FT101 FOREHEAD THERMOMETER; FT101 INFRARED DIGITAL THERMOMETER
Applicant
Idt Technology Limited
Product Code
FLL · General Hospital
Decision Date
Jul 11, 2002
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 880.2910
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Pediatric
Indications for Use
The FT101 Forehead Thermometer is an over-the-counter, non-sterile, reusable, infrared clinical electronic thermometer intended for the intermittent measurement and assessment of the skin forehead temperature of humans of all age ranges. The measured temperature correlates to axillary temperature.
Device Story
FT101 is a battery-powered, handheld, non-predictive infrared clinical electronic thermometer. Device uses an infrared detector to measure heat emission from human forehead; correlates output to axillary temperature. Measurement time is approximately 2 seconds; requires 30-second cycle time between readings. Features include built-in LCD display, calendar/clock, and memory for 10 readings. Intended for OTC use in home or clinical settings by patients or clinicians. Provides rapid, non-invasive temperature assessment to assist in health monitoring.
Clinical Evidence
Safety and efficacy established through comparative bench testing against market-cleared devices in accordance with ASTM E1965-98 and prEN 12470-5 standards. No specific clinical trial data or performance metrics (e.g., sensitivity/specificity) provided in the summary.
Technological Characteristics
Infrared sensing technology; battery-powered; handheld form factor; LCD display. Complies with EN 60601-1/A13, EN 60601-1-2, ASTM E1965-98, and prEN 12470-5. Non-sterile, reusable.
Indications for Use
Indicated for intermittent measurement and assessment of forehead skin temperature in humans of all ages. No specific contraindications listed.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A clinical electronic thermometer is a device used to measure the body temperature of a patient by means of a transducer coupled with an electronic signal amplification, conditioning, and display unit. The transducer may be in a detachable probe with or without a disposable cover.
Special Controls
(1) Device is not a clinical thermometer with telethermographic functions;
(2) Device is not a clinical thermometer with continuous temperature measurement functions; and
(3) Appropriate analysis and testing (such as that outlined in the currently FDA-recognized editions, as appropriate, of ISO 80601-2-56, “Medical electrical equipment—Part 2-56: Particular requirements for basic safety and essential performance of clinical thermometers for body temperature measurement,” or ASTM E1965, “Standard Specification for Infrared Thermometers for Intermittent Determination of Patient Temperature,” or ASTM E1112, “Standard Specification for Electronic Thermometer for Intermittent Determination of Patient Temperature,” or ASTM E1104, “Standard Specification for Clinical Thermometer Probe Covers and Sheaths”) must validate specifications and performance of the device.
Predicate Devices
ThermoTek IR Forehead Thermometer Model 718F (K002712)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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# 510(k) Summary FT101 Forehead Thermometer FT101 Infrared Digital Thermometer 510(k) Number K020433
Submitted in accordance with the requirements of SMDA 1990 and 21CFR807.92.
- 1. APPLICANT'S INFORMATION: Stephen Li Vice President - Health Care Products IDT Technology Limited Block C, 9/F., Kaiser Estate, Phase 1 41 Man Yue Street, Hunghom Hong Kong, CHINA (852) 2764 7873 Tel: Fax: (852) 2765 6620 idthk@idthk.com Email: http://www.idthk.com Web Site: Medical Establishment Registration No .: 9680516
- 2. SUBMITTER'S INFORMATION: James Jochen Rogers General Manager Coastal Consulting Group, Ltd. P.O. Box 391117 Solon, OH 44139 440.546.4936 PH/FX: 412-596.2578 Mobile: E-mail: coastalcg@earthlink.net
- 3. Date:
February 6, 2002
- 4. DEVICE INFORMATION DEVICE NAME: Clinical Electronic Thermometer Classification Panel: General Hospital 882.2910 Clinical Electronic Thermometer Classification Number: Thermometer, Clinical, Electronic Product Nomenclature: Product Code(s): 80FLL Trade/Proprietary Name: FT101 Forehead Thermometer; FT101 Infrared Digital Thermometer Electronic Thermometer
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- 5. DEVICE CLASSIFICATION: Clinical Electronic Thermometers are Class II devices, and are reviewed by the General Hospital Division.
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# 6. PREDICATE DEVICE(s):
ThermoTek IR Forehead Thermometer Model 718F, K002712, currently in commercial distribution in the US.
# 7. DEVICE DESCRIPTION:
The FT101 Forehead Thermometer is an over-the-counter, non-sterile, reusable, nonpredictive clinical electronic thermometer designed to measure and assess the temperature of humans of all age ranges using an infrared detector to detect heat emission from the forehead. The measured temperature correlates to axillary temperature, and is displayed on a built-in LCD display. Calendar/clock functions are provided, and a memory function stores up to 10 temperature readings.
The temperature reading range is 34 °C – 42.2 °C (92.3 F to 108.0 F), and the time of measurement is approximately 2 seconds, with a recommended cycle time of at least 30 seconds between readings. The unit operates in an ambient temperature range of 16 C – 35 C (61 F to 95 F). The FT101 Forehead Thermometer is entirely self-contained within one housing, and is battery-powered. The device is compact in size and weight, easy to use, portable and may be used in a variety of home or clinical settings.
## 8. INDICATIONS FOR USE:
The FT101 Forehead Thermometer is an over-the-counter, non-sterile, reusable, infrared clinical electronic thermometer intended for the intermittent measurement of the outer surface temperature of the human body of people of all ages.
## 9. TECHNOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS:
The manufacturer believes that the technological characteristics of the FT101 is substantially similar to those of the predicate device.
#### 10. PERFORMANCE DATA:
The FT101 conforms with the following voluntary standards: EN 60601-1/A13, EN 60601-1-2. Additionally, safety and efficacy performance of the device has been established clinically and non-clinically through comparative testing to market-cleared devices in accordance with ASTM E1965-98 and prEN 12470-5 voluntary standards, and without raising new safety or effectiveness issues.
# 11. STATEMENT OF SUBSTANTIAL EQUIVALENCE:
Based upon the safety and performance testing and compliance with voluntary standards, the manufacturer believes that the FT101 Forehead Thermometer is substantially equivalent to the predicate device, and does not raise any new questions of safety or effectiveness.
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# DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES
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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850
# JUL 11 2002
IDT Technology Limited C/O Mr. James J. Rogers General Manager Coastal Consulting Group, Limited P.O. Box 391117 Solon. Ohio 44139
Re: K020433
Trade/Device Name: FT 101 Forehead Thermometer, FT 101 Infrared Digital Thermometer Regulation Number: 880.2910 Regulation Name: Clinical Electronic Thermometer Regulatory Class: II Product Code: FLL Dated: May 11, 2002 Received: May 14, 2002
Dear Mr. Rogers:
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 (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. 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.
If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to such 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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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); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820); and if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050.
This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your Section 510(k) premarket notification. The FDA finding of substantial equivalence of your device to a legally marketed predicate device results in a classification for your device and thus, permits your device to proceed to the market.
If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801 and additionally 21 CFR Part 809.10 for in vitro diagnostic devices), please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4618. Additionally, for questions on the promotion and advertising of your device, please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4639. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). Other general information on your responsibilities under the Act may be obtained from the Division of Small Manufacturers, International and Consumer Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 443-6597 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.qov/cdrh/dsma/dsmamain.html
Sincerely yours,
Ky Allatrist
Timothy A. Ulatowski Director Division of Anesthesiology, General Hospital, Infection Control and Dental Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
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510(k) Number (if known): K020433
FT101 Forehead Thermometer Device Name: FT101 Infrared Digital Thermometer
Indications for Use:
The FT101 Forehead Thermometer is an over-the-counter, non-sterile, reusable, infrared clinical electronic thermometer intended for the intermittent measurement and assessment of the skin forehead temperature of humans of all age ranges. The measured temperature correlates to axillary temperature.
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