vatech A9 (Model : PHT-30CSS) is intended to produce panoramic, cone beam computed tomography, or cephalometric digital x-ray images. It provides diagnostic details of the dento-maxillofacial, sinus, and TMJ for adult and pediatric patients. The system also utilizes carpal images for orthodontic treatment. The device is to be operated by healthcare professionals.
Device Story
Vatech A9 is a 3-in-1 digital X-ray system (PANO, CEPH, CBCT) for dental radiography. It uses an X-ray generator and CMOS digital detector to capture 3D head/neck images. Operated by healthcare professionals in clinical settings, it processes raw X-ray data into diagnostic images using an iterative reconstruction algorithm. Output is viewed via EzDent-i (2D) or Ez3D-i (3D) software. Clinicians use these images to assess dento-maxillofacial, sinus, and TMJ anatomy, aiding in implant planning, oral surgery, and orthodontic treatment. The device provides high-resolution diagnostic visualization, enabling precise clinical decision-making and improved patient care planning.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Performance evaluated per IEC 61223-3-4 and IEC 61223-3-5 standards. Metrics included Contrast, Noise, CNR, and MTF. Dosimetry performance compared via Dose Area Product (DAP). Results demonstrated image quality equivalent or better than the predicate device. Software verification and validation conducted per FDA guidance.
Indicated for adult and pediatric patients requiring panoramic, cone beam computed tomography, or cephalometric digital X-ray imaging for diagnostic assessment of dento-maxillofacial, sinus, and TMJ structures, including carpal imaging for orthodontic treatment.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A computed tomography x-ray system is a diagnostic x-ray system intended to produce cross-sectional images of the body by computer reconstruction of x-ray transmission data from the same axial plane taken at different angles. This generic type of device may include signal analysis and display equipment, patient and equipment supports, component parts, and accessories.
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January 25, 2021
Vatech Co., Ltd. % Dave Kim Medical Device Regulatory Affairs Mtech Group 7707 Fannin St., Ste. 200-V111 HOUSTON TX 77054
Re: K203797
Trade/Device Name: vatech A9 (Model: PHT-30CSS) Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.1750 Regulation Name: Computed tomography x-ray system Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: OAS Dated: December 18, 2020 Received: December 28, 2020
Dear Dave Kim:
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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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K203797
Device Name vatech A9(Model : PHT-30CSS)
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
vatech A9 (PHT-30CSS) is intended to produce panoramic, cone beam computed tomography, or cephalometric digital xray images. It provides diagnostic details of the dento-maxillofacial, sinus, and TMJ for adult and pediatric patients. The system also utilizes carpal images for orthodontic treatment. The device is to be operated by healthcare professionals.
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# 510(k) Summary K203797
# 1. Special 510(k) Summary
This summary of 510(k) information is being submitted in accordance with requirements of 21 CFR Part 807.92.
## 2. Date 510K Summary prepared: January 11, 2021
# 3. Administrative Information
| Official Correspondent: | Dave Kim / Mtech Group<br>Address: 7707 Fannin St. Ste 200, V-111, Houston, TX 77054<br>Tel: +713-467-2607<br>Contact person: Mr. Dave Kim (davekim@mtech-inc.net) |
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| 510(k) Submitter: | VATECH Co., Ltd.<br>Address: 13, Samsung 1-ro 2-gil, Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do, 18449, Korea<br>Tel: +82-31-379-9492<br>Fax: +82-31-379-9400<br>Contact person: Daniel Kim / Manager (daniel.kim@vatech.co.kr) |
# 4. Device Information
| Type of 510(k) Submission: | Special |
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| Trade or Proprietary Name: | vatech A9(Model : PHT-30CSS) |
| Common or Usual Name: | System, X-ray, Computed tomography, Dental |
| Regulation Classification: | Computed tomography x-ray system(21 CFR 892.1750) |
| Product Code: | OAS |
| Class of Device: | Class II |
| Panel: | Radiology |
# 5. Predicate Device Information
| Manufacturer: | VATECH Co., Ltd. |
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| Trade or Proprietary Name: | Green16/Green18 (Model : PHT-65LHS) |
| Common or Usual Name: | System, X-ray, Computed tomography, Dental |
| Regulation Classification: | Computed tomography x-ray system(21 CFR 892.1750) |
| Product Code: | OAS |
| Class of Device: | Class II |
| Panel: | Radiology |
| 510(k) Number: | K170066 |
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# 6. Device Description
vatech A9 (Model : PHT-30CSS) is an advanced 3-in-1 digital X-ray imaging system that incorporates PANO, CEPH (Optional), and CBCT scan imaging capabilities into a single system.
vatech A9 (Model : PHT-30CSS), a digital radiography imaging system, is specially designed to take X-ray images of patients on the chair and assist dentists.
Designed explicitly for dental radiography, vatech A9 (Model : PHT-30CSS) is a complete digital X-ray system equipped with imaging viewers, an X-ray generator, and a dedicated SSXI detector.
The digital CBCT system is based on a CMOS digital X-ray detector. The CMOS CT detector is used to capture 3D radiographic images of the head, neck, oral surgery, implant, and orthodontic treatment.
The materials and safety characteristics of the subject device are similar to the predicate device (PHT-65LHS(K170066)) and the reference device (PCH-30CS(K170731)).
The subject device has the same modalities and identical indications for use compared to the predicate device. In addition, the subject device uses the same image reconstruction algorithm and has similar FOV and DAP performance in CBCT mode. The subject device and the reference device use the same pano and ceph detector. Both devices have similar DAP measurements.
# 7. Indication for use
vatech A9 (Model : PHT-30CSS) is intended to produce panoramic, cone beam computed tomography, or cephalometric digital x-ray images. It provides diagnostic details of the dento-maxillofacial, sinus, and TMJ for adult and pediatric patients. The system also utilizes carpal images for orthodontic treatment. The device is to be operated by healthcare professionals.
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## VATECH Co., Ltd.
## Premarket Notification 510(k)=
# 8. Substantial Equivalence Chart
| | Subject Device | Predicate Device | Reference Device |
|-----------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| | vatech A9 (Model : PHT-30CSS) | Green16/Green18 (Model : PHT-65LHS) | PaX-i Plus / PaX-i Insight<br>(Model : PCH-30CS) |
| Device Name | | | |
| Applicant Name | VATECH Co., Ltd. | VATECH Co., Ltd. | VATECH Co., Ltd. |
| 510(k) Number | N/A | K170066 | K170731 |
| Device Classification Name | X-Ray, Tomography, Computed, Dental | X-Ray, Tomography, Computed, Dental | System, X-Ray, Extra oral Source, Digital |
| Classification Product Code | OAS | OAS | MUH |
| Regulation Number | 21 CFR 892.1750 | 21 CFR 892.1750 | 21 CFR 872.1800 |
| Indications for Use | vatech A9 (Model : PHT-30CSS) is<br>intended to produce panoramic, cone<br>beam computed tomography, or<br>cephalometric digital x-ray images. It<br>provides diagnostic details of the dento-<br>maxillofacial, sinus, and TMJ for adult and<br>pediatric patients. The system also utilizes<br>carpal images for orthodontic treatment.<br>The device is to be operated by<br>healthcare professionals. | PHT-65LHS is intended to produce<br>panoramic, cephalometric or 3D digital x-<br>ray images. It provides diagnostic details<br>of the dento-maxillofacial, ENT, sinus and<br>TMJ for adult and pediatric patients. The<br>system also utilizes carpal images for<br>orthodontic treatment. The device is to<br>be operated by healthcare professionals. | PCH-30CS is intended to produce<br>panoramic or cephalometric digital x-ray<br>images. It provides diagnostic details of<br>the dento-maxillofacial, sinus and TMJ for<br>adult and pediatric patients. The system<br>also utilizes carpal images for orthodontic<br>treatment. The device is to be operated<br>by physicians, dentists, and x-ray<br>technicians. |
| Performance Specification | Panoramic, Cephalometric and computed<br>tomography | Panoramic, Cephalometric and computed<br>tomography | Panoramic, Cephalometric |
| Input Voltage | AC 100 - 240 V | AC 100 - 240 V | AC 100 - 240 V |
| X-Ray source | D-054SB | D-052SB | D-052SB |
| Tube Voltage | 60 - 99 kV | 60 - 99 kV | 60 - 99 kV |
| Tube Current | 4 - 10 mA (for 60 - 99 kV)<br>4- 12 mA (for 60 - 80 kV) | 4 - 16 mA | 4 - 10 mA |
| Focal Spot Size | 0.5 x 0.5 mm | 0.5 x 0.5 mm | 0.5 x 0.5 mm |
| Exposure Time | Max. 15.5 s | Max. 13.5 s | Max. 21 s |
| Slice Width | Min. 0.1 mm | Min. 0.1 mm | Min. 0.1 mm |
| Total Filtration | Min. 2.5 mm Al | Min. 2.5 mm Al | Min. 2.5 mm Al |
| Mechanical | Compact design | Compact design | Compact design |
| Electrical | LDCP logic circuit | LDCP logic circuit | LDCP logic circuit |
| Software | DICOM 3.0 Format compatible | DICOM 3.0 Format compatible | DICOM 3.0 Format compatible |
| 2D Image Viewing Program | EzDent-i (K202116) | EzDent-i (K202116) | EasyDent(Cleared under K122155)<br>EzDent-i (K202116) |
| 3D Image Viewing Program | Ez3D-i (K200178) | Ez3D-i (K200178) | - |
| Anatomical Sites | Maxillofacial | Maxillofacial | Maxillofacial |
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# VATECH Co., Ltd.
| | Premarket Notification 510(k) | | | Subject Device | | Predicate Device | Reference Device | | | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | |
| Image<br>Receptor | CT&PANO | | | Xmaru1404CF-PLUS | | Xmaru1515CF | Xmaru1404CF-PLUS (PANO) | | | |
| | | | | | | Xmaru1314CF | Xmaru1501CF-PLUS (PANO) | | | |
| | CEPH | Xmaru2602CF | | | Xmaru2602CF | | Xmaru2602CF | | | |
| Size of Imaging Volume | | Xmaru1404CF-PLUS | | Max. 80 x 80 mm | | Xmaru1515CF | Max. 180 x 100 mm | | | |
| | | | | | | Xmaru1314CF | Max. 160 x 90 mm | | | |
| Pixel<br>Resolution | CT&PANO | | Xmaru1404CF-<br>PLUS | 5 lp/mm -2x2 binning<br>(detector spec) | | Xmaru1515CF | 5 lp/mm -2x2<br>binning (detector<br>spec)<br>2.5 lp/mm -4x4<br>binning (system<br>spec) | Xmaru1501CF-PLUS | 5 lp/mm | |
| | CEPH | | | 5 lp/mm-Non binning (detector spec)<br>2.5 lp/mm -2x2 binning (system spec) | | | 5 lp/mm-Non binning (detector spec)<br>2.5 lp/mm -2x2 binning (system spec) | | 5 lp/mm-Non binning (detector spec)<br>2.5 lp/mm -2x2 binning (system spec) | |
| Pixel Size | CT&PANO | | Xmaru1404CF-<br>PLUS | 99 $ μ $ m -2X2 binning<br>(detector spec)<br>198 $ μ $ m - 4X4 binning<br>(system spec) | | Xmaru1515CF | 99 $ μ $ m -2X2 binning<br>(detector spec)<br>198 $ μ $ m - 4X4<br>binning (system<br>spec) | Xmaru1501CF-PLUS | 100 $ μ $ m | |
| | CEPH | | | 100 $ μ $ m- Non binning (detector spec)<br>200 $ μ $ m -2X2 binning (system spec) | | | 100 $ μ $ m- Non binning (detector spec)<br>200 $ μ $ m -2X2 binning (system spec) | | 100 $ μ $ m- Non binning (detector spec)<br>200 $ μ $ m -2X2 binning (system spec) | |
| Dimension<br>(Length x<br>Width x Height)<br>With Base | With CEPH | | | 1938.9 (L) x 1173.3 (W) x 1716.0 (H) (mm) | | | 1488.7 (L) x 1874.1 (W) x 2335.5 (H) (mm) | | 1910 (L) x 1200 (W) x 2300 (H) (mm) | |
| | Without CEPH | | | 983.3 (L) x 1173.3 (W) x 1716.0 (H) (mm) | | | 1488.7 (L) x1125 (W) x2335.5 (H) (mm) | | 990 (L) x 1200 (W) x 2300 (H) (mm) | |
| Weight<br>(With Base) | With CEPH | | | 130 kg (286.6 lbs.) | | | 187 kg (412.3 lbs.) | | 135 kg (297.6 lbs.) | |
| | Without CEPH | | | 156 kg (343.9 lbs.) | | | 212 kg (467.4 lbs.) | | 160 kg (352.7 lbs.) | |
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## 9. Performance Data
# - Summary of Performance Testing
The vatech A9 (Model : PHT-30CSS) digital X-ray system described in this 510(k) is similar to the predicate device in terms of indications for use, materials and safety characteristics.
The following information further substantial equivalence between the subject device and the predicate device : The fundamental technological characteristics of the subject and predicate device are similar. The imaging modes are identical; CBCT, PANO and CEPH (Optional). All viewing software programs have been cleared with previous 510k submissions; EzDent-i (K202116) and Ez3D-i (K200178).
The sponsor tested the subject device in a laboratory and provided a non-clinical performance report. The same test protocol was used to test the performance of the subject and the predicate device for comparison. The sponsor certifies that adequate design and development controls (according to 21 CFR 820.30) were in place for manufacturing the subject device.
For both devices, the differences are as follows.
- a. The subject device is equipped with the Xmaru1404CF-PLUS detector which has been cleared with previous 510k submissions, PCH-30CS (K170731).
- b. The specification for both D-054SB and D-052SB x-ray source (tube) is the same as confirmed by the maximum rating charts, emission & filament characteristics. The model name, D-054SB, is designated to indicate its NMPA approval according to the company's business strategic plan.
- ﻥ The physical appearance of the subject device is different in comparison with the predicate device. Both the height and the weight of the subject device have been reduced by about 600 mm and about 50 kg, respectively.
The acceptance test was performed according to the requirements of 21 CFR Part 1020.30. 1020.33 and IEC 61223-3-5, international performance standard for computed tomography X-ray system. Contrast, Noise, CNR, and MTF, the representative indicators for CT image quality were measured with CS(iterative) reconstruction algorithm for the new X-ray equipment. The results demonstrated that the general image quality of the subject device is equivalent or better than the predicate device.
In addition, the dosimetry performance of the subject device, reference device and the predicate device was compared in terms of DAP. The subject device's Panoramic mode uses the same detector and exposure area compared to the reference device, but there is a difference in FDD (Focal Spot to Detector Distance). The FDD of the reference device (PCH-30CS) is 490.3 mm whereas the FDD for PHT-30CSS is 584.6 mm. The dose decreases by about 25°30% as the FDD increases under the same exposure conditions. The mA setting for the subjective device was increased to be in line with the DAP of the predicate device in the Normal Panoramic mode.
The CEPH mode for the subject device and the predicate device has the same FDD(Focal Spot to Detector Distance), the same detector specifications, the same DAP measurement under the same X-ray exposure conditions (exposure time, tube voltage, tube current).
In CBCT mode, the direct comparison of the dosimetry performance for each mode available in the subject and predicate device is difficult due to different exposure conditions such as the FDD, exposure time. Considering these differences, the FOV 80x80mm of PHT-30CSS and the FOV 80 x 90 mm of PHT-65LHS have been compared. The FOV size of PHT-65LHS was transposed from FOV 80x90 mm to FOV 80x80 mm, the outcome result confirmed that the CBCT mode for both devices performed similarly.
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Moreover, PANO/CEPH/CBCT images from the subject and predicate device are evaluated in the Image Quality Evaluation Report. The results demonstrated that the general image quality of the subject device is equivalent or better than the predicate device.
# - Software Verification and Validation Testing
Software verification and validation were conducted and documented as recommended by FDA's Guidance for Industry and FDA Staff, "Guidance for the Content of Premarket Submissions for Software Contained in Medical Devices." The software for this device was considered as a "moderate" level of concern, since a failure or latent flaw in the software would not directly result in serious injury or death to the patient or operator.
vatech A9 (Model: PHT-30CSS) provides the following imaging viewer programs;
- -2D Image viewing program: EzDent-i(K202116)
- -3D Image viewing program: Ez3D-i(K200178)
# - Safety, EMC and Performance Data
Electrical, mechanical, environmental safety and performance testing according to standard IEC 60601-1:2005+AMD1:2012(Edition 3.1), IEC 60601-1-3:2008+AMD1:2013 (Edition 2.1), IEC 60601-2-63:2012+AMD1:2017 (Edition 1.1) were performed, and EMC testing were conducted in accordance with standard IEC 60601-1-2:2014 (Edition 4). The manufacturing facility is in conformance with the relevant EPRC standards as specified in 21 CFR 1020.30, 31, and 33 and the records are available for review. The vatech A9 (Model : PHT-30CSS) conforms to the provisions of NEMA PS 3.1-3.18, Digital Imaging and Communications in Medicine (DICOM) Set.
Non-clinical consideration report according to FDA Guidance "Guidance for the submissions of 510(k)'s for Solid State X-ray Imaging Devices" was provided. Bench testing according to FDA Guidance "Format for Traditional and Abbreviated 510(k)s, Performance Testing – Bench' were performed. Acceptance test and Image evaluation report according to IEC 61223-3-4 and IEC 61223-3-5 were also performed.
All test results were satisfactory.
# 10. Conclusions
Safety and effectiveness of the hardware modifications and additional software functions have been clarified through each verification. Each software function has already been incorporated in previous devices which obtained premarket clearance by FDA and widely used in the market. Additional performance testing has been conducted for the subject device and all testing outcomes met the acceptance performance criteria according to the international standard and U.S. code, and proved to be equivalent to the predicate device.
The subject device and the predicate device have similar indications for use and demonstrated similar technical characteristics. As demonstrated in the performance test, 1) Xmaru1404CF-PLUS was previously cleared by the reference device, PCH-30CS (K170731), 2) The specification of D-054SB tube has the same maximum rating charts, emission & filament characteristics as D-052SB of the predicate device. Furthermore, image quality of new X-ray detector and X-ray source has been evaluated in compliance with IEC 61223-3-4 and IEC 61223-3-5. Both standard requirements were satisfied.
Quality assurance procedures are adhered to, and the specifications and functional requirements have been verified.
In accordance with the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act, 21 CFR Part 807 and based on the information provided in this premarket notification, VATECH Co., Ltd. concludes that vatech A9(Model: PHT-30CSS) is
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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.