The Bel-Cypher Pro dental panoramic X-ray system is indicated for use as generator of radiographic images of the dentomaxilofacial region and is intended for dental examination and diagnosis of the tooth, jaw, and oral structures.
Device Story
Bel-Cypher Pro is a digital panoramic X-ray system for dental imaging. It utilizes a high-frequency inverter and small focal spot to generate radiographic images of the dentomaxilofacial region. The system supports panoramic, bitewing, and TMJ imaging modes. It features a motorized up/down movement for patient positioning. The device is operated by dental professionals in a clinical setting. It captures X-ray signals via a CMOS sensor, which are then processed digitally. The system connects to external computer hardware via Giga Ethernet for image acquisition, reconstruction, and storage. The output consists of digital dental images used by clinicians for diagnostic purposes, aiding in the assessment of oral health and disease. The device benefits patients by providing clear diagnostic images for treatment planning.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Performance was verified through comparative testing of all radiographic modes against the predicate device, confirming equivalent image quality. The X-ray tube housing was tested for compliance with IEC 60601-1-3 and 21 CFR 1020.30(k). Software modifications were validated for compatibility with Windows 7, 8, and 10 environments.
Technological Characteristics
Extraoral X-ray system; high-frequency inverter; CMOS sensor (149.8mm x 6mm active area); 0.5mm x 0.5mm focal spot; 60-80 kV tube potential; 2-8 mA tube current; stainless steel/aluminum tube housing; Giga Ethernet connectivity; motorized positioning; Type B equipment; IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, IEC 60601-1-3, IEC 60601-2-63 compliance.
Indications for Use
Indicated for dental examination and diagnosis of tooth, jaw, and oral structures in the dentomaxilofacial region.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An extraoral source x-ray system is an AC-powered device that produces x-rays and is intended for dental radiographic examination and diagnosis of diseases of the teeth, jaw, and oral structures. The x-ray source (a tube) is located outside the mouth. This generic type of device may include patient and equipment supports and component parts.
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March 20, 2017
Takara Belmont Corporation, Ltd. % Dr. Robert Schiff President Schiff & Company, Inc. 1120 Bloomfield Avenue, Suite 103 WEST CALDWELL NJ 07006
Re: K163175
Trade/Device Name: Bel-Cypher Pro Regulation Number: 21 CFR 872.1800 Regulation Name: Extraoral source x-ray system Regulatory Class: II Product Code: MUH Dated: February 24, 2017 Received: February 24, 2017
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## Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K163175
Device Name
Bel-Cypher Pro
Indications for Use (Describe)
The Bel-Cypher Pro dental panoramic X-ray system is indicated for use as generator of radiographic images of the dentomaxilofacial region and is intended for dental examination and diagnosis of the tooth, jaw, and oral structures.
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### 510(k) Summary (as required by 807.92)
(1) SUBMITTER: Takara Belmont Corporation, LTD. Address: 1-1-2 Chome, Higashi-Shinsaibashi, Chuo-ku Telephone: 81-6-6213-5945 Contact person: Toshinori Kiyomatsu Date prepared: October 2016
#### (2) DEVICE NAME:
Trade Name: Bel-Cypher Pro Classification Name: Extraoral Source x-ray system Requlation Number: 872.1800 Product Code: MUH
(3) PREDICATE DEVICE: Substantial equivalence is based on following legally marketed
K110160 Bel-Cypher N (Cleared 02/17/2011) Trade Name: Bel-Cypher N Common Name: System, X-Ray, Extraoral Source, Digital Classification Name: Extraoral Source x-ray system Regulation Number: 872.1800 Product Code: MUH
#### (4) DESCRIPTION OF THE DEVICE:
The Bel-Cypher Pro is a user-friendly, digital panoramic X-ray system that features bitewing imaging capability, as well as diagnostic panoramic and TMJ imaging capabilities. The Bel-Cypher Pro utilizes a high frequency inverter and has a small focal spot to produce crisp, clear images.
- (5) INDICATION FOR USE: The Bel-Cypher Pro dental panoramic X-ray system is indicated for use as generator of radiographic images of the dento-maxilofacial region and is intended for dental examination and diagnosis of diseases of the tooth, jaw, and oral structures.
- (6) COMPARISON WITH PREDICATE DEVICES: Following table is a comparison of our new Bel-Cypher Pro and predicate device Bel-Cypher N.
| Bel-Cypher Pro (New model) | Bel-Cypher N (K110160) |
|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| IFU Statement: The Bel-Cypher Pro dental<br>panoramic X-ray system is indicated for use as<br>generator of radiographic images of the<br>dento-maxilofacial region and is intended for<br>dental examination and diagnosis of diseases of<br>the tooth, jaw, and oral structures. | IFU Statement: The Bel-Cypher N dental<br>panoramic X-ray system is indicated for use as<br>generator of radiographic images of the<br>dento-maxilofacial region and is intended for<br>dental examination and diagnosis of diseases of<br>the tooth, jaw, and oral structures. |
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### 510(k) Premarket Notification for Bel-Cypher Pro Takara Belmont Corporation, Ltd.
| 1.<br>COMPARISON<br>TABLE<br>OF<br>SPECIFICATIONS<br>Specifications | Takara Belmont<br>Bel-Cypher N | Takara Belmont<br>Bel-Cypher Pro |
|---------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Focal point measurement | 0.5mm x 0.5mm | 0.5mm x 0.5mm |
| Rated peak tube potential | 60 kV – 80 kV | 60 kV – 80 kV |
| Rated tube current | 2 mA – 8 mA | 2 mA – 8 mA |
| Maximum rated peak<br>tube potential | 80 kV | 80 kV |
| Rated line voltage | 120 Vac | 120 Vac |
| Line voltage range | 110 Vac – 130 Vac | 110 Vac – 130 Vac |
| Range of line voltage<br>regulation | 1 – 3 % | 1 – 3 % |
| Rated line current | 11 A at 80 kV – 8 mA | 11 A at 80 kV – 8 mA |
| Maximum line current | 11 A at 80 kV – 8 mA | 11 A at 80 kV – 8 mA |
| Exposure time | 10 sec at Panoramic mode<br>2.5sec(×4) at TMJ mode | 10 sec at Panoramic mode<br>10 sec at TMJ (LA) mode<br>2.5sec(×4) at TMJ mode |
| Dimension | W:920mm×D:1100mm<br>xH:2200mm | W:850mm×D:1135mm<br>xH:2275mm |
| Weight | 130kg | 105kg |
| Timer accuracy | ± 5 % + 50msec | ± 5 % + 50msec |
| Inherent filtration | 2.05 mm Al equivalent | 3.4 mm Al equivalent |
| Added filtration | 1.5 mmAl | 1.5 mmAl |
| Minimum filtration<br>permanently in useful<br>beam | 2.8mmAl (80kV) | 2.5mmAl (80 kV) |
| Nominal roentgen output:<br>panoramic mode | 9.34 mGy / 10 sec ±50%<br>(80kv,80mA) | 9.34 mGy / 10 sec ±50%<br>(80kv,80mA) |
| Nominal roentgen output:<br>TMJ mode | 9.34 mGy / 10 sec ±50%<br>(80kv,80mA) | 9.34 mGy / 10 sec ±50%<br>(80kv,80mA) |
| Nominal roentgen output:<br>MS mode | N/A | N/A |
| Nominal roentgen output:<br>Cephalo mode | N/A | N/A |
| Source to image distance | 500 mm | 500 mm |
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# 510(K) PREMARKET NOTIFICATION FOR BEL-CYPHER PRO
| Leakage technique factor | 0.0014mR/80kV,8mA | 0.077mR/80kV,8mA |
|-------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------|
| Duty cycle | 1:60 | 1:60 |
| Panoramic: | 10 sec exposure with 8 min<br>interval | 10 sec exposure with 8 min<br>interval |
| Bitewing | | 4.6 sec exposure with 4.5 min<br>interval |
| TMJ: | 2.5sec(x4) exposure with 3<br>min off interval | 2.5sec(x4) exposure with 2.5<br>min off interval |
| Maximum deviation of tube potential | The selected kV ± 10 % | The selected kV ± 10 % |
| Maximum deviation of tube current | The selected mA<br>± 20 % | The selected mA<br>± 20 % |
| Equipment type | Type B equipment | Type B equipment |
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| Specifications | Takara Belmont<br>Bel-Cypher N | Takara Belmont<br>Bel-Cypher Pro |
|----------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Mechanical | | |
| Cassette type sensor<br>package: Size | (W) 90mmx (D) 51.2 mmx<br>(H) 174mm | (W) 90mm x (D) 23.7mm<br>x (H)165mm |
| Cassette type sensor<br>package: Weight | 0.5 kg | 0.5 kg |
| Electrical | | |
| Safety and EMC<br>standards Compliance | Safety:IEC60601-1<br>EMC:CISPR11 Class A | Safety:IEC60601-1<br>EMC:CISPR11 Class B |
| Maximum line voltage | DC 5 V | DC 9 V |
| Environmental | | |
| Operating temperature | 0 to 40°C | 0 to 40°C |
| Storage temperature | -10 to 60°C | -10 to 60°C |
| Humidity | under 93%±3% RH | under 93%±3% RH |
| Highest permissible<br>temperature limit | 60°C | 60°C |
| General | | |
| Acquisition sensor | CMOS sensor | CMOS sensor |
| Digital processing | Digital | Digital |
| Computer interface board | Not included with the device | Not included with the device |
| External connectivity | Giga Ethernet | Giga Ethernet |
| Acquisition software | Not included with the device | Not included with the device |
| Enhancement functions | Not included with the device | Not included with the device |
| Digital storage | Not included with the device | Not included with the device |
| Hard copy | Not included with the device | Not included with the device |
| Image sensor active area | 148 mmx 6 mm | 149.8mm x 6mm |
| Maximum Flame rate | 300f/s | 400f/s |
| Calibration | Automatic | Automatic |
| System and Component information | | |
| Input electrical ratings | DC 5 V | DC 24 V |
| Equipment type | Type B equipment | Type B equipment |
| Fuses | The power supply has the over<br>current protection function and<br>the over voltage protection<br>function | The power supply has the over<br>current protection function and<br>the over voltage protection<br>function |
| Restricted<br>service<br>statement | Unless otherwise specified,<br>this unit should be serviced<br>only by the manufacturer. It<br>contains no user-serviceable<br>parts. | Unless otherwise specified,<br>this unit should be serviced<br>only by the manufacturer. It<br>contains no user-serviceable<br>parts. |
| Image characteristics | | |
| Effective pixel size | 100μm x 100μm | 120μm x 120μm |
| MTF | 49%(@1LP/mm) | 52%(@1LP/mm) |
| DQE | 45%(@1LP/mm) | 44%(@1LP/mm) |
| Static resolution<br>(Sensor specifications) | 4.5 line pairs per millimeter | 4.2 line pairs per millimeter |
| Noise (rms) | 800 electrons | 640 electrons |
| Timing Characteristics | | |
| Timeout after<br>loss of<br>synchronization | N/A | N/A |
| Timeout when<br>starting<br>acquisition | N/A | N/A |
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#### 510(K) Premarket Notification for Bel-Cypher Pro Takara Belmont Corporation, Ltd.
## Differences:
There are four minor differences between the Bel-Cypher Pro and the predicate device which is as follows:
1. More sensitive CMOS sensor.
2. Up/Down movement of the unit is motorized for easy operation.
Up/Down movement of Bel-Cypher N was manual.
3. TWAIN software for Bel-Cypher Pro was developed to work with newer operating system (Windows 7. 8 & 10).
We made the sensor driver compatible with windows 10.
Exe files and DLLs of Radiograph software and image reconstruction software were developed under Windows 10 environment.
4. The hosing structure of X-Ray tube was changed to reduce usage of lead.
The housing of predicate device was constructed by soldering brass plates.
The housing of Bel-Cypher Pro uses 6mm stainless steel plates and aluminum plates to make hermetic sealed housing.
We tested and confirmed that new X-Ray housing conforms to IEC60601-1-3 and 21CFR 1020.30(k).
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#### (7) PERFORMANCE STANDARDS APPLIED:
- AAMI / ANSI ES60601-1:2005((R)2012 And A1:2012,, C1:2009(R)2012 And A2:2010/(R)2012 (Consolidated Text) Medical Electrical Equipment - Part 1: General Requirements For Basic Safety And Essential Performance
- IEC 60601-1-2:2007/(R)2012, Medical Electrical Equipment Part 1-2: General Requirements For Basic Safety And Essential Performance - Collateral Standard: Electromagnetic Compatibility - Requirements And Tests.
- IEC 60601-1-3 Edition 2.1 2013-04, Medical Electrical Equipment Part 1-3: General Requirements For Basic Safety And Essential Performance - Collateral Standard: Radiation Protection In Diagnostic X-Ray Equipment.
- IEC 60601-2-28 Edition 2.0 2010-03, Medical Electrical Equipment Part 2-28: Particular Requirements For The Basic Safety And Essential Performance Of X-Ray Tube Assemblies For Medical Diagnosis.
- IEC 60601-2-63 Edition 1.0 2012-09, Medical Electrical Equipment Part 2-63: Particular Requirements For The Basic Safety And Essential Performance Of Dental Extra-Oral X-Ray Equipment.
- IEC 60601-2-65 Edition 1.0 2012-09, Medical Electrical Equipment Part 2-65: Particular Requirements For The Basic Safety And Essential Performance Of Dental Intra-Oral-X-Ray Equipment.
- IEC 61223-3-4 First Edition 2000-03, Evaluation And Routine Testing In Medical Imaging Departments - Part 3-4: Acceptance Tests - Imaging Performance Of Dental X-Ray.
- ISO 14971 Second Edition 2007-03-01, Medical Devices Application Of Risk Management To Medical Devices.
- (8) CONCLUSION: The Bel-Cypher Pro has the same intended use and technology characteristics as the predicate device Bel-Cypher N.
Modifications of software were tested and confirmed based on applicable standards. We also tested all of the radiograph modes and conmfirmed images are equvalent to the ones taken by thpredicate device.
X-Ray tube housing was tested and confirmed that new X-Ray housing conforms to IEC60601-1-3 and 21CFR 1020.30(k).
The proposed device is substantially equivalent to the noted predicate and is safe and effective for its intended use.
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