← Product Code [GXY](/submissions/NE/subpart-b%E2%80%94neurological-diagnostic-devices/GXY) · K961821 # ASPECT MEDICAL SYSTEMS ZIPPREP EEG SENSOR (K961821) _Aspect Medical Systems, Inc. · GXY · Oct 4, 1996 · Neurology · SESE_ **Canonical URL:** https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/NE/subpart-b%E2%80%94neurological-diagnostic-devices/GXY/K961821 ## Device Facts - **Applicant:** Aspect Medical Systems, Inc. - **Product Code:** [GXY](/submissions/NE/subpart-b%E2%80%94neurological-diagnostic-devices/GXY.md) - **Decision Date:** Oct 4, 1996 - **Decision:** SESE - **Submission Type:** Traditional - **Regulation:** 21 CFR 882.1320 - **Device Class:** Class 2 - **Review Panel:** Neurology ## Indications for Use The Aspect EEG Sensor is applied directly to the patient’s skin to enable recording of electro-physiological (such as EEG) signals. ## Device Story Disposable, pre-gelled EEG sensor array; consists of three Zipprep electrodes on polyethylene foam basepads. Input: electro-physiological signals from patient skin. Operation: flexible tines part outermost skin layer to lower impedance; hydrogel forms conductive bridge; silver/silver chloride ink on Mylar substrate transmits signals. Output: EEG signal for clinical monitoring. Used in clinical settings; applied to forehead/temple by healthcare providers. Benefits: self-prepping design eliminates need for manual skin abrasion or alcohol rub; provides low-impedance contact for signal acquisition. ## Clinical Evidence Clinical evaluation conducted at Ohio State University. Evaluated impedance, signal quality, usability, and skin irritation. Results confirmed the device performs as intended for EEG signal acquisition. ## Technological Characteristics Disposable cutaneous electrode array. Materials: polyethylene foam basepad, Mylar substrate, polyester insulator, polypropylene housing, silver/silver chloride ink, nylon flexible tines, hydrogel, polyurethane sponge. Sensing principle: passive electro-physiological signal acquisition. Connectivity: wired connection via flexible tab. Sterilization: not specified. Complies with AAMI/ANSI standards for disposable ECG electrodes. ## Regulatory Identification A cutaneous electrode is an electrode that is applied directly to a patient's skin either to record physiological signals (e.g., the electroencephalogram) or to apply electrical stimulation. ## Predicate Devices - Aspect Medical Systems Zipprep Electrode ([K940802](/device/K940802.md)) - NDM ECG Backpad ([K761301](/device/K761301.md)) ## 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} OCT 4 1996 K961821 # 510(k) SUMMARY Aspect Medical Systems, Inc. Zipprep EEG Sensor ## Company Name Aspect Medical Systems, Inc. 2 Vision Drive Natick, MA 01760-2059 Telephone: (508) 653-0603 ## Device Name/Classification Proprietary Name: Aspect Medical Systems Zipprep EEG Sensor Common Name: Electrode, Cutaneous Electrode Cutaneous Electrodes have been classified by the Neurological Devices Panel as Class II devices. Refer to 21 CFR 882.1320. ## Description The Aspect Medical Systems, Inc. Zipprep™ Disposable EEG Sensor (hereafter referred to as the Aspect EEG Sensor, is a rectangular shaped, pre-gelled array of three (3) Zipprep electrodes that is applied to the patient’s skin to record electro-physiological (such as EEG) signals. It is a low impedance, single patient use, disposable electrode sensor that is designed for application to the frontal/temporal area. The main body of the Aspect EEG Sensor, which houses two (2) electrodes, is placed on the forehead. The satellite, which houses one (1) electrode, is placed over the temple area. ### Electrode Area of Sensor The Zipprep electrode area of the Sensor is composed of a basepad with a pressure sensitive adhesive that contacts the skin. A pocket in the basepad houses the flexible tines disk, which adheres to a ring shaped piece of film. A polyurethane sponge is placed over the tines. The aqueous gel (hydrogel) is also placed in this area. The Zipprep electrode is “self-prepping”, in that no brisk skin or alcohol rub is necessary to prepare the skin to lower the impedance prior to applying the electrode. The flexible tines in the Zipprep electrodes part the outermost layer of skin while the gel flows around the tines and forms a conductive bridge with the skin. 29 {1} # Sensor Two (2) Zipprep electrodes are mounted in a rectangular shaped basepad composed of polyethylene (PE) foam. The third Zipprep electrode (the satellite electrode) is mounted in a smaller, rectangular shaped basepad also composed of PE foam. On one side of the foam (the skin side) there is a pressure sensitive adhesive, which allows it to adhere to the skin with no additional taping necessary. On the other side of the PE foam there is a Mylar substrate. The electrode sections are connected by a thin strip of Mylar. Flexible circuit technology is utilized by printed silver/silver chloride ink on the Mylar substrate. A polyester insulator is used to restrict electrical contact to the element area. The Aspect EEG Sensor has a flexible tab on one end, with a polypropylene housing designed to provide rigidity to the flexible tab. # Indications for Use The Aspect EEG Sensor is applied directly to the patient’s skin to enable recording of electro-physiological (such as EEG) signals. # Statement of Substantial Equivalence The Aspect EEG Sensor is substantially equivalent to the following devices: 1) Aspect Medical Systems Zipprep™ Electrode, 510(k) #K940802 2) NDM ECG Backpad, 510(k) #K761301 # Similarities 1) The Aspect EEG Sensor is similar to the 510(k) Aspect Zipprep Electrode in the following ways: - The indications for use are identical. - The technology is identical - Both use silver-silver chloride as the conducting material. In addition, the following materials are the same: - Identical polyethylene basepad material - Identical nylon flexible tines - Identical liquid gel - hydrogel - Identical silver-silver chloride conducting material The Aspect EEG Sensor is similar to the NDM ECG Backpad in the following ways: {2} - Fixed array of electrodes - Pre-gelled - Flexible circuit technology ## Differences 1) The Aspect EEG Sensor is different from the 510(k) Aspect Zipprep Electrode in the following minor ways: - The Aspect EEG Sensor has a polyurethane sponge over tines, whereas the Zipprep Electrode does not. - The Aspect EEG Sensor has flexible Mylar circuitry with Ag/Ag Cl conductors and a flexible tab for connection. The Zipprep Electrode has standard snap construction. - The Aspect EEG Sensor has no foam ring. - The Aspect EEG Sensor has a film ring located beneath the tines - The Aspect EEG Sensor adhesive is slightly more adherent than the adhesive used on the Zipprep Electrode. 2) The Aspect EEG Sensor is different from the NDM ECG Backpad in the following minor ways: - The Aspect EEG Sensor has 3 electrodes. The NDM Backpad has 4. - The Aspect Sensor is used for EEG recordings and is placed on the forehead, whereas the NDM Backpad is used for ECG recordings and is placed on the back. - The Aspect EEG Sensor is approximately 8.5" x 1.5". The NDM Backpad is approximately 9" x 7". - The Aspect EEG Sensor has Silver-silver chloride printed circuitry. The NDM Backpad has Copper printed circuitry. ## Testing 1) Biocompatibility testing was conducted in accordance with the International Standard ISO-10993, Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices Part I: Evaluation and Testing. Results are summarized as follows: {3} Primary Skin Irritation - Pass; not a primary skin irritant Cytotoxicity - Pass; results indicate the device passes relative to its intended use Delayed Contact Sensitization study - Results due May 31, 1996 2) Electrical testing was conducted in accordance with the American National Standard for Disposable ECG Electrodes, developed by AAMI and approved in December, 1991 by ANSI. The Sensor passed all testing in accordance with the Standard. 3) A clinical evaluation was conducted at Ohio State University. Impedance, signal quality, usability and skin irritation were evaluated. Results indicate the Aspect EEG Sensor performs in the manner in which it is intended. 5/8/96 32 --- **Source:** [https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/NE/subpart-b%E2%80%94neurological-diagnostic-devices/GXY/K961821](https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/NE/subpart-b%E2%80%94neurological-diagnostic-devices/GXY/K961821) **Published by [Innolitics](https://innolitics.com)** — a medical-device software consultancy. We help companies design, build, and clear FDA-regulated software and AI/ML devices. If you're preparing [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/), [get in touch](https://innolitics.com/contact). **Cite:** Innolitics at https://innolitics.com