K181163 · Wu'S Tech Co., Ltd. · ITI · Feb 16, 2019 · Physical Medicine
Device Facts
Record ID
K181163
Device Name
Wu's Powered Wheelchair
Applicant
Wu'S Tech Co., Ltd.
Product Code
ITI · Physical Medicine
Decision Date
Feb 16, 2019
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 890.3860
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic, Pediatric
Indications for Use
The device is intended for medical purposes to provide mobility to persons restricted to a sitting position.
Device Story
Wu's Powered Wheelchair, Mambo 30, is a battery-operated, six-wheeled indoor electric wheelchair. The rider controls direction and speed via a joystick mounted on the right armrest. The device uses an electric motor to drive the wheels; joystick input regulates motor power, which also functions as a parking brake when inactive. It is intended for use by individuals restricted to a sitting position. The device is provided with an off-board battery charger. Healthcare providers or caregivers may assist in initial setup, but the device is designed for patient operation. The output is physical mobility, allowing the user to navigate indoor environments. By providing independent movement, the device improves quality of life and accessibility for users with mobility impairments.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. The device underwent extensive performance testing per ISO 7176 series (stability, brake effectiveness, energy consumption, dimensions, speed/acceleration, seating dimensions, strength, climatic tests, obstacle climbing, test dummies, friction, information disclosure, ignition resistance, EMC, and batteries/chargers) and ANSI/RESNA WC-2:2009. Biocompatibility of patient-contacting parts (headrest, seat, armrest, controls) was assessed per ISO 10993-1, including cytotoxicity, sensitization, and irritation testing.
Technological Characteristics
Battery-operated, six-wheeled indoor powered wheelchair. Materials: PVC Vinyl (seat/headrest), PU Foam (armrest), PC/PET (joystick module). Energy: 24V DC motor, 36Ah batteries. Connectivity: None. Control: Joystick-based electronic controller (Dynamic Linx 40A). Standards: ISO 7176 series, ANSI/RESNA WC-2:2009, ISO 10993-1. Max speed: 4 mph. Max load: 300 lbs.
Indications for Use
Indicated for persons restricted to a sitting position who require mobility assistance. Not intended for visually impaired individuals. Users must be mentally and physically capable of operating the device. Not for use by children under 12 without parental or professional approval.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A powered wheelchair is a battery-operated device with wheels that is intended for medical purposes to provide mobility to persons restricted to a sitting position.
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February 16, 2019
Wu's Tech Co., Ltd. Dr. Jen, Ke-Min Contact Person No. 225, Yuan Peir St. Hsin-Chu City. 30093 Cn
Re: K181163
Trade/Device Name: Wu's Powered Wheelchair, Mambo 30 Regulation Number: 21 CFR 890.3860 Regulation Name: Powered Wheelchair Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: ITI Dated: November 12, 2018 Received: November 20, 2018
Dear Dr. Jen, Ke-Min:
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. Although this letter refers to your product as a device, please be avare that some cleared products may instead be combination products. The 510(k) Premarket Notification Database located at https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfpmn/pmn.cfm identifies combination product submissions. 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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Sincerely,
Vivek J. Pinto -S
for Carlos L. Peña, PhD, MS Director Division of Neurological and Physical Medicine Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K181163
### Device Name
Wu's Powered Wheelchair, Mambo 30
Indications for Use (Describe)
The device is intended for medical purposes to provide mobility to persons restricted to a sitting position.
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伍氏科技股份有限公司
WU'S TECH CO., LTD
elephone/886-3-5382105 No.225 Yuan Peir St. Hsinchu,Taiwan R.O.C E-MAIL:wustech@wustech.com.tw
# 5. 510(k) Summary of Safety and Effectiveness
(per 21 CFR 807.92)
| 510(k) number | K181163 |
|------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Submitter's Name: | Wu's Tech Co., Ltd.<br>No.225, Yuan Peir St., Hsinchu, Taiwan ROC 30093 |
| Date summary prepared: | February16, 2019 |
| Proprietary Name: | Wu's Powered Wheelchair, Mambo 30 |
| Common or Usual Name: | Powered Wheelchair |
| Classification Name | Powered Wheelchair<br>Class II, 21 CFR 890.3860 |
| Product Code: | ITI |
| Contact Person: | Dr. JEN, KE-MIN<br>Email: ceirs.jen@msa.hinet.net<br>TEL: +886-3-5208829, FAX: +886-3-5209783 |
| 00Predicate Device | Wu's Tech Co., Ltd.<br>Wu's Powered Wheelchair, Mambo 36<br>K070655 |
#### ● Indications for Use:
The device is intended for medical purposes to provide mobility to persons restricted to a sitting position.
### Device Description: ●
## a) General description
The Wu's Powered Wheelchair, Mambo 30, is an indoor-use electric wheelchair that is battery operated. It has a base with six-wheeled with a seat and armrest. The movement of the wheelchair is controlled by the rider who uses joystick, located at the right-side armrest, to control the direction and speed of the wheelchair. The device is provided with an off-board battery charger. The maximum weight capacity of Mambo 30 is 300 lbs. (136 kg), and its maximum speed is 4 mph (6.4 km/h).
The following surfaces are recommended NOT to operate on:
- Sand surface ◆
- ◆ Wet or icy surface
- Road maintenance hole metal cover ◆
- Avoid going up multiple steps.
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氏科技股份有限公司
J'S TECH CO., LTD
統一编號/70711910 新竹市元培街225號 FAX /886-3-5382191 Telephone/886-3-5382105 No.225 Yuan Peir St. Hsinchu,Taiwan R.O.C E-MAIL:wustech@wustech.com.tw
- Avoid using escalators. Use the elevator.
- � Too steep incline over 6 degrees.
- � Ground clearance to battery: 2.34"(60 mm)
- Curb climbing ability: 2.34"(60 mm)
- b) Principle of operation
The Wu's Powered Wheelchair, Mambo 30, is battery-operated, and the battery gives the electric energy to drive the motor. The motor will then drive the wheels to rotate and the wheelchair will thus move forward or backward. If the motor does not receive the electric energy via joystick action, the motor will stop to rotate and this gives the parking brake to the wheelchair.
- c) The user population
- · The product is intended for the persons restricted to a sitting positon.
- · The product is not intended for visually impaired people.
- ·The drivers need to be mentally and physically suitable to drive the powered wheelchair.
- •The fingers need to work functionally.
- · The device cannot be used by children until age of 12 without parental or professional approval.
### ● Performance Testing:
- > ISO 7176-1:2014 Wheelchairs - Part 1: Determination of static stability
- イ ISO 7176-2:2001 Wheelchairs - Part 2: Determination of dynamic stability of electric wheelchairs
- く ISO 7176-3:2012 Wheelchairs - Part 3: Determination of effectiveness of brakes
- く ISO 7176-4:2008 Wheelchairs - Part 4: Energy consumption of electric wheelchairs for determination of theoretical distance range
- イ ISO 7176-5:2008 Wheelchairs - Part 5: Determination of overall dimensions, mass and maneuvering space
- イ ISO 7176-6:2001 Wheelchairs - Part 6: Determination of maximum speed, acceleration and deceleration of electric wheelchairs
- く ISO 7176-7:1998 Wheelchairs - Part 7: Determination of seating dimensions -Definitions and measuring method
- く ISO 7176-8:2014 Wheelchairs - Part 8: Static, impact and fatigue strength for manual wheelchairs
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氏科技股份有限公司
U'S TECH CO., LTD
enhone/886-3-5382105 25 Yuan Peir St. Hsinchu, Taiwan R.O.C. MAIL:wustech@wustech.com.tw
- ISO 7176-9:2009 Wheelchairs Part 9: Climatic tests for electric wheelchairs >
- V ISO 7176-10:2008 Wheelchairs - Part 10: Determination of obstacle-climbing ability of electrically powered wheelchairs
- イ ISO 7176-11:2014 Wheelchairs -- Part 11 Test dummies
- く ISO 7176-13: 1989 Wheelchair - Part 13: Determination of coefficient of friction of test surfaces
- イ ISO 7176-15: 1996 Wheelchairs -- Part 15: Requirements for information disclosure, documentation and labelling
- イ ISO 7176-16:2012 Wheelchairs - Part 16: Resistance to ignition of postural support devices
- イ ISO 7176-21:2009 Requirements and test methods for electromagnetic compatibility of electrically powered wheelchairs and scooters, and battery chargers
- イ ISO 7176-25:2013 Wheelchairs -- Part 25: Batteries and chargers for powered wheelchairs
- イ ANSI/RESNA WC-2:2009 Section 14: Power and control systems for electrically powered wheelchairs-- Requirements and test methods.
- く ANSI/RESNA WC-2:2009 Section 21: Requirements and test methods for electromagnetic compatibility of electrically powered wheelchairs and motorized scooters.
#### ● Biocompatibility evaluation of patient-contacting parts
Biocompatibility assessment of patient-contacting components was performed in conformance with ISO 10993-1, Biological evaluation of medical devices - Part 1: Evaluation and testing within a risk management process.
| Patient-contacting Parts | Material's name | Contact classification & contact duration | Tests conducted |
|--------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| 1. Headrest<br>Seatback Seat<br>Safety seat belt | PVC Vinyl | Surface contacting-<br>Less than 24<br>hours duration | Cytotoxicity +<br>Maximization Sensitization<br>+<br>Skin Irritation tests |
| 2. Armrest | PU Foam | Surface contacting-<br>Less than 24<br>hours duration | Cytotoxicity +<br>Maximization Sensitization<br>+<br>Skin Irritation tests |
| 3. Horn button | Dow<br>Corning<br>RBB-6671<br>-70 +<br>RBB-6671<br>-70 + | Surface contacting-<br>Less than 24<br>hours duration | Cytotoxicity + Irritation &<br>delayed-type<br>hypersensitivity (Epicutan<br>test) Tests |
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統一編號/70711910 新竹市元培街225號 Telephone/886-3-5382105 FAX /886-3-5382191 No.225 Yuan Peir St. Hsinchu,Taiwan R.O.C. E-MAIL:wustech@wustech.com.tw
| | XE20-523-<br>5U +<br>Colourant<br>Techi<br>Black 1801 | | |
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| 4. Speed dial | Makrolon<br>6557<br>(PC<br>material ) | <b>Surface</b><br><b>contacting-</b><br>Less than 24<br>hours duration | Cytotoxicity test |
| 5. REM060/110<br>bottom case | Makroblen<br>d EL700<br>(PC+PET<br>materials) | <b>Surface</b><br><b>contacting-</b><br>Less than 24<br>hours duration | Cytotoxicity + Irritation &<br>delayed-type<br>hypersensitivity (Epicutan<br>test) Tests |
| 6. REM050/100<br>(Full joystick<br>control<br>module) | Makroblen<br>d EL 700 +<br>Makrolon<br>6557 | <b>Surface</b><br><b>contacting-</b><br>Less than 24<br>hours duration | Irritation and delayed-type<br>hypersensitivity Tests<br>(Epicutan test) |
### ● Comparison table
| Model<br>Specification | Predicate Device | Subject Device |
|----------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------|
| Manufacturer | Wu's Tech Co., Ltd. | Same |
| Proprietary name, model | Wu's Powered Wheelchair,<br>MAMBO 36 | Wu's Powered Wheelchair,<br>MAMBO 30 |
| 510(k) number | K070655 | TBA |
| Device classification name | Powered Wheelchair | Same |
| Classification regulations | Class II, 21 CFR 890.3860 | Same |
| Product code | ITI | Same |
| Similarities | | |
| Indications for use | The device is intended for<br>medical purposes to provide<br>mobility to persons restricted to<br>a sitting position. | Same indications for use |
| Number of wheels | 6 | Same number of wheels |
| Front wheel size | 5.05x1.95 inches /solid tires | Same front wheel size /solid tires |
| Drive wheel size | 10x3.12 inches /solid tires | Same drive wheel size / solid tires |
| Rear wheel size | 5.05x1.95 inches/solid tires | Same rear wheel size / solid tires |
| Movement control method | By Joystick control | Same Joystick control |
| Motors output &type | 320W x 24V x 2 pcs | Same motors output & type |
| Driving system | Middle wheel direct drive | Same middle wheel direct drive |
| Brake system | Electromagnetic brake | Same Electromagnetic brake |
| Max speed forward | 4 mph / 6.4 km/h | Same forward speed |
| Max loading weight | 300 lbs. /136 kg | Same maximum loading weight |
| Differences | | |
| Dimension (LxW x D inch) | 43.9 x 24.4 x 43.3 inches | 40.6 x 23.8 x 49 inches |
| (LxW x D mm) | 1115 x 620 x 1100 mm | 1030 x 605 x 1245 mm |
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五氏科技股份有限公司
WU'S TECH CO., LTD
統一編號/70711910 新竹市元培街225號 Telephone/886-3-5382105 FAX /886-3-5382191 No.225 Yuan Peir St. Hsinchu,Taiwan R.O.C. E-MAIL:wustech@wustech.com.tw
| Weight with batteries | 226 lbs. /103 kg | 172.7 lbs. / 78.5 kg |
|------------------------|------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Cruising range | 12.5-18.7 miles /20~30 km | 12.8 miles / 20.5 km |
| Battery type | 30Ah x 12V x 2 pcs | Kung Long U1-36NE,<br>36Ah x 12V x 2 pcs<br>Complying with ISO 7176-25:2013 |
| Charger Type | Off-board charger | Off-board charger |
| Brand & Model | HP8204B | CTE 4C24050A |
| Rating | Input: AC115/230V,<br>Output: DC 24V, 3A | Input AC 100-240V,<br>Output DC 24V, 5 Amp<br>Complying with ISO 7176-25:2013 |
| Electronic controller | PG VR-2 60A | DYNAMIC LINX 40A<br>Complying with ANSI/RESNA WC-<br>2:2009 Section 14 |
| Slope grade ability | 8° | 6° |
| Operating environments | Indoor/outdoor uses | Indoor use |
### ● Substantial equivalence discussion
Both devices have the same indications for use, same technological designs, same number of wheels, same joystick control method, same motor output, same driving system, same brake system, same forward maximum speed, and same maximum loading.
In the below, we discuss the differences between them,
- V Dimensions: The dimensions of the two devices are similar in Length and Width, but the Depth of the subject device is 5.7 inches (145 mm) larger than the predicate device. The larger depth will give more support to the legs and will bring more comfort to user's ride, and this difference does not raise any new safety and effectiveness concerns for the subject device, since the subject device has passed the ISO 7176 series standards with respect to safety and performance aspects.
- V Weight of wheelchair: The weight of subject device is 54 lbs. (25 kg) smaller than the predicate device. This difference will make a lower ratio of the wheelchair weight/motor power output for the subject device. The ratio of the weight/power for the subject device is 172 lbs / 320 W = 0.5375 lbs/W and the predicate device is 0.7063 lbs/W (=226/320). The subject device will use one joule energy per second to push 0.5375 pounds of wheelchair weight, and the predicate device will use one joule energy per second to push 0.7063 pounds of wheelchair weight. That is to say, the subject device consumes less battery's electrical energy than the predicate device. There are no new safety and effectiveness concerns raised for the subject device with respect to the smaller weights.
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統一編號/70711910 新竹市元培街225號 Telephone/886-3-5382105 FAX /886-3-5382191 No.225 Yuan Peir St. Hsinchu, Taiwan R.O.C. E-MAIL:wustech@wustech.com.tw
- V Cruising range: In general, the cruising range depends on the wheelchair weight, battery charging condition, motors output, and cruising surface conditions. The cruising range of the subject device is 12.8 miles and that of the predicate device is about 12.5-18.7 miles. The difference between subject device and predicate device is not large. As the user knew the cruising range of the subject device is 12.8 miles from the user manual, they will drive the wheelchair in consideration of 12.8 miles range, and avoid driving exceeding this cruising range for each travel. There are no new safety and effectiveness concerns raised due to this smaller cruising range.
- V Battery type: The battery capacity of the subject device is 36 Ah and the predicate device is 30 Ah. A larger battery capacity means this battery can drive a larger range or last for a longer time than a smaller battery capacity under the same usage. Also, the batteries of the subject device have passed the testing of ISO 7176-25:2013. These facts demonstrate there are no any new safety and effectiveness concerns raised due to using a larger battery capacity.
- > Charger type: They are the same type of off-board chargers and possess the same input and output voltages, but they are not the same brand and not from the same supplier. But the charger of the subject device has passed the ISO 7176-25:2013, it means the safety and effectiveness aspects of our charger are ensured with respect to the different brand of battery charger.
- V Electronic controller: The suppliers and types of the electronic controller are different. But the electronic controller of the subject device has passed the ANSI/RESNA WC-2:2009 Section 14: Power and control systems for electrically powered wheelchairs-- Requirements and test methods, any new safety and effectiveness concerns are not raised due to using a different brand of a controller.
- > Slope grade ability: The slope grade ability is 8 degrees for predicate device and 6 degrees for subject device. The relevant statement of 6 degrees for the slope grade ability is placed in the user manual. If the user operates the powered wheelchair according to the instructions for use, any safety and effectiveness concerns are not raised due to a smaller slope grade ability.
- > Operating environments: The operating environment for the predicate device is indoor/outdoor uses and it is indoor use for the subject device. The relevant safety statements for riding indoors are placed in the device label and the user manual. The user is instructed to observe the safety statements and follow the instructions
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統一編號/70711910 新竹市元培街225號 FAX /886-3-5382191 Telephone/886-3-5382105 No.225 Yuan Peir St. Hsinchu, Taiwan R.O.C. E-MAIL:wustech@wustech.com.tw
for use. There will be no any new safety and effectiveness concerns raised with respect to its intended use of operating environments.
### CONCLUSIONS ●
The subject device, Mambo 30, is as safe and effective as, and functions in a manner equivalent to the predicate device, Mambo 36. The conclusions drawn from the non-clinical tests demonstrate that the device is as safe, as effective, and performs as well as the legally marketed device identified in the submission. Thus, the subject device is substantially equivalent to the predicate device.
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Click the citation bubbles to jump to the relevant highlight in the source document.
Reading rule for every project: how many summaries do you read in full?
At least the three most relevant 510(k) or De Novo summaries, in full. After that, use targeted chat questions to confirm your memory quickly. The tool supports this professional habit — it doesn't replace it.
5. Side-by-side comparison
Select multiple rows in the results table (aim for under ~10), then open the PDF Viewer tab. Ask one question — it goes to all selected devices in parallel, each with citations. This is the fastest way to compare and contrast devices: training data, PCCP scope, how they handled adding new scanners, and so on.
What does the side-by-side PDF viewer mode do?
Select multiple devices, open the PDF viewer tab, and ask one question (e.g., "Describe the training data"). It queries all selected devices simultaneously with citations, so you can compare and contrast quickly.
6. Collections
With rows selected, go to the Collections tab and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). Reload that selection any time — before a client call, pull up the collection and ask questions across all of its devices at once.
How do you save a set of selected devices for later use?
Select the rows, go to the Collections tab, and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). You can reload the selection anytime and carry it into the PDF viewer and other tabs that support selections.
7. Product codes and the regulations tree
Click a product code in the results to jump to it in the regulations tree — identification text, sibling product codes, and devices you can open in a PDF viewer on the right. Click a regulation number to see its identification, special controls, and related product codes. You can also search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree. Always read the special controls if any exist for your device — it broadens your search and sharpens pre-kickoff research.
What can you do from the regulations tree view?
Browse product codes and regulation numbers, read the identification text and special controls, browse sibling product codes, open device PDFs on the right, and search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree.
8. Chart view
Click Show Chart and segment by regulation number (or product code) to see which regulations dominate your result set. Clicking a regulation takes you into the regulations tree. Great for spotting that most matches are, say, hardware laparoscopic devices — a cue to go back and filter.
How do you see which regulations dominate a search result set?
Click "Show Chart" and segment by Regulation Number. Clicking a regulation takes you to the regulations tree.
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.