← Product Code [MKJ](/submissions/CV/subpart-f%E2%80%94cardiovascular-therapeutic-devices/MKJ) · K955882 # MEDI-TRACE COMBINATION DEFIBRILLATION & ECG ELECTRODE FOR HEWLETT PACKARD DEFIBRILLATORS (K955882) _Graphic Controls Corp. · MKJ · Oct 24, 1996 · Cardiovascular · SESE_ **Canonical URL:** https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/CV/subpart-f%E2%80%94cardiovascular-therapeutic-devices/MKJ/K955882 ## Device Facts - **Applicant:** Graphic Controls Corp. - **Product Code:** [MKJ](/submissions/CV/subpart-f%E2%80%94cardiovascular-therapeutic-devices/MKJ.md) - **Decision Date:** Oct 24, 1996 - **Decision:** SESE - **Submission Type:** Traditional - **Regulation:** 21 CFR 870.5310 - **Device Class:** Class 3 - **Review Panel:** Cardiovascular - **Attributes:** Therapeutic ## Indications for Use Intended for use in defibrillation procedures, cardioversion and pacing. This device is intended for use on adults. Not for use on children or infants. ## Device Story Pre-gelled conductive electrode; consists of cable attachment, vinyl insulating layer, metal foil, conductive adhesive hydrogel, pressure-sensitive adhesive ring, and release liner. Used in clinical settings for defibrillation, cardioversion, and pacing. Operates as interface between patient skin and defibrillator/pacing equipment; facilitates electrical energy delivery and ECG signal monitoring. Packaged in pairs in heat-sealed pouches. Healthcare providers apply electrodes to patient chest to deliver therapeutic shocks or pacing pulses; output affects clinical management of cardiac arrhythmias. ## Clinical Evidence Bench testing only. Device met AAMI DF-39 specifications for electrical performance, energy throughput, and simulated use (multiple defibrillation shocks and maximum current pacing). Biocompatibility testing (ISO-10993) confirmed non-irritating, non-cytotoxic, and non-sensitizing properties. Accelerated shelf-life studies performed. ## Technological Characteristics Materials: vinyl insulating layer, metal foil, conductive adhesive hydrogel, pressure-sensitive adhesive ring. Sensing/actuation: conductive electrode for ECG monitoring, defibrillation, and pacing. Standards: AAMI DF-39 (electrical/energy testing), ISO-10993 (biocompatibility). Form factor: pre-gelled, self-adhesive, packaged in pairs. ## Regulatory Identification An automated external defibrillator (AED) system consists of an AED and those accessories necessary for the AED to detect and interpret an electrocardiogram and deliver an electrical shock (e.g., battery, pad electrode, adapter, and hardware key for pediatric use). An AED system analyzes the patient's electrocardiogram, interprets the cardiac rhythm, and automatically delivers an electrical shock (fully automated AED), or advises the user to deliver the shock (semi-automated or shock advisory AED) to treat ventricular fibrillation or pulseless ventricular tachycardia. ## Predicate Devices - Hewlett Packard M1749A Multifunction Adult Electrode ## 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} 10/24/1996 09:59 7168477531 GRAPHIC CONTROLS PAGE 04 OCT 24 1996 510(k) SUMMARY; K955882 Date: October 24, 1996 Manufacturer: Graphic Controls Corporation 189 Van Rensselaer Street PO Box 1271 Buffalo, NY 14240 Registration Number 1317188 Telephone: (716) 853-7500 Contact Person: Kathleen H. Selover Regulatory Affairs Specialist (716) 853-7500, Extension 7630 Fax Number: (716) 847-7531 Device Trade Name: Medi-Trace® 1210H Combination Defibrillation, Pacing and ECG Electrode Common Name: Self Adhesive Electrode for Monitoring and Defibrillation, optional Pacing Classification Name: Multi-Purpose Electrocardiograph Electrode Regulatory Reference: 74 MLN Predicate Device: Hewlett® Packard M1749A Multifunction Adult Electrode {1} 10/24/1996 09:59 7168477531 GRAPHIC CONTROLS PAGE 05 ## Description: A pre-gelled conductive electrode consisting of a means of attaching the electrode to the cable, an insulating layer of vinyl, a layer of metal foil, a conductive adhesive hydrogel, a pressure sensitive adhesive ring and a release liner. Device is packaged in pairs in a heat sealed pouch, 10 pouches are packaged into one shelf-box/shipper. ## Intended Use: Intended for use in defibrillation procedures, cardioversion and pacing. This device is intended for use on adults. Not for use on children or infants. ## Physical/Technical Comparison: Medi-Trace® 1210H Electrode is replaceable with the Hewlett® Packard M1749A Multifunction Adult Electrode. Physical and technical characteristics, including materials used in construction, size, intended use and conductive gel type of these electrodes are comparable. Since formulation of conductive gel is considered proprietary, exact chemical comparisons could not be made. ## Performance Summary: The device and the predicate were subjected to AAMI electrical tests as described in DF-39, 3.3.19 and energy throughput testing. Test results for both the device and the predicate met the specifications as established in DF-39 for self adhesive electrodes for monitoring, and defibrillation and pacing. In addition, the device was subjected to simulated used testing consisted of multiple defibrillation shocks and maximum current pacing. Test results for the device met the specifications as established in DF-39 for self adhesive electrodes for monitoring, and defibrillation and pacing. ## Biocompatibility Testing: The device was subjected to biocompatibility testing as recommended in the May 1, 1995 FDA memorandum entitled: *Use of International Standard ISO-10993, "Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices Part 1: Evaluation and Testing"*. The device was found to be non-irritating, non-cytotoxic and non-sensitizing. ## Shelf Life: Data obtained in accelerated shelf life studies was reviewed and found to substantiate our claimed shelf life. --- **Source:** [https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/CV/subpart-f%E2%80%94cardiovascular-therapeutic-devices/MKJ/K955882](https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/CV/subpart-f%E2%80%94cardiovascular-therapeutic-devices/MKJ/K955882) **Published by [Innolitics](https://innolitics.com)** — a medical-device software consultancy. 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