The CNSAC Disposable Belts for Polysomnography is intended to measure thoracic and/or abdominal respiratory effort during polysomnography (PSG) sleep studies in adult and pediatric patients greater than 2 years of age. The device is used with compatible polysomnography recording systems in clinical sleep laboratories or similar diagnostic environments. The belt is intended for single-patient use and is worn externally around the thorax or abdomen over clothing.
Device Story
Device is a passive, single-patient-use elastic textile belt for polysomnography (PSG). It incorporates an integrated conductive respiratory inductance plethysmography (RIP) loop and a snap-button connector. Worn externally around the thorax or abdomen over clothing, it functions as a passive sensing element. During respiration, thoracic/abdominal circumference changes alter the electrical characteristics of the RIP loop. These changes are detected by an external, compatible RIP sensor and transmitted to a PSG recording system for signal processing, display, and analysis. Used by trained healthcare professionals in clinical sleep laboratories or similar diagnostic environments. The device contains no active electronics, software, firmware, or internal power source. It aids in diagnosing sleep disorders, including sleep apnea, by providing respiratory effort data to the clinician for evaluation.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical studies were conducted. Substantial equivalence was demonstrated through bench testing, including mechanical integrity (tensile/stretching), electrical continuity, connector reliability, and functional signal performance. Comparative testing against the predicate device on five healthy adult volunteers confirmed comparable signal acquisition, stability, and morphology across various breathing patterns. Biocompatibility was verified per ISO 10993-1, ISO 10993-5, ISO 10993-10, and ISO 10993-23. Electrical safety and EMC were evaluated at the system level per IEC 60601-1 and IEC 60601-1-2.
Technological Characteristics
Passive elastic textile belt with integrated conductive RIP loop and snap-button connector. Non-powered; no active electronics, software, or firmware. Dimensions vary for adult/pediatric use. Non-sterile. Biocompatibility per ISO 10993. System-level electrical safety/EMC per IEC 60601-1 and IEC 60601-1-2.
Indications for Use
Indicated for adult and pediatric patients >2 years of age requiring measurement of thoracic and/or abdominal respiratory effort during polysomnography sleep studies.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A breathing (ventilatory) frequency monitor is a device intended to measure or monitor a patient's respiratory rate. The device may provide an audible or visible alarm when the respiratory rate, averaged over time, is outside operator settable alarm limits. This device does not include the apnea monitor classified in § 868.2377.
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September 24, 2026
CNSAC Medshop GmbH
Arash Kianian
CEO
Biebelrieder St. 42
Theilheim, 97288
Germany
Re: K260949
Trade/Device Name: Disposable Belts for Polysomnography (CNSAC)
Regulation Number: 21 CFR 868.2375
Regulation Name: Breathing Frequency Monitor
Regulatory Class: Class II
Product Code: MNR
Dated: March 21, 2026
Received: March 23, 2026
Dear Arash Kianian:
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.
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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 Management System Regulation (QMSR) (21 CFR Part 820), which includes, but is not limited to, ISO 13485 clause 7.3 (Design controls), ISO 13485 clause 8.3 (Nonconforming product), ISO 13485 clause 8.5.2 (Corrective action), and ISO 13485 clause 8.5.3 (Preventative action). Please note that regardless of whether a change requires premarket review, the QMSR requires device manufacturers to review and approve changes to device design and production (ISO 13485 clause 7.3 and ISO 13485 clause 7.5) and document changes and approvals in the Medical Device File (ISO 13485 clause 4.2.3).
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# **Indications for Use**
Form Approved: OMB No. 0910-0120
Expiration Date: 07/31/2026
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510(k) Number (if known)
K260949
Device Name
Disposable Belts for Polysomnography (CNSAC)
Indications for Use (Describe)
The CNSAC Disposable Belts for Polysomnography is intended to measure thoracic and/or abdominal respiratory effort during polysomnography (PSG) sleep studies in adult and pediatric patients greater than 2 years of age. The device is used with compatible polysomnography recording systems in clinical sleep laboratories or similar diagnostic environments. The belt is intended for single-patient use and is worn externally around the thorax or abdomen over clothing.
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510(k) Premarket Notification
CNSAC Disposable PSG Belts
CNSAC
cardiology · neurology · sleep
# 510(k) SUMMARY
# Submitter Information
CNSAC MedShop GmbH
Biebelrieder Str. 42
97288 Theilheim
Germany
Contact Person: Dr. Arash Kianian
Email: ark@cnsac.com
Phone: +49 9303 98 41
Fax: +49 9303 98 41 3 51
Alternate Contact Person: Jennifer Gantt
Elexes Medical Consulting <https://www.elexes.com/>
Phone:+1 650-503-6615 |
Wyoming, USA| Bengaluru, IN
Email: jennifer@elexes.com
Date Prepared: September 24, 2026
# Device Name
Trade Name: Disposable Belts for Polysomnography (CNSAC)
Common Name: Ventilatory Effort Recorder Accessory
Classification Name: Breathing frequency monitor
Product Code: MNR
Regulation Number: 21 CFR 868.2375
Device Class: Class II
# Predicate Device (K151361)
Primary Predicate: Nox Disposable Inductive Effort Belt
Manufacturer: Nox Medical ehf
Common Name: Ventilatory Effort Recorder Accessory
Classification Name: Breathing frequency monitor
Product Code: MNR
Regulation Number: 21 CFR 868.2375
Device Class: Class II
# Device Description
The CNSAC Disposable PSG Belt is a single-patient-use accessory intended for use during polysomnography (PSG) sleep studies to acquire thoracic and abdominal respiratory effort signals when used with compatible respiratory inductance plethysmography (RIP) sensors and PSG recording systems. The device consists of an elastic textile belt incorporating an integrated conductive RIP loop and snap-button connector interface. The belt is designed to be positioned around the patient's thorax and/or abdomen over light clothing during sleep
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# **510(k) Premarket Notification**
**CNSAC Disposable PSG Belts**
CNSAC
cardiology · neurology · sleep
monitoring procedures. The device is supplied non-sterile and is intended for single-patient use only.
The CNSAC Disposable PSG Belt functions as a passive sensing element within a respiratory effort monitoring system and does not contain active electronics, signal conditioning circuitry, oscillation circuitry, software, firmware, or an internal power source.
During use, the integrated RIP loop is connected to a compatible external RIP sensor through the snap-button connector interface. Changes in thoracic and abdominal circumference during respiration alter the electrical characteristics of the RIP loop. These changes are detected by the external RIP sensor and transmitted to the connected PSG system for signal processing, recording, display, and analysis. The device is available in multiple sizes for adult and pediatric patients (>2 years of age).
The CNSAC Disposable PSG Belt is intended for use by trained healthcare professionals in sleep laboratories, hospitals, and other clinical environments where PSG examinations are performed. The device is used as part of sleep disorder diagnostic procedures, including evaluation of patients with suspected sleep apnea and other sleep-related breathing disorders.
The CNSAC Disposable PSG Belt is intended for use with compatible SOMNOmedics RIP sensors and PSG recording systems, including the SOMNOtouch RESP system. The belt connects to the external RIP sensor through a snap-button interface. Signal acquisition, processing, recording, and display are performed by the connected RIP sensor and PSG system. The belt is a passive accessory and does not contain active electronics, software, firmware, or signal-processing functions.
### Indications for Use
The Disposable Belts for Polysomnography (CNSAC) is intended to measure thoracic and/or abdominal respiratory effort during polysomnography (PSG) sleep studies in adult and pediatric patients greater than 2 years of age. The device is used with compatible polysomnography recording systems in clinical sleep laboratories or similar diagnostic environments. The belt is intended for single-patient use and is worn externally around the thorax or abdomen over clothing.
### Comparison of Technological Characteristics
The subject device has the same intended use and similar technological characteristics as the predicate device (K151361). Both devices are passive, non-powered accessories used during polysomnography to measure respiratory effort using respiratory inductance plethysmography (RIP) technology.
Both devices consist of an elastic textile belt with an integrated inductive wire and connectors for attachment to PSG monitoring systems. Any minor differences in materials or dimensions do not affect the intended use or fundamental scientific technology and do not raise new questions of safety or effectiveness.
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510(k) Premarket Notification
CNSAC Disposable PSG Belts
CNSAC
cardiology · neurology · sleep
| Feature | New Device | Predicate Device | Substantial Equivalent Comments |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | Disposable Belts for Polysomnography (CNSAC) | Nox RIP Belts and Nox RIP Belt Cables | |
| Manufacturer | CNSAC MedShop GmbH | Nox Medical ehf | |
| 510(k) number | K260949 | K151361 | |
| Product code | MNR | MNR | Same as predicate device |
| Regulation name | Ventilatory Effort Recorder | Ventilatory Effort Recorder | Same as predicate device |
| Regulation number | 21 CFR 868.2375 | 21 CFR 868.2375 | Same as predicate device |
| Device Class | Class II | Class II | Same as predicate device |
| Indications for use | The Disposable Belts for Polysomnography (CNSAC) is intended to measure thoracic and/or abdominal respiratory effort during polysomnography (PSG) sleep studies in adult and pediatric patients greater than 2 years of age. The device is used with compatible polysomnography recording systems in clinical sleep laboratories or similar diagnostic environments. The belt is intended for single-patient use and is worn externally around the thorax or abdomen over clothing. | The Nox RIP Belts are intended for measuring of respiratory effort signals. They function as accessories for sleep/polysomnography (PSG) systems. The Nox RIP Belts are indicated for use on patients greater than 2 years of age. The intended environments are hospitals, institutions, sleep centers, sleep clinics, or other test environments, including the patient's home. | Comparable intended use and clinical application. Both devices are intended for measurement of respiratory effort during polysomnography (PSG) in patients greater than 2 years of age. The differences in the described use environments and the additional specification of single-patient use and placement over clothing do not affect safety or effectiveness, as these differences do not alter the device's intended function, operating principle, or method of respiratory effort measurement. |
| Device Function | Passive accessory used in conjunction with a compatible RIP sensor and PSG system for acquisition of thoracic and abdominal respiratory effort signals | Passive accessory used in conjunction with a compatible RIP sensor and PSG system for acquisition of thoracic and abdominal respiratory effort signals | Same as predicate device |
| Device Design | Elastic textile RIP belt with integrated conductive wire loop and snap-button connector interface | Elastic textile RIP belt with integrated conductive wire loop and connector interface | Comparable design. Both devices use an elastic textile RIP belt with an integrated conductive wire loop and connector interface for measurement of respiratory effort. Although the connector interfaces are described differently, the difference is related to compatibility with the respective polysomnography (PSG) systems. Both connectors provide the same intended connection function. This difference does not affect the intended function or operating |
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510(k) Premarket Notification
CNSAC Disposable PSG Belts
CNSAC
cardiology · neurology · sleep
| | | | principle and does not raise any new questions of safety or effectiveness. |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Technology | RIP belt with integrated conductive/inductive wire loop | RIP belt with integrated conductive/inductive wire loop | Same as predicate device |
| Functional Components | Textile belt, conductive RIP loop, snap-button connector interface | Textile belt, conductive RIP loop, connector interface | Same technological principle |
| Power Source / Active Electronics | No power source; contains only passive components | No power source; contains only passive components | Same |
| Signal Processing | No signal processing done in Belt | No signal processing done in Belt | Same |
| Sterility | Non-sterile | Non-sterile | Same as predicate device |
| Environment of Use | Hospitals, institutions, sleep centers, sleep clinics, or other test environments, including the patient's home. | Hospitals, institutions, sleep centers, sleep clinics, or other test environments, including the patient's home. | Same as predicate device |
| Intended User | trained healthcare professionals during supervised sleep diagnostic procedures | trained healthcare professionals during supervised sleep diagnostic procedures | Same as predicate device |
| Target Patient | Adult and pediatric patients (>2 years) | Patients older than 2 years | Same as predicate device |
| Sizes | Multiple belt sizes available | Multiple belt sizes available | Same as predicate device |
| Type of connection | Snap connector interface to respiratory effort sensor | Snap connector interface | Same as predicate device |
| Shelf Life | 24 months | Not specified | Comparable. The subject device has a labeled shelf life of 24 months, whereas no shelf life is specified in the cleared labeling of the predicate device. The 24-month shelf life of the subject device is supported by real-time aging evaluation and demonstrates that the device maintains its specified performance and integrity throughout the labeled shelf life. Therefore, the difference in shelf-life labeling does not raise any new questions of safety or effectiveness. |
| Packaging Configuration | Individual non-sterile packaging | Individual non-sterile packaging | Same as predicate device. Both devices are individually packaged and supplied non-sterile. The packaging configuration is the same and therefore does not affect the safety or effectiveness of the device. |
The predicate device K151361 includes both respiratory effort sensing belts (RIP Belts) and associated RIP Belt Cables intended to connect the belts to sleep diagnostic recording systems. In contrast, the subject device consists solely of disposable respiratory effort belts and does not include cables, patient lead wires, recorder interfaces, active electronics, signal conditioning circuitry, software, firmware, or other interconnection accessories.
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510(k) Premarket Notification
CNSAC Disposable PSG Belts
CNSAC
cardiology · neurology · sleep
Accordingly, several technological characteristics evaluated as part of K151361 are not applicable to the subject device, including belt cable performance, recorder interface compatibility, interconnection reliability, and associated accessory requirements. The subject device represents a narrower device configuration consisting solely of the passive respiratory effort belt component of the predicate technology.
The subject device and the predicate RIP Belts share the same intended use, patient population, operating principle, and fundamental technological characteristics. Both devices are passive respiratory effort sensors intended to monitor thoracic and abdominal respiratory effort during sleep studies when used with compatible polysomnography or sleep diagnostic systems. Both devices employ the same fundamental respiratory effort sensing technology, contain no active electronic components, require no power source, and perform no signal processing.
Any differences between the subject device and the predicate device are limited to design, material, dimensional, and manufacturing characteristics that do not alter the intended use, operating principle, or functional performance of the device. Verification testing, performance evaluation, biocompatibility assessment, packaging validation, shelf-life evaluation, and risk management activities demonstrate that these differences do not introduce new hazards, do not adversely affect device performance, and do not raise new questions of safety or effectiveness. Based on the identical intended use, equivalent operating principles, comparable performance characteristics, and reduced technological complexity relative to the complete predicate system, the CNSAC Disposable PSG Belt is substantially equivalent to the legally marketed predicate device cleared under K151361.
## Performance Data
### Performance Testing
Performance testing was conducted to verify that the CNSAC Disposable PSG Belt performs as intended and to demonstrate substantial equivalence to the predicate device
### Mechanical Integrity
Mechanical testing was performed to verify the structural integrity of the elastic belt material and integrated sensing components under conditions representative of intended use. Testing included tensile loading and repeated stretching to evaluate the mechanical integrity of the belt during polysomnography procedures.
### Elasticity Testing
The belt was subjected to repeated expansion and contraction cycles to simulate respiratory movements occurring during sleep studies. Testing verified that the device maintained its functional characteristics and mechanical performance following repeated use-related deformation.
### Electrical Continuity
The integrated conductive sensing element was evaluated for electrical continuity using resistance measurements. Testing confirmed uninterrupted electrical continuity and functional integrity of the sensing element throughout the intended operating range.
### Connector Reliability
The snap-button connector interface was evaluated through repeated connection/disconnection
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# 510(k) Premarket Notification
CNSAC Disposable PSG Belts
CNSAC
cardiology · neurology · sleep
cycles and mechanical pull-force testing. Testing verified reliable mechanical retention and electrical connectivity between the disposable belt and compatible respiratory effort sensing components.
# Functional Signal Performance Testing
Performance testing was conducted to evaluate the respiratory effort signal performance of the CNSAC Disposable PSG Belt and to compare its performance with the legally marketed predicate device, Nox Respiratory Effort Belt (K151361).
Comparative functional performance testing was performed on five healthy adult volunteers under controlled breathing conditions. Respiratory effort signals were recorded during normal breathing, deep breathing, and rapid breathing using the CNSAC Disposable PSG Belt and the predicate device under equivalent test conditions.
Recorded respiratory effort signals were evaluated with respect to signal acquisition capability, signal continuity, signal stability, waveform morphology, response to changes in respiratory effort and breathing frequency, respiratory pattern recognition, and the presence of signal loss or dropouts.
All predefined acceptance criteria were met. Acceptance criteria included successful acquisition of respiratory effort signals, continuous signal acquisition without clinically significant interruptions or signal loss, stable waveform morphology, and comparable signal response to changes in breathing depth and breathing frequency between the CNSAC Disposable PSG Belt and the predicate device.
# Electrical Safety and Electromagnetic Compatibility
The CNSAC Disposable PSG Belt is a passive, non-powered device with no active electronics or wireless functionality. Electrical safety and electromagnetic compatibility were evaluated at the system level with compatible SOMNOmedics PSG equipment. Testing in accordance with IEC 60601-1 and IEC 60601-1-2 included CNSAC Disposable PSG Belt models within the evaluated configurations and demonstrated acceptable electrical safety and EMC performance. The testing supports that use of the belts with the compatible SOMNOmedics system does not adversely affect system electrical safety, electromagnetic compatibility, or respiratory effort signal acquisition.
# Shelf-Life Evaluation
Real-time shelf-life evaluation was performed using production belts aged for approximately 36 months to support the labeled 2-year (24-month) shelf life and demonstrate maintenance of device functionality, packaging integrity, and product performance throughout and beyond the claimed storage period.
# Biocompatibility
Biocompatibility evaluation was conducted in accordance with ISO 10993 standards, including cytotoxicity, sensitization, and irritation testing, supporting the safety of the materials used.
# Clinical Testing
No clinical studies were conducted. Clinical data were not required to demonstrate substantial equivalence, as the device has the same intended use and similar technological characteristics as the predicate device.
# Applicable standards/guidance:
- IEC 60601-1 — Medical electrical equipment – Part 1: General requirements for basic
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# 510(k) Premarket Notification
CNSAC Disposable PSG Belts
CNSAC
cardiology · neurology · sleep
safety and essential performance — applicable to the system-level electrical safety evidence.
- IEC 60601-1-2 — Medical electrical equipment – Part 1-2: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance – Collateral Standard: Electromagnetic disturbances – Requirements and tests — applicable to the system-level EMC evaluation.
- ISO 10993-1:2018 — Biological evaluation of medical devices — Part 1: Evaluation and testing within a risk management process.
- ISO 10993-5:2009 — Biological evaluation of medical devices – Part 5: Tests for in vitro cytotoxicity.
- ISO 10993-10:2021 — Biological evaluation of medical devices – Part 10: Tests for skin sensitization.
- ISO 10993-23:2021 — Biological evaluation of medical devices – Part 23: Tests for irritation.
- FDA Guidance, “Use of International Standard ISO 10993-1, Biological evaluation of medical devices – Part 1: Evaluation and testing within a risk management process” (September 2023)
- ISO 14971:2019 — Medical devices — Application of risk management to medical devices
### Substantial Equivalence Conclusion
The CNSAC Disposable PSG Belt has the same intended use and similar technological characteristics as the predicate device K151361. Performance testing demonstrates that the device is as safe and effective as the predicate device and does not raise new questions of safety or effectiveness. Therefore, the CNSAC Disposable PSG Belt is substantially equivalent to the predicate device.
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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.