K200455 · New Deantronics Taiwan , Ltd. · GEI · Mar 31, 2020 · General, Plastic Surgery
Device Facts
Record ID
K200455
Device Name
Trigger Switch and Cord
Applicant
New Deantronics Taiwan , Ltd.
Product Code
GEI · General, Plastic Surgery
Decision Date
Mar 31, 2020
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 878.4400
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The Trigger Switch and Cord are accessories that are intended for use in monopolar laparoscopic and thoracoscopic electrosurgical procedures where handswitching of laparoscopic and thoracoscopic instruments is desired.
Device Story
Trigger Switch and Cord assembly provides electrical path between RF electrosurgical generator and RF surgical electrode; enables hand-controlled activation of electrosurgical current during surgery. Device consists of 10ft insulated wire cord and in-line trigger switch with adhesive backing for attachment to electrode handle. Used in hospitals by trained professionals; replaces foot switches for current control. Compatible with monopolar instruments featuring shrouded 4mm male electrical connectors. Single-use, sterile device. Benefits include ergonomic hand-switching capability for surgeon during laparoscopic/thoracoscopic procedures.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. No clinical data. Testing included mechanical (connector pull force, strain relief, anchorage), electrical safety (HF leakage, dielectric strength, Hi-Pot, mains frequency), and EMC testing per IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, and IEC 60601-2-2. Transit testing performed per ASTM D4169. All tests passed.
Technological Characteristics
Materials: PVC insulation, 24 AWG copper wire, nickel-plated brass connectors. Energy: Radiofrequency electrical current. Form factor: 10ft cord with 0.5ft trigger switch. Connectivity: Wired connection between generator and monopolar instrument. Sterilization: Sterile, single-use. Standards: IEC 60601-1:2005+A1:2012, IEC 60601-1-2:2014, IEC 60601-2-2:2017.
Indications for Use
Indicated for use in monopolar laparoscopic and thoracoscopic electrosurgical procedures requiring handswitching of instruments. Intended for use by trained professionals in hospital settings.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An electrosurgical cutting and coagulation device and accessories is a device intended to remove tissue and control bleeding by use of high-frequency electrical current.
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March 31, 2020
New Deantronics Taiwan, Ltd. % Mr. Craig Coombs President Coombs Medical Device Consulting, Inc 1100 Pacific Marina, Suite 806 Alameda, California 94501
Re: K200455
Trade/Device Name: Trigger Switch and Cord Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.4400 Regulation Name: Electrosurgical Cutting and Coagulation Device and Accessories Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: GEI Dated: February 21, 2020 Received: February 25, 2020
Dear Mr. Coombs:
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 aware 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.
Long Chen, Ph.D. Assistant Director DHT4A: Division of General Surgery Devices OHT4: Office of Surgical and Infection Control Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K200455
Device Name Trigger Switch and Cord
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
The Trigger Switch and Cord are accessories that are intended for use in monopolar laparoscopic and thoracoscopic electrosurgical procedures where handswitching of laparoscopic instruments is desired.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
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| <div> <span> <span style="font-size:16px">☐</span> Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C) </span> </div> |
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# Section 5: 510(k) Summary
# A. Device Information:
| Category | Comments |
|------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Sponsor: | New Deantronics Taiwan Ltd.<br>12F., No.51, Sec. 4, Zhongyang Rd.,<br>TuCheng District<br>New Taipei City 236, Taiwan R.O.C.<br>Tel: (886) 2-2268-1726<br>Fax: (886) 2-2268-3800<br>Sponsor Contact: Ms. Jane Liu, President<br>Email: jane@newdean.com.tw |
| Correspondent Contact<br>Information: | Mr. Craig Coombs<br>President<br>Coombs Medical Device Consulting<br>1100 Pacific Marina, Suite 806<br>Alameda, CA 94501<br>Tel: 510-995-8499<br>Email: CraigJCoombs@gmail.com |
| Device Common Name: | Electrosurgical accessory<br>Trigger Switch and Cord |
| Device Classification Number: | 21 CFR 878.4400 |
| Device Classification &<br>Product Code: | Class 2,<br>GEI |
| Device Proprietary Name: | Trigger Switch and Cord |
# Predicate Device Information:
| Predicate Device: | Trigger Switch and Cord |
|----------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------|
| Predicate Device Manufacturer: | Valleylab, Inc. |
| Predicate Device Common Name: | Electrosurgical accessory |
| Predicate Device Premarket Notification # | K970140 |
| Predicate Device Classification: | 21 CFR 878.4400 |
| | Electrosurgical, Cutting & Coagulation |
| | Device and Accessories |
| Predicate Device Classification &<br>Product Code: | Class 2,<br>GEI |
## B. Date Summary Prepared
20 March 2020
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## C. Description of Device
The Trigger Switch and Cord are an electrical connecting cord assembly, intended to provide an electrical path between an RF electrosurgery generator and an RF surgical electrode. The insulated wire of the Cord is 10ft long. The Cord is intended to be plugged into an in-line Trigger Switch which is attached to the RF electrode handle with an adhesive backing. The Trigger Switch allows hand switching of the electrical current through the Cord during surgery. These devices can be used in hospitals and are used by trained professionals only.
The Trigger Switch and Cord are compatible with the monopolar instruments with a shrouded 4mm male electrical connector and with an electrosurgical generator.
Typically, these application devices are used in place of foot switches in the flow of electrosurgical current to the target site.
These devices are sold as sterile, single-use devices.
#### D. Indications for Use
The Trigger Switch and Cord are accessories that are intended for use in monopolar laparoscopic and thoracoscopic electrosurgical procedures where handswitching of laparoscopic and thoracoscopic instruments is desired.
#### E. Comparison to Predicate Device
As described below, the application New Deantronics Trigger Switch and Cord is substantially equivalent in intended use, technology, design and physician use to the predicate Valleylab, Inc. Trigger Switch and Cord (K970140).
| Feature | Application Device:<br>New Deantronics Trigger Switch<br>and Cord (Catalog No. LC002) | Predicate Device:<br>Valleylab, Inc. Trigger Switch<br>and Cord (K970140) | Pertinence of Feature<br>to Consideration of<br>Substantial<br>Equivalence. |
|---------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Indications for<br>Use | The Trigger Switch and Cord are<br>accessories that are intended<br>for<br>in<br>monopolar<br>use<br>laparoscopic and thoracoscopic<br>electrosurgical<br>procedures<br>handswitching<br>of<br>where<br>laparoscopic and thoracoscopic<br>instruments is desired. | The Trigger Switch and Cord<br>accessories are intended for use<br>in monopolar laparoscopic and<br>thoracoscopic electrosurgical<br>procedures where<br>handswitching of laparoscopic<br>and thoracoscopic instruments,<br>such as scissors and graspers, is<br>desired. | Identical, except for<br>grammatical changes,<br>and specific examples<br>of instruments were<br>dropped as<br>unnecessary. |
| Product Code | GEI | GEI | Identical |
| Feature | Application Device:<br>New Deantronics Trigger Switch<br>and Cord (Catalog No. LC002) | Predicate Device:<br>Valleylab, Inc. Trigger Switch<br>and Cord (K970140) | Pertinence of Feature<br>to Consideration of<br>Substantial<br>Equivalence. |
| Technology | | | |
| Mechanism of<br>Standard<br>Electrosurgery | The Trigger Switch and Cord is<br>designed to connect an<br>electrosurgical generator with a<br>monopolar instrument. When<br>electrosurgery is activated by<br>Trigger Switch, the<br>electrosurgical energy will be<br>delivery from electrosurgical<br>generator through the Cord and<br>to the electrode, to coagulate in<br>surgical procedures. | The Trigger Switch and Cord is<br>designed to connect an<br>electrosurgical generator with a<br>monopolar instrument. When<br>electrosurgery is activated by<br>Trigger Switch, the<br>electrosurgical energy will be<br>delivery from electrosurgical<br>generator through the Cord and<br>to the electrode, to coagulate in<br>surgical procedures. | Identical |
| Energy Used | Radiofrequency Electrical<br>Current | Radiofrequency Electrical<br>Current | Identical |
| Operation<br>Principle | Monopolar Electrosurgery | Monopolar Electrosurgery | Identical |
| Equipment<br>Mated | Electrosurgical Generator:<br>Force FX or Force Triad | Electrosurgical Generator:<br>Force FX or Force Triad | Identical |
| Design -Mechanism | | | |
| Control Type | Hand Control | Hand Control | Identical |
| Cord Set<br>Length | Trigger Cord: 10 ft<br>Trigger Switch: 0.5 ft. | Trigger Cord: 10 ft<br>Trigger Switch: 0.5 ft. | Identical |
| Design- Material | | | |
| Cable | Insulation: PVC | Insulation: PVC | Identical |
| | Wire: Copper (24 AWG) | Wire: Copper (24 AWG) | |
| Generator<br>connector | Brass, nickel-plated female<br>contact terminal with PVC<br>overmold. | Identical | Identical |
| Monopolar<br>instrument<br>connector | Brass, nickel-plated female<br>contact terminal with PVC<br>overmold. 4mm female<br>connector | Identical | Identical |
| Other Attributes | | | |
| Single Use or<br>Reusable | Single use | Single use | Identical |
| Sterilized | Yes | Yes | Identical |
| Performance/<br>Safety Testing<br>in accordance<br>with | IEC 60601-1:2005+A1:2012<br>IEC 60601-1-2:2014<br>IEC 60601-2-2:2017<br>Premarket Notification (510(k))<br>Submissions for Electrosurgical<br>Devices for General Surgery:<br>Guidance for Industry and Food<br>and Drug Administration Staff | IEC 601-1:1988<br>IEC 601-2-2:1991<br>AAMI HF-18:1993 | Application device in<br>conformance with<br>latest version of the<br>listed Standards |
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New Deantronics concludes that the devices are substantially equivalent.
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## F. Summary of Supporting Data
Electrical safety testing and bench testing has demonstrated that the performance of New Deantronics Trigger Switch and Cord meet the requirements of its pre-defined acceptance criteria and intended uses. The results of the non-clinical testing demonstrate that the Trigger Switch and Cord is as safe and effective as the predicate device.
#### Summary Tables of Supporting Data
Performance Data for FDA Guidance for Reviewer of Electrosurgical Device for General Surgery, issued on August 15, 2016
Only Item B, Active Component/Accessory is applicable
| ltem | Scope (major<br>component or<br>system) | Specification Name<br>or Description or<br>Test Purpose | Method of<br>Verification: Standard<br>(list), Testing Method<br>or Audit | Pass /<br>Fail? | Comments |
|------|-----------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| B | Active<br>Component/<br>Accessory | Perform mechanical<br>testing of<br>electrosurgical<br>instruments to<br>minimize the risks<br>associated with<br>mechanical failure<br>and short circuit | Connector pull force | Pass | This submission is an Active<br>Accessory and has demonstrated<br>the risks associated with<br>mechanical failure and short<br>circuit is minimized by<br>mechanical testing before and<br>after transit. The mechanical<br>testing includes anchorage test<br>and connector pull force. Also,<br>this submission covers the<br>devices intended to be single<br>used rather than re-used. |
| | | | 0.26kg Dynamic<br>Strain Relief | Pass | |
| | | | 10 Pound Static<br>Strain Relief | Pass | |
| | | | Anchorage Test | Pass | |
The following table summarizes the tests performed and test results. Some listed here are repeated from the Guidelines table above. The results demonstrated that the Trigger Switch and Cord is safe for its intended use and supports a finding of substantial equivalence with the predicate device.
| Standard Used for Testing<br>Protocol | Specific Clause in<br>Standard used for<br>Testing Protocol | Test Item | Results |
|---------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------|---------|
| (General Requirement) | | Visual Inspection | PASS |
| | | Continuity test | PASS |
| IEC 60601-1:2005+ AM1:2012 | 15.3.4.1 | Drop Test (preconditioning) | PASS |
| | 8.10.2 | 0.26kg Dynamic Strain Relief | PASS |
| | | 10 Pound Static Strain Relief | PASS |
| IEC 60601-2-2:2017 | 201.8.10.4.2 | Anchorage Test | PASS |
| | 201.8.8.3.102 | HF Leakage Current Test | PASS |
| | 201.8.8.3.103 | High Frequency Dielectric Test | PASS |
| | 201.8.8.3.104 | Hi-Pot Test | PASS |
| | | Mains Frequency Dielectric Strength Test | PASS |
| | 201.11.6.5 | Fluid Ingress Test | PASS |
| | 201.17<br>202 | EMC Test | PASS |
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A transit test validated achievement of the package and product performance criteria after ship testing. The package system performance testing per ASTM D4169 met the acceptance criteria. The results demonstrate that the device and sterile packaging is functional after shipping transportation.
### G. Conclusion
After comparing the Indications for Use, technology and design of the Trigger Switch and Cord, along with all electrical safety (including IEC 60601-1: 2005 + AM1:2012; IEC 60601-1-2: 2014; IEC 60601-2-2: 2017) and performance testing, in accordance with the FDA's guidelines and FDA-recognized consensus standards for electrical safety, New Deantronics concludes that the Trigger Switch and Cord are substantially equivalent to the predicate Valleylab, Inc. Trigger Switch and Cord (K970140).
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