← Product Code [BTT](/submissions/AN/subpart-f%E2%80%94therapeutic-devices/BTT) · K964653 # OASIS HUMIDIFIER (K964653) _Respironics, Inc. · BTT · Feb 14, 1997 · Anesthesiology · SESE_ **Canonical URL:** https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/AN/subpart-f%E2%80%94therapeutic-devices/BTT/K964653 ## Device Facts - **Applicant:** Respironics, Inc. - **Product Code:** [BTT](/submissions/AN/subpart-f%E2%80%94therapeutic-devices/BTT.md) - **Decision Date:** Feb 14, 1997 - **Decision:** SESE - **Submission Type:** Traditional - **Regulation:** 21 CFR 868.5450 - **Device Class:** Class 2 - **Review Panel:** Anesthesiology - **Attributes:** Therapeutic ## Indications for Use The Oasis Humidifier is an accessory for Respironics CPAP and BiPAP systems to provide moisture to the patient circuit. The Oasis is the only humidifier with the acoustical design that enables effective operation of Respironics' Auto-CPAP mode. As such, it is the only humidifier that can be used with Respironics' Auto-CPAP products (i.e., Virtuoso Smart CPAP System (K953930) and Quartet Clinical System (K963761, currently under review)). The Oasis can also be used with standard CPAP devices from other manufacturers which have maximum operating pressures of 20 cm H₂O, and do not have bi-level or automatic pressure titration capabilities. Performance of non-Respironics CPAP systems with the Oasis humidifier should be verified before use. ## Device Story Passive respiratory gas humidifier; accessory for CPAP/BiPAP systems. Input: dry inspiratory air from pressure-generating unit. Operation: air passes through water reservoir; evaporation increases humidity; no heating element. Output: humidified air delivered to patient circuit. Features acoustically-tuned J-shaped tube to maintain impedance for Auto-CPAP mode functionality. Used in home or clinical settings; operated by patient or clinician. Device consists of dishwasher-safe plastic lid, reservoir, gasket, and flexible tubing. Benefits patient by providing moisture to prevent airway dryness during positive pressure therapy. ## Clinical Evidence Bench testing only. Performance verified through environmental testing and compliance with FDA standards. Pressure drop measured at 0.17 cm H2O (30 L/min) and 0.5 cm H2O (60 L/min). Humidity output validated to >25% RH. ## Technological Characteristics Passive evaporation humidifier. Materials: dishwasher-safe plastic (reservoir/lid), gasket, flexible tubing. Dimensions: 440 ml capacity. Connectivity: pneumatic connection to CPAP/BiPAP via 24" flexible tubing. Sterilization: EtO compatible; disinfection via pasteurization. Acoustically-tuned internal passage for Auto-CPAP impedance matching. ## Regulatory Identification A respiratory gas humidifier is a device that is intended to add moisture to, and sometimes to warm, the breathing gases for administration to a patient. Cascade, gas, heated, and prefilled humidifiers are included in this generic type of device. ## Predicate Devices - RI Humidifier ([K945782](/device/K945782.md)) ## Reference Devices - Virtuoso Smart CPAP System ([K953930](/device/K953930.md)) - Quartet Clinical System ([K963761](/device/K963761.md)) - REMstar CPAP System ## Submission Summary (Full Text) > This content was OCRed from public FDA records by [Innolitics](https://innolitics.com). If you use, quote, summarize, crawl, or train on this content, cite Innolitics at https://innolitics.com. > > Innolitics is a medical-device software consultancy. We help companies design, build, and clear FDA-regulated software and AI/ML devices, including [a 510(k)](https://innolitics.com/services/510ks/), [a De Novo](https://innolitics.com/services/regulatory/), [a SaMD](https://innolitics.com/services/end-to-end-samd/), [an AI/ML medical device](https://innolitics.com/services/medical-imaging-ai-development/), or [an FDA regulatory strategy](https://innolitics.com/services/regulatory/). {0} K964653 Premarket Notification Section 510(k) Section 12 - Summary of Safety and Effectiveness Oasis Humidifier # SECTION 12 # SUMMARY OF SAFETY AND EFFECTIVENESS FEB 14 1997 ![img-0.jpeg](img-0.jpeg) 1001 Murry Ridge Drive, Murrysville, PA 15668 November 19, 1996 Official Contact Francis X. Dobscha Manager, Regulatory Affairs Respironics, Inc. 1001 Murry Ridge Drive Murrysville, PA 15668 Classification Name 21 CFR 868.5450 73BTT Common/Usual Name Respiratory Gas Humidifier Proprietary Name Oasis Humidifier Predicate Device RI Humidifier (K945782) ©1996 Respironics Inc. November 19, 1996 Section 12, Page 1 {1} Premarket Notification Section 510(k) Section 12 - Summary of Safety and Effectiveness Oasis Humidifier ## Reason for Submission The Oasis Humidifier is a new device. ## Substantial Equivalence The Oasis Humidifier is substantially equivalent to the RI Humidifier (K945782). Both devices provide moisture to the patient circuit when used as an accessory to CPAP and BiPAP devices. Testing was performed to demonstrate that the performance of the Oasis Humidifier in its intended environment is as safe and effective as that of the legally marketed predicate device. The safety and effectiveness of the Oasis Humidifier was verified through performance related Environmental Testing. The Oasis Humidifier was found compliant and has been certified to the standards referenced in the "FDA Reviewer Guidance for Premarket Notifications." ## General Technical Description ### Intended Use The Oasis Humidifier is an accessory for Respironics CPAP and BiPAP systems to provide moisture to the patient circuit. The Oasis is the only humidifier with the acoustical design that enables effective operation of Respironics' Auto-CPAP mode. As such, it is the only humidifier that can be used with Respironics' Auto-CPAP products (i.e., Virtuoso Smart CPAP System (K953930) and Quartet Clinical System (K963761, currently under review)). The Oasis can also be used with standard CPAP devices from other manufacturers which have maximum operating pressures of 20 cm H₂O, and do not have bi-level or automatic pressure titration capabilities. Performance of non-Respironics CPAP systems with the Oasis humidifier should be verified before use. ### Device Description The Oasis Humidifier (Figure 12-1) consists of a top ("lid"), bottom ("reservoir"), gasket, and a 24" reusable flexible tube that connects the Oasis to the pressure-generating unit (Respironics CPAP or BiPAP unit). The lid and reservoir are held together by four release latches. The latches are connected to the reservoir. ©1996 Respironics Inc. November 19, 1996 Section 12, Page 2 {2} Premarket Notification Section 510(k) Section 12 - Summary of Safety and Effectiveness Oasis Humidifier ![img-1.jpeg](img-1.jpeg) Figure 12-1. The Oasis Humidifier The Oasis has an inlet port and an outlet port on its lid. The inlet port is on the top of the lid. The inlet port is where water is poured into the reservoir and where flexible tube connects the Oasis to the pressure-generating unit. The outlet port is on the front of the lid. (The six-foot patient circuit tubing is attached to the Oasis outlet port.) A J-shaped tube molded in the top of this lid is an acoustically-tuned passage. This passage gives the Oasis the acoustical characteristics that enable effective operation of Respironics' Auto-CPAP mode. As such, it allows the Oasis to be used as an accessory for Respironics' Auto-CPAP devices. The inlet port's 26 mm outside diameter corresponds with the larger end of the 24" flexible tubing (26 mm inside diameter). The smaller end of the tubing -- 22 mm inside diameter -- connects to the outlet port of the pressure-generating unit. Refer to K945782 for complete information on the 24" flexible tubing. The Oasis (excluding the gasket) is made of dishwasher-safe plastic. ## Specifications: | Ambient Operating Temperature | 5° to 40° C | | --- | --- | | Storage Temperature: | -20° to +60° C | | Ambient Operating Relative Humidity Range | 5% to 95% non-condensing | | Reservoir Capacity | 440 ml | | Relative Humidity Output | >25% | | Pressure Drop (humidifier and 24" tubing) | .17 cm H₂O at flow of 30 L/min; .5 cm H₂O at flow of 60 L/min. | ©1996 Respironics Inc. November 19, 1996 Section 12, Page 3 {3} Premarket Notification Section 510(k) Section 12 - Summary of Safety and Effectiveness Oasis Humidifier # Principles of Operation Air passes through a container partially filled with water and absorbs vapor by evaporation. No heating is used to vaporize the water. The humidified air is conveyed to the patient through the patient circuit. The unit conditions dry (5% RH at 40° C) inspiratory air at 85 L/min to a minimum of 25% RH, using distilled water, when subjected to pressure range of 3 to 20 cm H₂O. A full reservoir (2 cups, or 440 ml) will give approximately ten hours of humidification at those environmental conditions. The Oasis is to be filled only when it is disconnected from the pressure-generating unit. It is filled by pouring 2 cups (440 ml) distilled or sterile water into the inlet port. To verify the correct amount of water has been added, the humidifier is tilted up vertically, so that the water line can be seen against the fill line. By design, bulk liquid in the reservoir will not enter any other part of the patient circuit when the device is tilted up to 20°. The Oasis is positioned below the circuit connection at the mask and the air outlet on the CPAP or BiPAP unit. The Oasis can support a CPAP or BiPAP unit placed directly on top of it. An optional shelf placed around the Oasis is recommended if the user chooses to place a BiPAP Ventilatory Support System or the Great Performers’ BiPAP Duet System or Quartet Clinical System on top of the Oasis. The humidifier has the same acoustical impedance as the RI Virtuoso CPAP unit so that it can be used as an accessory for Respironics’ Auto-CPAP devices (i.e., Virtuoso and Quartet). The Oasis can be used with standard CPAP devices from other manufacturers which have maximum operating pressures of 20 cm H₂O, and do not have bi-level or automatic pressure titration capabilities. The Oasis was tested, in part, with the Respironics REMstar CPAP System, which is representative of most currently marketed standard CPAP devices. The pressure drop performance characteristic, resulting from additional flow resistance through the humidifier, is the only humidifier performance characteristic that would affect the performance of a standard CPAP device. The Oasis humidifier pressure drop is ©1996 Respironics Inc. November 19, 1996 Section 12, Page 4 {4} Premarket Notification Section 510(k) Section 12 - Summary of Safety and Effectiveness Oasis Humidifier approximately 0.5 cmH2O @ 60 LPM, which is negligible relative to the performance of any currently marketed standard CPAP device. ## Cleaning/Disinfection/Sterilization The performance of the Oasis has been validated for the following methods: ### Cleaning - Hand washing in a solution of warm water and mild dish washing liquid. - Dishwasher cleaning (The gasket and tubing are not dishwasher safe and must be removed when dishwasher cleaning). ### Disinfection - Pasteurization. ### Sterilization - Ethylene Oxide (EtO) Sterilization. ©1996 Respironics Inc. 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