K201461 · Ningbo Shenyu Medical Equipment Co.,Ltd · IOR · May 21, 2021 · Physical Medicine
Device Facts
Record ID
K201461
Device Name
Manual Wheelchair, Model A011
Applicant
Ningbo Shenyu Medical Equipment Co.,Ltd
Product Code
IOR · Physical Medicine
Decision Date
May 21, 2021
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 890.3850
Device Class
Class 1
Indications for Use
The A011 Manual Wheelchair is to provide mobility to persons limited to a sitting position.
Device Story
Manual wheelchair A011 is a mechanical mobility aid for individuals unable to walk. The device consists of an aluminum alloy frame, four wheels (front casters and rear wheels), and flame-resistant upholstery. It is propelled by the occupant manually turning the rear handrims or pushed by an attendant using rear handles. The device is foldable for transport and features adjustable components like footrests. It is intended for indoor use on dry, level surfaces such as concrete or asphalt. By providing a seated mobility platform, the device replaces walking, facilitating independence for users with physical limitations. It is operated by the patient or an assistant; no electronic or automated processing is involved.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Bench testing only. Device performance verified against ISO 7176-1 (stability), ISO 7176-3 (brakes), ISO 7176-5 (dimensions/mass), ISO 7176-7 (seating dimensions), ISO 7176-8 (strength), ISO 7176-15 (labeling), and ISO 7176-16 (ignition resistance). Biocompatibility confirmed per ISO 10993-1, ISO 10993-5 (cytotoxicity), and ISO 10993-10 (irritation/sensitization).
Technological Characteristics
Mechanical wheelchair; aluminum alloy frame with yellow/black coating; PVC handgrips/side panels/footplates; nylon/flame-resistant foam upholstery; PU armrest pads. Dimensions: 1100mm x 660mm x 910mm. Weight capacity: 136kg. Manual propulsion via handrims. Complies with ISO 7176 and ISO 10993 standards.
Indications for Use
Indicated for persons limited to a sitting position due to illness, injury, or disability who require a manual wheelchair for mobility.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A mechanical wheelchair is a manually operated device with wheels that is intended for medical purposes to provide mobility to persons restricted to a sitting position.
Predicate Devices
AST Model MA012 and MS019 Rehab Wheelchair (K181795)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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May 21, 2021
Ningbo Shenyu Medical Equipment Co., Ltd. % Vivi Shi Technical Manager Shanghai SUNGO Management Consulting Co., Ltd. Room 1309, Dongfang Building, 1500# Central Ave. Shanghai, Shanghai 200122 China
Re: K201461
Trade/Device Name: Manual Wheelchair, Model A011 Regulation Number: 21 CFR 890.3850 Regulation Name: Mechanical Wheelchair Regulatory Class: Class I, reserved Product Code: IOR Dated: March 1, 2021 Received: March 5, 2021
Dear Vivi Shi:
We have reviewed vour 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,
Heather Dean, PhD Assistant Director. Acute Injurv Devices Team DHT5B: Division of Neuromodulation and Physical Medicine Devices OHT5: Office of Neurological and Physical Medicine 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) K201461
Device Name Manual Wheelchair, Model A011
Indications for Use (Describe)
The A011 Manual Wheelchair is to provide mobility to persons limited to a sitting position.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
| Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
X Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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## 510(K) Summary - K201461
#### I. Submitter
Ningbo Shenyu Medical Equipment Co.,Ltd.
Address: No.1318 West of Tanjialing Road, Yuyao, Zhejiang, China
Contact Person: Zhou Yuefeng Tel: +86- 574-62517777 Email: sales@shenyumedical.com
Submission Correspondent: Primary contact: Mrs. Vivi Shi Shanghai SUNGO Management Consulting Co., Ltd. Room 1401, Dongfang Building, 1500# Central Ave., Shanghai 200122, China Tel: +86-21-58817802 Email: wei.shi@sungoglobal.com Secondary contact: Mr. RaymondLuo Room 1309, Dongfang Building, 1500# Central Ave., Shanghai 200122, China Tel: +86-21-68828050 Email: fda .sungo@gmail.com
#### II. Device
Name of Device: Manual Wheelchair Common Name: Manual Wheelchair Model(s): A011
# Regulatory Information Classification Name: Mechanical Wheelchair Regulatory Class: I Product code: IOR Regulation Number: 890.3850 Review Panel: Physical Medicine
#### III. Predicate device:
Sichuan AST MedicalEquipment Co., Ltd. AST Model MA012 and MS019 Rehab Wheelchair 510Knumber: K181795
This predicate has not been subject to a design-related recall.
#### IV. Device Description
A mechanical wheelchair is a chair with wheels, designed to be a replacement for walking, where it is propelled by the seated occupant turning the rear wheels by hand. There are also handles behind the seat for someone else to do the pushing. Wheelchairs are used by people for whom walking is difficult or impossible due to illness, injury, or disability.
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Manual Wheelchair A011 is a mechanical wheelchair including four wheels, a Aluminum alloy frame and a textilene upholstery that is flame resistant. A011 has a physical dimension of 1100mm × 660mm × width × height) with the seat itself has a dimension of 480mm × 430mm (depth × width × height). The device has a weight capacity of 136 kilograms, and weighs about 16 kilograms. The color is yellow and black.
## Main Components:
Main frame, back upholstery, seat upholstery, handgrip, arm pad, armrest, front wheel, handrim, antitipper, crossbrace, crossbar, side panel, Legrest strap, footplate, Seat belt, brake.
- Main materials:
Frame, crossbrace, crossbar, armrest, brake: Aluminum, yellow/black coating
Handgrip, side panel, handrim, footplate: PVC
Seat and back upholstery: Cover is Nylon fabrics, inside with flame resistant foam
Armrest pad: flame retardant sponge &PU
The device can be operated indoors on dry, level surfaces composed of concrete, blacktop, or asphalt under normal driving conditions.
The specification table is as below:
| Main dimensions and structural parameters | | | |
|---------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------|-------|
| Overall dimension | 1100mm (L) X 660mm (W) X 910mm (H) | | |
| Folded dimension | 810mm (L) X 320mm (W) X 930mm (H) | | |
| Seat width | 475mm | Horizontal angle of seat | 8° |
| Seat depth | 420 mm | Backrest angle | 14° |
| Seat height from floor | 510mm | Angle of the legrest against the seat surface | 65° |
| Distance between armrest and seat | 180 mm | Distance from footrest to seat | 410mm |
| Distance between armrests | 500 mm | Front position of armrest structure | 370mm |
| Backrest height | 370 mm | Diameter of armrest circle on rear wheels | 530mm |
| Footrest height from floor | 145mm | Horizontal position of shaft | 2.5mm |
| Weight of the heaviest part<br>(net weight) | 13.5 Kg | | |
| Load capacity | 136Kg (300LB) | | |
| Specification of front wheels | Ø200mm | | |
| Specification of rear wheels | Ø600 mm | | |
| Main technical performance | | | |
| Wheel landing performance | All wheels except the lifting wheels must land smoothly | | |
| Static stability | Vertical forward tilt ≥10°, vertical backward tilt≥10°, and lateral tilt ≥15° | | |
| Hill-holding performance | >8° | | |
| Sliding offset | <350mm | | |
| Minimum turning radius | <850mm | | |
| Minimum reversing width | <1500mm | | |
#### V. Indications for use
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The A011 Manual Wheelchair is to provide mobility to persons limited to a sitting position.
| Table 1 General Comparison | | | |
|------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Device | Proposed Device | Predicate Device | Results |
| 510K Number | NA | K181795 | -- |
| Manufacturer | Ningbo Shenyu Medical Equipment<br>Co., Ltd. | Sichuan AST Medical Equipment<br>Co., Ltd. | -- |
| Proprietary<br>Name | Manual Wheelchair | AST Model MA012<br>and MS019 Rehab<br>Wheelchair | -- |
| Model | A011 | MA012 and MS019 | -- |
| Classification | I | I | Same |
| Indications for<br>use | The A011 Manual wheelchair is to<br>provide mobility to persons limited<br>to a sitting position. | The AST ModelMA012 and<br>MS019 Rehab Wheelchairs are to<br>provide mobility to persons limited<br>to a sitting position. | Same |
| Basic Design | The Aluminum Manual Wheelchair<br>is indoor/outdoor wheelchair thathas<br>a base with four-wheeled with a seat.<br>The device can be disassembled for<br>transport and it is foldable easily. The<br>device uses a standard sling type<br>back and seat.<br>Aluminum frame with yellow/black<br>coating and folding backrest<br>Flip back armrest PU pad<br>Detachable and elevating footrest<br>Front caster PU tires and detachable<br>rear wheel PU tires Nylon cushion<br>cover of back upholstery and seat<br>upholstery. | The AST ModelMA012 and<br>MS019<br>Rehab Wheelchairare manual<br>wheelchairs.<br>They have adjustable armrests, and<br>multiple axle position. The casters<br>are 6"/7"/8" PU wheels with height<br>adjustable forks and the rear wheels<br>are 20"/22"/24"* 1-3/8"<br>polyurethane<br>(MA012 and MS019).<br>Aluminum frame with liquid coated<br>and folding backrest Flip-up and<br>detachable armrest PU pad<br>Detachable footrest Front casters PU<br>tires and quick release rear wheel<br>PU tires Nylon cushion | Similar<br>The structure<br>and materials<br>of main frame<br>of the proposed<br>device and<br>predicate device<br>are same, only<br>individual<br>materials are<br>different, such<br>as back upholstery<br>and seat<br>upholstery,etc.<br>The differences<br>do not raise<br>safety and<br>effectiveness<br>of the proposed<br>device. |
| Material | Frame, crossbrace, crossbar, armrest,<br>brake: Aluminum, yellow/black<br>coating<br>Handgrip, side panel, handrim,<br>footplate: PVC<br>Seat and back upholstery: Cover is<br>Nylon fabrics, inside with flame | AST Model MA012 Rehab<br>Wheelchair: Aluminum frame<br>with liquid coated and folding<br>backrest Flip-up and detachable<br>armrest PU pad<br>Detachable footrest Front casters PU<br>tires and quick release rear wheel | Similar<br>The Main<br>Structural<br>materials and<br>wheels materials<br>are same.<br>The differences |
| | resistant foam<br>Armrest pad: flame retardant sponge &PU | PU tires Nylon cushion | do not raise<br>safety and<br>effectiveness<br>of the proposed<br>device. |
| Components | Main frame, back upholstery, seat<br>upholstery, handgrip, arm pad,<br>armrest, front wheel, rear wheel,<br>handrim, anti-tipper, crossbrace,<br>crossbar, side panel, Legrest strap,<br>footplate, Seat belt, brake | AST Model MA012 Rehab<br>Wheelchair: Main frame, handle<br>sleeve, back upholstery, seat<br>upholstery, armrest pad, armrest,<br>side<br>panel, front casters, rear wheel,<br>legrest, footplate, brake, front fork,<br>crossbrace. | Same<br>Although the<br>expressions are<br>different, the<br>main components<br>are same. |
| Control Mode | Mechanical | Mechanical | SE |
| Size(unfold) | 1100mm (L) *660mm (W) * 910mm (H) | 1173mm(L)*645mm(W)*892mm(H) | Similar<br>The two physical<br>dimensions are<br>different. The<br>difference does<br>not affect the<br>effectiveness<br>and safety |
| Weight(Total) | 16kg(35.2lbs) | 38lbs | Similar<br>The proposed<br>device is<br>heavier than<br>the predicate<br>device. |
| Weight<br>Capacity | 136Kg(300lbs) | Model MA012:<br>300lbs/136kg | Same |
| Seat Width | 480mm | Model MA012:<br>16"(406mm)<br>18"(457mm)<br>20"(508mm) | Similar<br>Different seat<br>sizes do not<br>raise the safety<br>and effectiveness<br>of the device. |
| Seat height | 540mm | Model MA012:<br>19.7"(500mm) | |
| Seat depth | 420mm | Model MA012:<br>16"-20"(406mm-508mm) | |
| Frame Type | foldable | foldable | SE |
| Cross-brace<br>configuration | 18" | 14", 16", 18", 20" or 22" | SE |
| Back Stype | Fixed | Model MS019:<br>Fixed | Same |
| | | Adjustable | device is same<br>as predicate<br>device model<br>MS019. |
| Anti-tippers | Optional | Optional | Same |
| Wheel<br>construction | Quick release | Model MA012:<br>Quick release<br>Model MS019:<br>Fixed | Same<br>Wheel<br>construction of<br>proposed<br>device is same<br>as predicate<br>device model<br>MA012. |
| Tires | Front: 200mm(8")<br>Rear:610mm(24") | Front: 6",7",8"<br>Rear: 20",22",24" | SE |
| Armrest | Flip back armrest | Model MA012:<br>Height Adjustable<br>desk length armrest,<br>Flip back<br>Model MS019:<br>Fixed or adjustable<br>height; desk or full<br>length; removable | Similar<br>The height of<br>armrest of<br>proposed<br>device can not<br>be adjustable. |
| Foot rest | Optional/swing away Optional/<br>swing away | Optional/swing away Optional/<br>swing away | SE |
| Rear Axle<br>Position | Single | Multiple | Similar<br>The rear axle<br>of proposed<br>device has only<br>one size. |
| Frame<br>Construction | Foldable frame | Foldable frame | SE |
| Frame<br>Material | Aluminum | Model MA012:<br>Aluminum<br>Model MS019: Steel | SE<br>The frame<br>materialof<br>proposed<br>device is same<br>as predicate<br>device model<br>MA012. |
| Safety Feature | Manual Wheel Lock | Manual Wheel Lock | SE |
| Standard | ISO7176-1<br>ISO7176-3<br>ISO7176-5 | ISO7176-1<br>ISO7176-3<br>ISO7176-5 | SE |
| ISO7176-7 | ISO7176-7 | | |
| ISO7176-8 | ISO7176-8 | | |
| ISO7176-11 | ISO7176-11 | | |
| ISO7176-13 | ISO7176-13 | | |
| ISO7176-15 | ISO7176-15 | | |
| ISO7176-16 | ISO7176-16 | | |
| ISO10993-1 | ISO10993-1 | | |
| ISO10993-5 | ISO10993-5 | | |
| ISO10993-10 | ISO10993-10 | | |
#### Comparison of technological characteristics with the predicate device VI.
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#### VII. Performance Data
### The following performance data were provided in support of the substantial equivalence determination.
### Non-Clinical Test
Non-clinical tests were conducted to verify that the proposed device met all design specificationsas was Substantially Equivalent (SE) to the predicate device. The test results demonstrated that the proposed device complies with the following standards:
- A ISO 10993-1 :2018 Biological evaluation of medical devices - Part 1: Evaluation and testing within a risk management process
- > ISO 10993-5: 2009 Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices -- Part 5: Tests For In VitroCytotoxicity
- ISO 10993-10: 2010 Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices Part 10: Tests For Irritation And Skin > Sensitization
- > ISO 7176-1:2014, Wheelchairs - Part 1: Determination of static stability
- > ISO 7176-3: 2012, Wheelchairs - Part 3: Determination of effectiveness of brakes
- > ISO 7176-5, Second edition 2008-06-01, Wheelchairs - Part 5: Determination of overall dimensions, mass and manoeuvring space
- > ISO 7176-7. First Edition 1998-05-15, Wheelchairs - Part 7: Measurement of seating and wheeldimensions
- > ISO 7176-8:2014, Wheelchairs - Part 8: Requirements and test methods for static, impact and fatiguestrengths
- > ISO 7176-11:2012 Test dummies
- > ISO 7176-13, First edition 1989-08-01, Wheelchairs - Part 13: Determination of coefficient of test surfaces
- > ISO 7176-15:1996, Wheelchairs - Part 15: Requirements for information disclosure, documentation and labeling
- > ISO 7176-16: 2012 Resistance to ignition of postural support devices
### Substantial Equivalence discussion:
Our device and the predicate device are almost identical in terms of all areas described in the above table (Table 1). There are some minor differences with the predicate device don't affect the safety or effectiveness of the subject device.
The following table (Table 2&3) shows similarities and differences of the performance between our device and the predicate device. Tests were conducted following the recommended procedures outlined in the respective consensus standards, and results for "Manual Wheelchair A011" met all relevant requirements in the test standards, our internal specifications, and are comparable to the predicate device.
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| Description | Proposed Device | Predicate device |
|-------------------------------------------------------|------------------------|------------------------|
| Static stability | Meets ISO 7176-1:2014 | Meets ISO 7176-1:2014 |
| Effectiveness of brakes | Meets ISO 7176-3:2012 | Meets ISO 7176-3:2012 |
| Dimensions, mass and maneuvering space | Meets ISO 7176-5:2008 | Meets ISO 7176-5:2008 |
| Seating and wheel dimensions | Meets ISO 7176-7:1998 | Meets ISO 7176-7:1998 |
| Static, impact, and fatigue strengths | Meets ISO 7176-8:2014 | Meets ISO 7176-8:2014 |
| Information disclosure, documentation and<br>labeling | Meets ISO 7176-15:1996 | Meets ISO 7176-15:1996 |
| Resistance to ignition | Meets ISO 7176-16:2012 | Meets ISO 7176-16:2012 |
### Table 2 Performance comparison
### Table 3 Biocompatibility Comparison
| Item | Proposed device | Predicate device | Result |
|---------------|-------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------|--------|
| Cytotoxicity | Under the conditions of the study, not cytotoxicity effect. | Comply with ISO 10993-5 | Same |
| Irritation | Under the conditions of the study, not an irritant. | Comply with ISO 10993-10 | Same |
| Sensitization | Under the conditions of the study, not a sensitizer. | Comply with ISO 10993-10 | Same |
### Difference analysis:
The tests were performed following the general requirements outlined in ISO 7176-11:2012, ISO 7176-13:1989.
A brief discussion of the non-clinical testing data that was submitted, referenced or relied on to demonstrate that the Proposed Device is safe and effective, and whose performance meets the requirements of its user-defined acceptance criteria and intended uses:
Manual wheelchair is safe and effective, and its performances meet the requirements of the pre-defined acceptance criteria and intended use.
A brief discussion of the clinical submitted, reference, or relied on in the premarket notification for a determination of substantialequivalence.
According to the non-clinical test results, the proposed devices are as safe, as effective and perform as well as the predicate device. So the proposed device is Substantially Equivalent (SE) to the predicate device which is US legally market device.
## Animal Study
No clinical study is included in this submission.
## Clinical Study
No clinical study is included in this submission.
#### VIII. Conclusion
Based on the comparison of the proposed device of A011 is determined to be Substantially Equivalent (SE) to the predicate device of AST Model MA012 and MS019 Rehab Wheelchair, in respect of safety and effectiveness.
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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.