Pneumatic drive system for dental handpieces and dental air motors, which is intended to be used in general dental applications such as: removal of decayed materials, cavities and crown preparations, removal of filings, finishing of tooth and restauration surfaces, polishing, prophylaxis and endodontics.
Device Story
Advanced Air System is a pneumatic drive system for dental handpieces/air motors; used in general dentistry for cavity/crown preparation, finishing, polishing, and endodontics. System comprises a control unit (AC-1.0) integrated into a dental chair and air-driven handpieces (RK-97 L, RG-97 L, RK-94 L) or air motor (RM-25 L RM). Handpieces feature an integrated speed sensor in the head; sensor data feeds to a control module that regulates air pressure via a proportional valve to maintain constant rotational speed during treatment. Operated by dental professionals in clinical settings. Output is a controlled, constant-speed dental instrument; assists clinicians in precise material removal and surface finishing; benefits patients through consistent, efficient dental procedures.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data provided. Substantial equivalence supported by bench testing, including electrical safety (IEC 60601-1), electromagnetic compatibility (IEC 60601-1-1), handpiece function/life cycle testing (ISO 14457), software validation (IEC 62304), usability validation (IEC 62366), thermal safety (IEC 62471), and biocompatibility (ISO 10993-5, ISO 7405).
Technological Characteristics
Pneumatic drive system; proportional air valve control; integrated speed sensor in handpiece head. Power: 19-29 V AC or 24-40 V DC. Connectivity: Integrated into dental chair. Biocompatibility per ISO 10993-5/ISO 7405. Standards: IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-1, ISO 14457, IEC 62304, IEC 62366, IEC 62471.
Indications for Use
Indicated for general dental applications including removal of decayed materials, cavity and crown preparation, removal of fillings, finishing of tooth and restoration surfaces, polishing, prophylaxis, and endodontics in dental patients.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A dental handpiece and accessories is an AC-powered, water-powered, air-powered, or belt-driven, hand-held device that may include a foot controller for regulation of speed and direction of rotation or a contra-angle attachment for difficult to reach areas intended to prepare dental cavities for restorations, such as fillings, and for cleaning teeth.
A-dec/W&H Synea Air-Driven Highspeed Handpiece and Attachment (K070663)
A-dec/W&H Alegra Air-Driven Highspeed Handpiece and Attachment (K082716)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
November 23, 2015
W & H Dentalwerk Buermoos GmbH Mag. Anja Lindner Manager Regulatory Affairs Ignaz-Glaser-Strasse 53 A 5111 Buermoos AUSTRIA
Re: K143704
Trade/Device Name: Advanced Air System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 872.4200 Regulation Name: Dental Handpiece and Accessories Regulatory Class: I Product Code: EFB Dated: October 12, 2015 Received: October 14, 2015
Dear Mag. Anja Lindner:
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. 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.
If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to 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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Sincerely yours,
Tina Kiang -S
for Erin I. Keith, M.S. Director Division of Anesthesiology. General Hospital. Respiratory. Infection Control, and Dental Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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510(k) Indications for Use Statement
## Indications for Use
| 510(k) number: | K143704 |
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| Device Name: | Advanced Air System |
| Indication for Use: | Pneumatic drive system for dental handpieces and dental air<br>motors, which is intended to be used in general dental<br>applications such as: removal of decayed materials, cavities and<br>crown preparations, removal of filings, finishing of tooth and<br>restauration surfaces, polishing, prophylaxis and endodontics. |
| Prescription Use<br>(Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) | X |
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AND/OR
Over The Counter Use (Part 21 CFR 807 Subpart C)
Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)
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## 510(k) SUMMARY
| Applicant and<br>Owner | W & H DENTALWERK BÜRMOOS GMBH<br>Ignaz-Glaser-Strasse 53<br>A - 5111 Bürmoos<br>Austria<br>Tel.: 0043 -6274 / 6236 -397<br>Fax: 0043 -6274 / 6236 -55 |
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| Registration<br>Number | 9681479 |
| Contact<br>Person | Mag. Anja LINDNER |
| Date of<br>Submission | 19th of December, 2014 |
| Device Name | Advanced Air System |
| Classification<br>Name | Handpiece, Air-powered, Dental |
| Regulation<br>Number | 21 CFR 872.4200 class 1 reserve |
| Product Code | EFB |
| Predicate<br>Devices | Primary Predicate:<br>"Axis System", Dentsply / York, PA; cleared under K072989<br>Reference Predicates:<br>"A-dec/W&H Synea Air-Driven Highspeed Handpiece and Attachment",<br>W&H Dentalwerk, Bürmoos; cleared under K070663<br>"A-dec/W&H Alegra Air-Driven Highspeed Handpiece and Attachment",<br>W&H Dentalwerk, Bürmoos; cleared under K082716 |
| Device<br>Description | The Advanced Air System is intended for dental transmission instruments used in<br>the field of preventive dentistry, restorative dentistry such as cavity preparation and<br>prosthodontics such as crown preparation and endodontics.<br>The system consists of the control unit (AC-1.0), which is designed to be built in<br>a dental chair. As an attachment the air-driven handpiece (RK-97 L, RG- 97 L,<br>and/or RK-94 L) or the air motor (RM-25 L RM) can be used.<br>The air-driven handpiece is equipped with a speed sensor, which is connected to a<br>control module that regulates the applied air pressure to the handpiece through a<br>proportional valve in order to maintain constant speed throughout the dental<br>treatment. |
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## Advanced Air System
510(k) Summary
| Indication for<br>Use: | Pneumatic drive system for dental handpieces and dental air motors, which is<br>intended to be used in general dental applications such as: removal of decayed<br>materials, cavities and crown preparations, removal of filings, finishing of tooth and<br>restauration surfaces, polishing, prophylaxis and endodontics. | | | | |
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| | Control unit: | | | | |
| | Technological<br>characteristic | Subject device | Predicate Device<br>Axis System<br>(K072989) | | |
| | User modes (control<br>characteristics) | 3 | 1 | | |
| | Supply air | 0.52 – 0.59 MPa<br>(75 – 85 psi) | 0.45 – 0.52 MPa<br>(65 – 75 psi) | | |
| | Power supply | 19–29 V AC @ 50-60Hz<br>or 24-40 V DC | 24 V DC | | |
| Technological<br>Characteristics | The subject device and the predicate device, both contain a proportional air valve<br>which regulates the amount of air flow to the straight air-powered handpiece or<br>airmotor according to the received speed signal.<br>Both devices are equipped with a speed sensor. The speed sensor of the subject<br>device is positioned in the head area - therefore the speed is directly measured<br>where the rotation occurs.<br>The speed sensor of the predicate device is positioned in the coupling area where<br>it measures the frequency of vibrations of the rotating bur and concludes to the<br>speed.<br>Straight air-powered Handpieces and Air Motor: | | | | |
| | Technological<br>characteristic | Subject devices<br>(RK-97L, RG-97 L, RK-94 L, RM-<br>25 L RM) | Reference Predicate<br>Devices<br>TA-97 LED, AM-25 L RM<br>(K070663, K082716) | | |
| | Optic lighting | yes | yes | | |
| | Speed range | RK/RG-97 L:<br>RK-94 L:<br>RM-25 L RM: | 60,000–320,000 rpm<br>60,000–320,000 rpm<br>2,000-20,000 rpm | TA-97 LED:<br>AM-25 L RM: | 400,000 rpm<br>5,000–25,000 rpm |
| | Max. torque | RK/RG-97 L:<br>RK-94 L:<br>RM-25 L RM: | 2.4 Nmm (0.34 ozf in)<br>1.5 Nmm (0.21 ozf in)<br>4.4 Nmm (6.2 ozf in) | TA-97 LED: | 1.7 Nmm (0.25 ozf in)<br>AM-25 L RM: 24 Nmm (3,4 ozf in) |
| | Max. power | RK/RG-97 L:<br>RK-94 L:<br>RM-25 L RM: | 30 W<br>20 W<br>28 W | TA-97 LED:<br>AM-25 L RM: | 18 W<br>16 W |
| | Toque limit | | 30 - 100 % | | None |
| | Max. air<br>consumption | RK/RG-97 L:<br>RK-94 L:<br>RM-25 L RM: | 1.2 l/s (2.5 cfm)<br>1.1 l/s (2.3 cfm)<br>1.5 l/s (3.2 cfm) | TA-97 LED:<br> | 0.75 l/s (1.5 cfm)<br>1 l/s (2.1 cfm) |
| | Weight | RK/RG-97 L: | 38 g (1.34 oz) | TA-97 LED: | 38 g (1.34 oz) |
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## Advanced Air System
| | The subject device includes a speed sensor; the other aspects of the construction<br>of the subject device and the predicate device are identical.<br>The technical principle is the same as within the predicate device.<br>The main technological characteristics are the same or, at least, quite similar to<br>those of the comparable product. |
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| Comparison of<br>the device to<br>the predicate<br>device | The target field of application, the intended use, functions and technological<br>features, performance parameter and material are the same or, at least, quite<br>similar to those of the predicate device.<br>The product comparison did not raise new or different questions of equivalence.<br>The new device is substantially equivalent to the predicate device. |
| Performance<br>Testing | Electrical Safety Tests according to IEC 60601-1:2005, Medical<br>electrical<br>equipment - Part 1: General requirements for basic safety and<br>essential<br>performance.<br>Electromagnetic Compatibility Test according to IEC 60601-1-1:2007: General<br>requirement for basic safety and essential performance - Collateral standard:<br>Electromagnetic compatibility - Requirements and tests<br>Product testing of handpiece function and life cycle testing were performed per ISO<br>14457:2012: Dentistry - Handpieces and Motors. The results demonstrate<br>substantial equivalence in this regard.<br>Software validation according to IEC 62304:2006: Medical device software -<br>Part 1: Guidance on the application of ISO 14972 to medical device software<br>Usability validation according to the standard IEC 62366:2007<br>Thermal safety according to the standard IEC 62471:2006: Photobiological safety<br>of lamps and lamp systems<br>Evaluation of biocompatibility is based upon the fact that patient contacting<br>materials in the subject handpiece are identical to those in the previously W&H<br>TA-97LED and AM-25L RM handpieces, which, as handpieces, present the<br>same level and duration of contact. In addition, Cytotoxicity Testing per EN ISO<br>10993-5:2009-06 was performed. This evaluation meets the requirements of<br>ISO 7405:2008 for preclinical evaluation of biocompatibility of dental devices. |
| Clinical<br>Testing | Clinical data were not needed for this new product. |
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| | Advanced Air System<br>510(k) Summary | Section 5<br>Page 4 of 3 |
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| Conclusion | W&H considers the Advanced Air System to be substantially equivalent to the<br>predicate devices listed above. This conclusion is based on the similarities in<br>intended use, principles of operation, functional design, and established medical<br>use. Differences between the devices shown in the side-by-side comparison table<br>above are minor and do not have any negative effect on equivalence.<br><br>The “Advanced Air System”, as designed and manufactured, is substantially<br>equivalent to its predicate device. | |
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