K172850 · Aesculap, Inc. · KCT · Nov 17, 2017 · General Hospital
Device Facts
Record ID
K172850
Device Name
SterilContainer with PrimeLine Pro Lid
Applicant
Aesculap, Inc.
Product Code
KCT · General Hospital
Decision Date
Nov 17, 2017
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Special
Regulation
21 CFR 880.6850
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
The Aesculap Sterilcontainer System is a reusable sterilization container system (consisting of solid & perforated bottoms, a perforated lid w/ filter retention plates, and reusable polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) filters) intended to be used to enclose another medical device that is to be sterilized by a healthcare provider. It is intended to allow sterilization of the enclosed device and also maintain sterility of the enclosed device until used. This container system is compatible for use in pre-vacuum steam and IUSS (Immediate Use Steam Sterilization modalities. The SterilContainer System for includes accessories such as silicone mats, baskets, trays, and racks.
Device Story
Reusable sterilization container system; consists of anodized aluminum (AMg1) base and lid with integrated reusable PTFE filter. Used by healthcare providers in clinical settings to house medical instruments during pre-vacuum steam or IUSS sterilization cycles. Device acts as a protective barrier; allows steam penetration while maintaining sterility of contents post-processing. Output is a sterile-packaged instrument set. Benefits include standardized, reusable protection for surgical instruments, ensuring sterility maintenance during storage and transport. Healthcare providers load instruments into the container, process in a steam sterilizer, and store until needed for surgery.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Validated for pre-vacuum steam and IUSS cycles. Sterilization efficacy demonstrated 6-log reduction and SAL of 10^-6 using BI overkill method. Microbial aerosol challenge confirmed sterility maintenance. Event-related sterility maintenance validated for 30, 180, and 365 days. Cleaning efficacy (manual and mechanical) validated via protein (<6.4µg/cm²) and hemoglobin (<2.2µg/cm²) analysis.
Technological Characteristics
Material: Anodized aluminum (AMg1). Components: Solid/perforated bases, perforated lid, reusable PTFE filter, filter retention plates. Dimensions: Full, 3/4, and half sizes. Sterilization: Pre-vacuum steam and IUSS. Max load: 25 lbs. Reuse: Validated for 2,200 cycles.
Indications for Use
Indicated for use by healthcare providers to enclose medical devices during sterilization and maintain sterility until use. Compatible with pre-vacuum steam and Immediate Use Steam Sterilization (IUSS) modalities. Supports a combined maximum load of 25 lbs.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A sterilization wrap (pack, sterilization wrapper, bag, or accessories, is a device intended to be used to enclose another medical device that is to be sterilized by a health care provider. It is intended to allow sterilization of the enclosed medical device and also to maintain sterility of the enclosed device until used.
SterilContainer System for Flash Indications (K053389)
SterilContainer System for Pre-Vac Steam, Immediate Use Steam, and EtO Sterilization (K112671)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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November 17, 2017
Aesculap, Inc. Lisa Boyle Regulatory Affairs Manager 3773 Corporate Parkway Center Valley, Pennsylvania 18034
Re: K172850
Trade/Device Name: SterilContainer with PrimeLine Pro Lid Regulation Number: 21 CFR 880.6850 Regulation Name: Sterilization Wrap Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: KCT Dated: October 24, 2017 Received: October 25, 2017
Dear Lisa Boyle:
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.
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Enclosure
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#### DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Food and Drug Administration
## Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known)
K172850
#### Device Name
SterilContainer with PrimeLine Pro Lid
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
The Aesculap Sterilcontainer System is a reusable sterilization container system (consisting of solid & perforated bottoms, a perforated lid w/ filter retention plates, and reusable polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) filters) intended to be used to enclose another medical device that is to be sterilized by a healthcare provider. It is intended to allow sterilization of the enclosed device and also maintain sterility of the enclosed device until used. This container system is compatible for use in pre-vacuum steam and IUSS (Immediate Use Steam Sterilization modalities. The SterilContainer System for includes accessories such as silicone mats, baskets, trays, and racks.
| A combined maximum load validated for all container configurations is 25lbs. | | | |
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| Sterilization Cycle Parameters | PrimeLime Pro Container<br>Lid with JP050 - Lid Size | Solid Base to be used<br>with Lid | Max No. of Lumens<br>Lumen Configuration |
| Immediate Use (Non porous)<br>270°F Temp, 3 min. Exposure<br>No stacking recommended | 1/2 size Lid<br>(298 x281 x36)<br>Art. No. JP121 - JP125 | JK340 (4-1/4 in height)<br>JK341 (5-1/2 in height)<br>JK342 (6 in height)<br>JK344 (8 in height)<br>JK346 (10-1/2 in height) | Immediate Use - Non Porous:<br>No lumens, a hinged device,<br>and a knurled (irregular<br>surface) device. |
| Immediate Use (porous)<br>270°F Temp, 4 min. Exposure<br>No stacking recommended | 3/4 size Lid<br>(465 x 281 x 36)<br>Art. No. JP111 - JP115 | JK740 (4-1/4 in height)<br>JK741 (5-1/2 in height)<br>JK742 (6 in height)<br>JK744 (8 in height) | Immediate Use - Porous:<br>1 SS lumen with 3mm I.D. x<br>400mm L and a hinged device. |
| Prevacuum Dry Time Study<br>270°FTemp, 4min.Exposure, 30 min.<br>Dry Time<br>Stacking should not exceed 16-18"<br>height | Full size Lid<br>(588 x 281 x 36)<br>Art. No. JP101 - JP105 | JK440 (4-1/4 in height)<br>JK441 (5-1./2 in height)<br>JK442 (6 in height)<br>JK444 (8 in height)<br>JK446 (10-1/2 in height) | |
| Sterilization Cycle | Lid Size | Perforated Base to be<br>used with Lid | |
| | 1/2 size Lid<br>(298 x281 x36)<br>Art. No. JP121 - JP125 | JN340 (41/2 in height)<br>JN341 (51/2 in height)<br>JN342 (6 in height)<br>JN344 (8 in height)<br>JN346 (101/2 in height) | |
| Prevacuum Dry Time Study<br>270°FTemp, 4min.Exposure, 30 min.<br>Dry Time<br>Stacking should not exceed 16-18"<br>height | 3/4 size Lid<br>(465 x 281 x 36)<br>Art. No. JP111 - JP115 | JN740 (4-1/4 in height)<br>JN741 (5-1/2 in height)<br>JN742 (6 in height)<br>JN744 (8 in height) | |
| | Full size Lid<br>(588 x 281 x 36)<br>Art. No. JP101 - JP105 | JN440 (4-1/4 in height)<br>JN441 (5-1/2 in height)<br>JN442 (6 in height)<br>JN444 (8 in height)<br>JN446 (10-1/2 in height) | |
### Table 2: Steam and IUSS Cycle Compatible Accessories
| Accessories | Steam and IUSS |
|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------|
| Stainless Steel baskets,<br>basket lids, and dividers | Yes |
| Instrument Organization System (Silicone and Stainless Steel racks,<br>brackets, holders, and clamps) | Yes |
| Silicone mats | Yes |
| Stainless Steel racks, trays, holders, clamps, brackets, and platforms | Yes |
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## 510(k) SUMMARY (as required by 21 CFR 807.92)
### SterilContainer with PrimeLine Pro Lid November 10, 2017
| COMPANY: | Aesculap®, Inc.<br>3773 Corporate Parkway<br>Center Valley, PA 18034<br>Establishment Registration Number: 291671- |
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| CONTACT: | Lisa Boyle<br>610-984-9274 (phone)<br>610-791-6882 (fax) |
| TRADE NAME: | SterilContainer with PrimeLine Pro Lid |
| COMMON NAME: | Sterilization Container |
| CLASSIFICATION NAME: | Wrap, Sterilization |
| REGULATION NUMBER: | 880.6850 |
| PRODUCT CODE: | KCT |
## PREDICATE DEVICES
Primary Predicate : Primeline Lid (K073168) Reference Devices: Sterilcontainer System (K792558), Rigid Container System (K944864), and the SterilContainer System for Flash Indications (K053389), and SterilContainer System for Pre-Vac Steam. Immediate Use Steam, and EtO Sterilization (K112671).
## DEVICE DESCRIPTION
The SterilContainer with PrimeLine Pro Lid is used in conjunction with Aesculap's Sterilcontainer Systems (K792558/K944864/K053389/K112671). The SterilContainer with PrimeLine Pro Lid is designed to be compatible for use with pre-vacuum steam and IUSS sterilization. The lid is manufactured from anodized aluminum and utilizes a reusable polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) filter. The SterilContainer with PrimeLine Pro Lid is offered in a various colors and range of sizes as the predicates including full, ¾, and half sizes lids.
## INDICATIONS FOR USE
The Aesculap Sterilcontainer System is a reusable sterilization container system (consisting of solid & perforated bottoms, a perforated lid w/ filter retention plates, and reusable polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) filters) intended to enclose another medical device that is to be sterilized by a healthcare provider. It is intended to allow sterilization of the enclosed device and also maintain sterility of the enclosed device until used. This container system is compatible for use in pre-vacuum steam and IUSS
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(Immediate Use Steam Sterilization) sterilization modalities. The SterilContainer System includes accessories such as silicone mats, baskets, trays, and racks.
| A combined maximum load validated for all container configurations is 25lbs. | | | |
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| Sterilization Cycle Parameters | PrimeLime Pro Container<br>Lid with JP050 - Lid Size | Solid Base to be used<br>with Lid | Max No. of Lumens<br>Lumen Configuration |
| Immediate Use (Non porous)<br>270°F Temp, 3 min. Exposure<br>No stacking recommended | ½ size Lid<br>(298 x281 x36)<br>Art. No. JP121 - JP125 | JK340 (4-1/4 in height)<br>JK341 (5-1/2 in height)<br>JK342 (6 in height)<br>JK344 (8 in height)<br>JK346 (10-1/2 in height) | Immediate Use - Non Porous:<br>No lumens, a hinged device,<br>and a knurled (irregular<br>surface) device. |
| Immediate Use (porous)<br>270°F Temp, 4 min. Exposure<br>No stacking recommended | ¾ size Lid<br>(465 x 281 x 36)<br>Art. No. JP111 - JP115 | JK740 (4-1/4 in height)<br>JK741 (5-1/2 in height)<br>JK742 (6 in height)<br>JK744 (8 in height) | Immediate Use - Porous:<br>1 SS lumen with 3mm I.D. x<br>400mm L and a hinged device. |
| Prevacuum Dry Time Study<br>270°FTemp, 4min.Exposure, 30 min.<br>Dry Time<br>Stacking should not exceed 16-18"<br>height | Full size Lid<br>(588 x 281 x 36)<br>Art. No. JP101 - JP105 | JK440 (4-1/4 in height)<br>JK441 (5-1./2 in height)<br>JK442 (6 in height)<br>JK444 (8 in height)<br>JK446 (10-1/2 in height) | |
| Sterilization Cycle | Lid Size | Perforated Base to be<br>used with Lid | |
| Prevacuum Dry Time Study<br>270°FTemp, 4min.Exposure, 30 min.<br>Dry Time<br>Stacking should not exceed 16-18"<br>height | ½ size Lid<br>(298 x281 x36)<br>Art. No. JP121 - JP125 | JN340 (41/2 in height)<br>JN341 (51/2 in height)<br>JN342 (6 in height)<br>JN344 (8 in height)<br>JN346 (101/2 in height) | |
| | ¾ size Lid<br>(465 x 281 x 36)<br>Art. No. JP111 - JP115 | JN740 (4-1/4 in height)<br>JN741 (5-1/2 in height)<br>JN742 (6 in height)<br>JN744 (8 in height) | |
| | Full size Lid<br>(588 x 281 x 36)<br>Art. No. JP101 - JP105 | JN440 (4-1/4 in height)<br>JN441 (5-1/2 in height)<br>JN442 (6 in height)<br>JN444 (8 in height)<br>JN446 (10-1/2 in height) | |
### Table 1: Steam and IUSS Compatible SterilContainer with PrimeLine Pro Lid
## Table 2: Steam and IUSS
### Cycle Compatible Accessories
| Accessories | Steam and IUSS |
|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------|
| Stainless Steel baskets,<br>basket lids, and dividers | Yes |
| Instrument Organization System (Silicone and Stainless Steel racks,<br>brackets, holders, and clamps) | Yes |
| Silicone mats | Yes |
| Stainless Steel racks, trays, holders, clamps, brackets, and platforms | Yes |
# TECHNOLIGICAL CHARACTERISTICS (compared to predicates)
The SterilContainer with PrimeLine Pro Lid is made from anodized aluminum (AMg1). The only difference between the subject device and the predicate lid is material of the lid. The original Primeline Lid (K073168) is constructed of a plastic polymer, but uses the exact same integrated PTFE filter and retention plate system of the subject SterilContainer with PrimeLine Pro Lid. This new lid is manufactured from the same aluminum type material that is used for other Aesculap SterilContainer Lids (K112671/K053389/K792258).
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The SterilContainer with PrimeLine Pro Lid is compatible for use with pre-vacuum steam and IUSS sterilization which are the cycles that the Primeline Lid (K073168) was cleared for use with (steam and flash). Aesculap's Sterilization Container System was cleared for use in pre-vacuum steam and pre-vacuum IUSS among other sterilization modalities.
The SterilContainer with PrimeLine Pro Lid is offered in variety of colors and sizes (full, 3/4, and half).
| Device/<br>System | Aesculap<br>SterilContainer<br>w/ PrimeLine<br>Pro Lid | Aesculap<br>SterilContainer<br>w/Aluminum<br>Lid and<br>PrimeLine Lid | Aesculap<br>SterilContainer<br>with Primeline<br>Lid | Aesculap<br>SterilContainer<br>(Flash) | Aesculap<br>PriMed Rigid<br>Container<br>System | Aesculap<br>Container<br>System |
|---------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------|
| 510(k) | Pending | K112671 | K073168 | K053389 | K944864 | K792558 |
| Sterilization<br>Modalities | Pre-vac steam,<br>Immediate<br>Use Pre-vac<br>steam | Pre-vac steam,<br>Immediate Use<br>steam | Pre-vac steam,<br>Immediate Use<br>Pre-vac steam | Immediate Use<br>steam | Gravity<br>steam, High-<br>vacuum<br>steam, EO | Pre-vac,<br>Steam, EtO |
| Material | Anodized<br>Aluminum | Anodized<br>Aluminum/Radel<br>R | Anodized<br>Aluminum/Radel<br>R | Anodized<br>Aluminum | Anodized<br>Aluminum/<br>JADEX | Anodized<br>Aluminum |
| Worst case<br>Vent to<br>Volume Ratio | .50 | .41 | .49 | .68 | .59 | Not Available |
| Filter | Reusable filter | Single Use<br>Paper Filter,<br>Single Use<br>Polypropylene<br>Filter, Reusable<br>filter | Reusable filter | Single Use<br>Paper Filter | Single Use<br>Paper filter | Single Use<br>Paper Filter, |
| Shelf-life/<br>Barrier | 30,180, and<br>365 days<br>(event related) | 360 days (event<br>related) | 360 days (event<br>related) | N/A (24 hr<br>barrier) | Not defined | Not defined |
| Reuse testing | 2,200 uses (lid<br>and filter) | 2,200 uses (lid<br>and filter) | 2,200 uses (lid<br>and filter) | 100 cycles<br>minimum | 100 cycles<br>minimum | 100 cycles<br>minimum |
| Max total<br>weight | 25 pounds | 25 pounds | 35 pounds | 35 pounds | 25 pounds | 35 pounds |
# PERFORMANCE DATA
The SterilContainer with PrimeLine Pro Lid was fully validated for pre-vacuum steam and IUSS sterilization cycles. The validations were conducted in accordance with FDA guidance and available AAMI standards by a qualified testing laboratory. The performance testing demonstrates substantial equivalence to the predicate devices. The following performance testing has been completed to ensure substantial equivalence. Test were performed in best/mid/worst case sized regarding vent to volume ratio and container size.
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| Performance Properties | Results |
|--------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Sterilization Efficacy | Testing demonstrated a 6 log reduction and a sterility<br>assurance level (SAL) of 10-6 using the biological (BI)<br>overkill method and half-cycle validation. |
| Whole Package Microbial<br>Aerosol Challenge | After exposure to a defined amount of aerosol<br>microorganisms contents maintained sterility. |
| Event Related Sterility<br>Maintenance (30, 180, and<br>365 days). | The test reports demonstrated that the SterilContainer with<br>PrimeLine Pro Lid consistently maintained sterility of the<br>contents after processing followed by a 30, 180, and 365<br>day event related storage under conditions which simulate<br>hospital sterile package handling and storage conditions as<br>long as the barrier is not compromised. |
| Mechanical Cleaning<br>(Protein Analysis) | The study results validate that the mechanical cleaning<br>instructions were effective in removing gross amounts of<br>soil from the SterilContainer with PrimeLine Pro Lid to a<br>protein level of less than 6.4µg/cm² per device. |
| Mechanical Cleaning<br>(Hemoglobin Analysis) | The study results validate that the mechanical cleaning<br>instructions were effective in removing gross amounts of<br>soil from the SterilContainer with PrimeLine Pro Lid to a<br>hemoglobin level of less than 2.2 µg/cm² per device. |
| Manual Cleaning (Protein<br>Analysis) | The study results validate that the manual cleaning<br>instructions were effective in removing gross amounts of<br>soil from the SterilContainer with PrimeLine Pro Lid to a<br>protein level of less than 6.4µg/cm² per device. |
| Manual Cleaning<br>(Hemoglobin Analysis) | The study results validate that the manual cleaning<br>instructions were effective in removing gross amounts of<br>soil from the SterilContainer with PrimeLine Pro Lid to a<br>protein level of less than 2.2 µg/cm² per device. |
# CONCLUSION
The SterilContainer with PrimeLine Pro Lid is substantially equivalent to the predicate device. The conclusions drawn from the non-clinical tests demonstrate that the device is as safe, as effective, and performs as well or better than the legally marketed predicate device.
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9. The predicate graph
Open the Predicates tab for a family-tree view of predicate relationships. Click a node to trace its parents and children; selections from search carry over pre-selected. Commonly predicated devices are worth reading — a lot of people predicated them for a reason. The visual lineage is also handy on client calls, e.g. to show how a predicate family evolved and justify why your predicate still holds.
In the predicate graph, why are commonly predicated devices worth reading?
A lot of people predicated them for a reason. Clicking a node traces parents and children, and selections from search carry over pre-selected.
10. Embeddings: the galaxy map
The Embeddings tab plots every matching document in a 2-D "galaxy map" where semantically similar devices cluster together. Hover or click clusters to explore, and let AI label the clusters for you. Embeddings beat product codes for grouping: two devices can carry different product codes (LLZ vs. QIH) yet do the same thing — the embedding captures the meaning of the intended use and device story. This is also exactly how retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) works under the hood, and it makes a great visual on client calls.
Try it yourself
Head to the search page and work through a few of these AI/ML fuzzy searches to build intuition: perivascular fat on CT · aortic valve calcification opportunistic screening on noncontrast CT · breast cancer prediction on digital pathology slides · autism detection · gestational age prediction · a hearing aid that can also detect a pulse · foundation model based analysis of ECG · large language models · penetration test. Watch how the relevance scores, intended use, and AI Performance tables tell you when results stop being meaningful.