the patient to a monitoring device for SpO2 monitoring by health care professional. | SpO2 Extension Cables are intended to be used to connect SpO2 sensors, placed at appropriate sites on the patient to a monitoring device for SpO2 monitoring by health care professional. | SAME |
| Structure | Separate extension cable | Non-separable extension cable | Different |
| Usage | Reusable | Reusable | SAME |
| Cable lengths | 2m±10% | 2m±10% | SAME |
| Wire material | Shielded & Unshielded Copper with PVC or TPE jacket | Shielded & Unshielded Copper with PVC or TPE jacket | SAME |
| Sterility | Non-sterile | Non-sterile | SAME |
| Biocompatibility | Meets ISO 10993-5 Cytotoxicity, ISO 10993-10 Sensitization and Irritation | Meets ISO 10993-5 Cytotoxicity, ISO 10993-10 Sensitization and Irritation | SAME |
| Electrical safety and Performance | IEC 60601-1
ISO 80601-2-61
ANSI AAMI EC53 | IEC 60601-1
ISO 80601-2-61
ANSI AAMI EC53 | SAME |
| EMC | IEC 60601-1-2 | IEC 60601-1-2 | SAME |
Different--Structure:
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510(k) Summary
The structure of the proposed device and predicate device is minor different. The predicate device is a non-separable complete extension cable, the proposed device can be separated into two parts: SpO2 patient cable and the adapter. Though their structure is different, they all contain Plug, Cable/Leadwires and connectors. And the proposed device comply with electrical safety standard IEC 60601-1, IEC6061-1-2, the performance standard ISO 80601-2-61 and ANSI AAMI EC53. Therefore, the difference will not affect the safety and effectiveness of the proposed device.
9. Conclusion
Based on the nonclinical tests performed, the subject device is as safe, as effective, and performs as well as the legally marketed predicate device, SpO2 Extension Cable, cleared under K222370.
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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.
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How do you verify an AI chat answer on the device detail page?
Click the citation bubbles to jump to the relevant highlight in the source document.
Reading rule for every project: how many summaries do you read in full?
At least the three most relevant 510(k) or De Novo summaries, in full. After that, use targeted chat questions to confirm your memory quickly. The tool supports this professional habit — it doesn't replace it.
5. Side-by-side comparison
Select multiple rows in the results table (aim for under ~10), then open the PDF Viewer tab. Ask one question — it goes to all selected devices in parallel, each with citations. This is the fastest way to compare and contrast devices: training data, PCCP scope, how they handled adding new scanners, and so on.
What does the side-by-side PDF viewer mode do?
Select multiple devices, open the PDF viewer tab, and ask one question (e.g., "Describe the training data"). It queries all selected devices simultaneously with citations, so you can compare and contrast quickly.
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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.
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Browse product codes and regulation numbers, read the identification text and special controls, browse sibling product codes, open device PDFs on the right, and search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree.
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Click Show Chart and segment by regulation number (or product code) to see which regulations dominate your result set. Clicking a regulation takes you into the regulations tree. Great for spotting that most matches are, say, hardware laparoscopic devices — a cue to go back and filter.
How do you see which regulations dominate a search result set?
Click "Show Chart" and segment by Regulation Number. Clicking a regulation takes you to the regulations tree.
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Open the Predicates tab for a family-tree view of predicate relationships. Click a node to trace its parents and children; selections from search carry over pre-selected. Commonly predicated devices are worth reading — a lot of people predicated them for a reason. The visual lineage is also handy on client calls, e.g. to show how a predicate family evolved and justify why your predicate still holds.
In the predicate graph, why are commonly predicated devices worth reading?
A lot of people predicated them for a reason. Clicking a node traces parents and children, and selections from search carry over pre-selected.
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The Embeddings tab plots every matching document in a 2-D "galaxy map" where semantically similar devices cluster together. Hover or click clusters to explore, and let AI label the clusters for you. Embeddings beat product codes for grouping: two devices can carry different product codes (LLZ vs. QIH) yet do the same thing — the embedding captures the meaning of the intended use and device story. This is also exactly how retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) works under the hood, and it makes a great visual on client calls.
Try it yourself
Head to the search page and work through a few of these AI/ML fuzzy searches to build intuition: perivascular fat on CT · aortic valve calcification opportunistic screening on noncontrast CT · breast cancer prediction on digital pathology slides · autism detection · gestational age prediction · a hearing aid that can also detect a pulse · foundation model based analysis of ECG · large language models · penetration test. Watch how the relevance scores, intended use, and AI Performance tables tell you when results stop being meaningful.