K210475 · Meta Systems Co., Ltd. · EKX · Sep 21, 2022 · Dental
Device Facts
Record ID
K210475
Device Name
EQ-M
Applicant
Meta Systems Co., Ltd.
Product Code
EKX · Dental
Decision Date
Sep 21, 2022
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 872.4200
Device Class
Class 1
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The EQ-M motorized handpiece can be used to enlarge and prepare root canals, remove gutta-percha points. When connected to Apex locator (EQ-PEX), the EQ-M can be used to measure the length of root canals.
Device Story
EQ-M is a battery-powered dental micro-motor handpiece; used for root canal enlargement and gutta-percha removal. Rotational power is generated by a micro-motor and transmitted via bevel gear and shaft to a dental file. When connected to the EQ-PEX Apex Locator, the device tracks file tip position within the root canal using impedance measurements at two frequencies. The system displays canal length data as numbers and graphs on a screen. Used in dental clinics by practitioners; provides real-time feedback via visual display and audible alarms when the file approaches the apex. Benefits include precise canal preparation and monitoring of file depth to prevent over-instrumentation.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Compliance with electrical safety (IEC 60601-1), electromagnetic compatibility (IEC 60601-1-2), biocompatibility (ISO 10993), and performance standards (ISO 14457, IEC 80601-2-60) was demonstrated. No clinical data provided.
Technological Characteristics
Battery-powered (Li-ion 3.7V) micro-motor handpiece. Materials conform to ISO 10993. Features include contra-angle head, bevel gear transmission, and impedance-based apex location. Connectivity via probe cord to EQ-PEX. Standards: IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, IEC 62304, ISO 14971, ISO 10993, ISO 14457, IEC 80601-2-60.
Indications for Use
Indicated for dental patients requiring root canal enlargement, preparation, gutta-percha removal, and root canal length measurement when used with the EQ-PEX Apex locator.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A dental handpiece and accessories is an AC-powered, water-powered, air-powered, or belt-driven, hand-held device that may include a foot controller for regulation of speed and direction of rotation or a contra-angle attachment for difficult to reach areas intended to prepare dental cavities for restorations, such as fillings, and for cleaning teeth.
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September 21, 2022
Meta Systems Co., Ltd % Yang Ho Dong Manager Onbix Corporation #821 Samil Plaza, 14 Dogok-ro 1-gil, Gangnam-gu Seoul, 06253 SOUTH KOREA
Re: K210475
Trade/Device Name: EQ-M Regulation Number: 21 CFR 872.4200 Regulation Name: Dental Handpiece And Accessories Regulatory Class: Class I, reserved Product Code: EKX, LQY Dated: August 16, 2022 Received: August 23, 2022
Dear Yang Ho Dong:
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.
Michael E. Adjodha, M.ChE. Assistant Director DHT1B: Division of Dental and ENT Devices OHT1: Office of Ophthalmic, Anesthesia, Respiratory, ENT and Dental Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Ouality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K210475
Device Name EQ-M
Indications for Use (Describe)
The EQ-M motorized handpiece can be used to enlarge and prepare root canals, remove gutta-percha points. When connected to Apex locator (EQ-PEX), the EQ-M can be used to measure the length of root canals.
X Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
| Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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# 510(k) SUMMARY K210475
This 510(k) summary is being submitted in accordance with the requirements of 21 CFR ઠુક્ષ્ઠ07.92.
| Submitter Information: | Meta Systems Co., Ltd<br>#1214-18, Sicox tower 12F, 484, Dunchon-daero,<br>Jungwon-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do, 13229, Korea<br>Tel. +82-31-731-7377 |
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| Contact Person: | Ho Dong, Yang<br>Onbix Corporation<br>#821 Samil Plaza, 14 Dogokro 1-gil<br>Gangnam-gu, Seoul, Korea (06253)<br>Tel: *82-2-566-3360 / Fax: *82-2-6280-3360<br>Email: onbix@naver.com |
| Date Summary Prepared: | Sep 16, 2022 |
| Device Information: | |
| Trade Name(s): | EQ-M |
| Common/Usual Name: | Dental Endo Motor |
| Classification Name: | handpiece, direct drive, ac-powered |
| Regulation Class: | Class 1 |
| Panel: | Dental |
| Regulation Number: | 872.4200 |
| Primary Product Code: | FKX |
#### Predicate Device Information:
Additional Product Code:
| | K number | Device name | Manufacturer |
|-----------------------------|----------|---------------|------------------------|
| Primary Predicate<br>Device | K112665 | Tri Auto mini | J. MORITA MFG.<br>CORP |
| Reference Device | K170275 | Tri Auto ZX2 | J. MORITA MFG.<br>CORP |
LQY
#### Device Description:
EQ-M is micro motor needed to make canal enlargement for root canal treatment. The battery in the motor handpiece is used as a power source and the rotational power generated by rotating the micro motor is transmitted to the crown gear of the angle head through the bevel gear and shaft. The resulting rotational power is transmitted to the file to rotate the file. When connected to Apex Locator (EQ-PEX), the EQ-M indicates the position of the file tip inside the root canal.
The EQ-PEX is Electronic Apex Locator and accessories to be used to treat patients. It consists of the main body and lip hook, probe cord. The device is used to track the position of the file in the root canal based on the impedance of two different frequencies.
The screen displays measurement information of the root canal length at the current location of the file and displays a number and graph. Stainless steel hand files are intended to be used with the subject device. Lip hook is intended to be placed on the opposite lip of the tooth to be worked on. The file is slowly inserted into the root canal. When the file approaches the apex reference value and alarm will beep and the text apex will appear on the measurement screen.
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#### Indications for Use:
The EQ-M motorized handpiece can be used to enlarge and prepare root canals, remove guttapercha points. When connected to Apex locator (EQ-PEX), the EQ-M can be used to measure the length of root canals.
# Comparison to Predicate Device(s):
This device is equivalent to the predicate devices in its intended use and technological characteristics, including:
- * indications for use
- * technological characteristics
- * performance properties
# Summary of the technological characteristics compared to the predicate device
Subject device is substantially equivalent to the predicate device in its technological characteristics stated in the comparison table as attached.
#### Comparison of Technical characteristics
| Features | Subject Device | Primary<br>Predicate Device | Reference Device | Comparison | |
|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------|--|
| Product name | EQ-M | Tri Auto mini | Tri Auto ZX2 | - | |
| 510(k) number | - | K112665 | K170275 | - | |
| Applicant | Meta Systems Co.,<br>Ltd. | J. MORITA MFG.<br>CORP. | J. MORITA MFG.<br>CORP. | - | |
| Primary<br>Product Code | EKX | EKX | EKX | Same. | |
| Additional<br>Product Code | LQY | - | LQY | Same | |
| Components | Handpiece, Contra<br>angle, Battery,<br>Battery charger,<br>Power Cord,<br>AC/DC Adapter | Handpiece, Contra<br>angle, Battery,<br>Battery charger,<br>Power Supply Cord | Handpiece, Contra<br>angle, Battery<br>Charger, AC<br>Adapter, Contrary<br>Electrode, File<br>Holder, Probe Cord | Same | |
| Operation with<br>Apex Locator | 1. Connect Contra<br>angle<br>2. File installation<br>3. Connect the<br>handpiece to the<br>Apex Locator with a<br>Transmission cable<br>(probe cord).<br>4. The<br>measurement bar<br>shows the location<br>of the file tip.<br>5. Hook the<br>Contrary Electrode<br>(Lip hook) in the<br>corner of the<br>patient's mouth.<br>6. Operate the<br>handpiece.<br>7. If the file tip goes<br>past the Flash bar, | 1. Connect Contra<br>angle<br>2. File installation<br>3. Connect the<br>handpiece to the<br>Apex Locator with a<br>Transmission<br>cable.<br>4. The<br>measurement bar<br>shows the location<br>of the file tip.<br>5. Hook the<br>Contrary Electrode<br>in the corner of the<br>patient's mouth.<br>6. Operate the<br>handpiece.<br>7. If the file tip goes<br>past the Flash bar,<br>an alarm will sound | 1. Connect Contra<br>angle<br>2. File installation<br>3. Connect the<br>probe cord to the<br>motor handpiece.<br>4. Connect the file<br>holder and the lip<br>hook to the probe<br>cord respectively.<br>5. The<br>measurement bar<br>shows the location<br>of the file tip.<br>6. Hook the<br>Contrary Electrode<br>in the corner of the<br>patient's mouth.<br>7. Operate the<br>handpiece.<br>8. If the file tip goes | Same | |
| | an alarm will sound<br>and the backlight<br>will blink on an off. | and the backlight<br>will blink on an off. | past the Flash bar,<br>an alarm will sound<br>and the backlight<br>will blink on an off. | | |
| Comparison<br>Statement | The EQ-M<br>motorized<br>handpiece can be<br>used to enlarge<br>and prepare root<br>canals, remove<br>gutta-percha<br>points.<br>When connected to<br>Apex locator, the<br>EQ-M can be used<br>to measure the<br>length of root<br>canals. | The Tri Auto mini<br>motorized<br>handpiece can be<br>used to enlarge<br>and prepare root<br>canals, remove<br>gutta-percha<br>points, and for<br>professional tooth<br>cleaning. When<br>connected to Apex<br>locator, the Tri Auto<br>mini can be used to<br>measure the length<br>of root canals. | The Tri Auto ZX2<br>device is a cordless<br>endodontic<br>treatment<br>motorized<br>handpiece with root<br>canal measurement<br>capability. It can be<br>used to enlarge<br>canals while<br>monitoring the<br>position of the file<br>tip inside the canal.<br>It can be used as a<br>low-speed<br>motorized<br>handpiece and<br>device for<br>measuring canal<br>length. | Same | |
| Principle of<br>operation | The battery in the<br>motor handpiece is<br>used as a power<br>source and the<br>rotational power<br>generated by<br>rotating the micro<br>motor is transmitted<br>to the crown gear<br>of the angle head<br>through the bevel<br>gear and shaft. The<br>resulting rotational<br>power is<br>transmitted to the<br>file (tip) to rotate<br>the file (tip). When<br>connected to Apex<br>Locator (EQ-PEX),<br>the EQ-M indicates<br>the position of the<br>file tip inside the<br>root canal. | The Tri Auto mini is<br>a Battery- driven<br>handpiece with a<br>motor, equipped<br>with the chuck for<br>holding rotary<br>instrument such as<br>a dental file and a<br>reamer. Tri Auto<br>mini can be used<br>for enlargement<br>and preparation of<br>root canals. When<br>connected to Apex<br>Locator, the Tri<br>Auto mini indicates<br>the position of the<br>file tip inside the<br>root canal. | Electrical motor<br>drives the rotating<br>of file equipped on<br>the rotating to<br>accomplish its<br>indication for use.<br>And the software<br>control the<br>parameter and<br>method of rotating. | Same | |
| Intended use | - Canal<br>enlargement<br>- Root canal length<br>measurement<br>(When connected<br>to Apex Locator) | - Canal<br>enlargement<br>- Root canal length<br>measurement<br>(When connected<br>to Apex Locator) | - Canal<br>enlargement<br>- Root canal length<br>measurement | Same | |
| Indication for<br>use | The EQ-M<br>motorized | The Tri Auto mini<br>motorized | The Tri Auto ZX2<br>device is a cordless | Same | |
| handpiece can be<br>used to enlarge<br>and prepare root<br>canals,<br>remove gutta-<br>percha points.<br>When connected to<br>Apex locator (EQ-<br>PEX), the EQ-M<br>can<br>be used to<br>measure the length<br>of root canals. | handpiece can be<br>used to enlarge<br>and prepare root<br>canals, remove<br>gutta-percha<br>points, and for<br>professional tooth<br>cleaning. When<br>connected to Apex<br>locator, the Tri Auto<br>mini can be used to<br>measure the length<br>of root canals. | endodontic<br>treatment<br>motorized<br>handpiece with root<br>canal measurement<br>capability. It can be<br>used to enlarge<br>canals while<br>monitoring the<br>position of the file<br>tip inside the canal.<br>It can be used as a<br>low-speed<br>motorized<br>handpiece and<br>device for<br>measuring canal<br>length. | | | |
| Device<br>Description | EQ-M is micro<br>motor needed to<br>make canal<br>enlargement for<br>root canal<br>treatment. The<br>battery in the motor<br>handpiece is used<br>as a power source<br>and the rotational<br>power generated<br>by rotating the<br>micro motor is<br>transmitted to the<br>crown gear of the<br>angle head through<br>the bevel gear and<br>shaft. The resulting<br>rotational power is<br>transmitted to the<br>file to rotate the file.<br>When connected to<br>Apex Locator (EQ-<br>PEX), the EQ-M<br>indicates the<br>position of the file<br>tip inside the root<br>canal.<br>The EQ-PEX is<br>Electronic Apex<br>Locator and<br>accessories to be<br>used to treat<br>patients. It consists<br>of the main body<br>and lip hook, probe | The Tri Auto mini is<br>a battery- driven<br>handpiece with a<br>motor, equipped<br>with the chuck for<br>holding rotary<br>instrument such as<br>a dental file and a<br>reamer. Tri Auto<br>mini can be used<br>for enlargement<br>and preparation of<br>root canals. When<br>connected to Apex<br>Locator (Which is<br>not included in this<br>application), the Tri<br>Auto mini indicates<br>the position of the<br>file tip inside the<br>root canal. | The Tri Auto ZX2 is<br>a battery-driven<br>handpiece with a<br>motor, equipped<br>with a<br>chuck for holding<br>rotary instruments<br>such as a dental<br>file and reamer.<br>The<br>Tri Auto ZX2 can<br>be used for cutting<br>and grinding teeth<br>by transferring<br>rotary<br>movement to a<br>rotary instrument<br>attached to the<br>head. Cutting and<br>grinding of<br>teeth can be done<br>depending on the<br>situation by<br>switching<br>(reversing) the<br>rotation<br>direction. Rotation<br>speed is<br>accelerated or<br>decelerated<br>according to the<br>user's<br>preference, rotation<br>control based on<br>torque detection, or<br>set timing. These<br>controls enable the | Same | |
| | cord. The device is<br>used to track the<br>position of the file<br>in the root canal<br>based on the<br>impedance of two<br>different<br>frequencies.<br>The screen<br>displays<br>measurement<br>information of the<br>root canal length at<br>the current location<br>of the file and<br>displays a number<br>and graph.<br>Stainless steel<br>hand files are<br>intended to be used<br>with the subject<br>device. Lip hook is<br>intended to be<br>placed on the<br>opposite lip of the<br>tooth to be worked<br>on. The file is<br>slowly inserted into<br>the root canal.<br>When the file<br>approaches the<br>apex reference<br>value an alarm will<br>beep and the text<br>apex will appear on<br>the measurement<br>screen. | | cutting, grinding,<br>enlargement, and<br>preparation of root<br>canals.<br>Moreover, the Tri<br>Auto ZX2 can be<br>used for the<br>removal of<br>extraneous<br>materials<br>such as gutta-<br>percha points, and<br>for professional<br>mechanical tooth<br>cleaning.<br>In addition, the Tri<br>Auto ZX2 can be<br>used as an apex<br>locator, and the<br>measured<br>value can be used<br>for rotation control. | | |
| Usage | Prescription Use | Prescription Use | Prescription Use | Same | |
| | | Technical Specification | | | |
| Energy used<br>and/or<br>delivered | Li-ion battery<br>(DC 3.7V) | Li-ion battery<br>(DC 3.7V) | Li-ion battery<br>(DC 3.7V) | Same | |
| Exterior<br>Design | 28 mm x 27.2 mm x<br>154.4mm<br>Charger: 80 mm x<br>83 mm x 89.5 mm | 18 mm x 18 mm x<br>165 mm<br>Charger: 85 mm x<br>108 mm x 68 mm | 30 mm x 30mm x<br>200 mm<br>Charger: 85 mm x<br>85mm x 75 mm | Different (1) | |
| Performance 1<br>- canal<br>enlargement | 100-1,000rpm,<br>4Ncm | 50-1,000rpm,<br>4Ncm | 100-1,000rpm,<br>4Ncm | Same | |
| Performance 2<br>- apex locator | Accuracy of the<br>root apex locator<br>function: -0.5mm to<br>+0.5mm from Apex<br>position | - | Accuracy of the<br>root apex<br>locator function : -<br>1.5mm to<br>+0.5mm for Apex<br>position. | Different (2) | |
| Setting Mode | EAL: When the<br>Apex Locator and<br>EQ-M are<br>connected properly.<br>CW: The motor<br>rotates clockwise.<br>CCW: The motor<br>rotates<br>counterclockwise.<br>RCP: The motor<br>alternates between<br>clockwise and<br>counterclockwise<br>rotation.<br>ART: The motor<br>rotates clockwise<br>while changing its<br>speed. | Linked function:<br>These functions are<br>available only when<br>connected to the<br>Electronic Apex<br>Locator.<br>Fwd: The motor<br>rotates clockwise.<br>Rev: The motor<br>rotates<br>counterclockwise.<br>Torque Reverse:<br>nine torque reverse<br>settings<br>Auto controls: Auto<br>torque Reverse/<br>Auto torque<br>slowdown | EMR Mode: This<br>mode is for canal<br>measurement.<br>CW Mode: The<br>motor rotates<br>clockwise.<br>OGP Mode:<br>Optimum Glide<br>Path function is<br>used for canal<br>negotiation and<br>making the glide<br>path. | Different (3) | |
| Display setting | 1.<br>Memory number<br>2. EQ-M and Apex<br>Locator connection<br>3. Battery Power<br>4. Motor operation<br>information<br>1) CW: Rotation<br>Direction<br>2) RPM: Motor<br>Speed<br>3) Ncm: Torque<br>4) STP: The motor<br>stops when it<br>reaches the set<br>torque limit. | 1.<br>Memory number<br>2. Rotation<br>Direction<br>3. Battery Power<br>4. Speed Setting<br>5. Torque Reverse<br>Setting | 1. Memory Number<br>2. Battery Power<br>3. Operation Mode<br>4. Speed Setting<br>5. Torque Limit<br>Setting | Same. | |
| Spray nozzle | Spray nozzle | - | Spray nozzle | Same | |
| Sterility | Contra angle<br>(Lip hook are not<br>attached) | Contra angle<br>(File holder and<br>Contrary electrode<br>are not attached) | File holder,<br>contrary electrode,<br>and contra angle<br>are autoclavable. | Same | |
| Applied Standards | | | | | |
| Standards met | IEC 60601-1<br>IEC 60601-1-2<br>IEC 60601-1-6<br>IEC 62304<br>ISO 14971<br>ISO 10993-1<br>ISO 10993-5<br>ISO 10993-10<br>ISO 17665-1<br>ISO 17665-2 | IEC 60601-1<br>IEC 60601-1-2<br>IEC 60601-1-4<br>IEC 60601-1-6<br>ISO 14971<br>ISO 10993-1<br>ISO 10993-5<br>ISO 10993-12<br>ISO 17664 | IEC 60601-1<br>IEC 60601-1-2<br>IEC 60601-1-6<br>IEC 62304<br>IEC 62366<br>ISO 14971<br>ISO 10993-1<br>ISO 10993-5<br>ISO 10993-12<br>ISO 15223-1 | Different (4) | |
| | ISO 11737-1<br>IEC 62366-1<br>IEC 62133-2<br>IEC 80601-2-60<br>ISO 14457<br>ISO 1797-1<br>ISO 7405<br>ISO 15223-1 | | ISO 17664 | | |
| Materials | Materials<br>conform to ISO<br>10993. | Materials<br>conform to ISO<br>10993. | Materials<br>conform to ISO<br>10993. | Same | |
| Compatibility<br>with<br>environment<br>and other<br>devices. | Conform to IEC<br>60601-1-2 | Conform to IEC<br>60601-1-2 | Conform to IEC<br>60601-1-2 | Same | |
| Electrical<br>Safety | Conform to IEC<br>60601-1 | Conform to IEC<br>60601-1 | Conform to IEC<br>60601-1…
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Scroll right in the results table. The intended use is extracted for you — no need to open the PDF. The device story gives a high-level snapshot of what the device does and how it's used. The AI Performance sub-table shows each output name, acceptance criteria, observed values, and development/test dataset descriptions — the same format Innolitics uses for regulatory strategy outputs, and the fastest high-level fingerprint of an AI device. It is AI-generated but has been very reliable in practice.
Where do you find a device's intended use without opening the PDF?
Scroll right in the search results table. The intended use column is extracted for you; no need to dig into the 510(k) summary PDF.
What does the AI Performance sub-table show, and why is it useful?
Output name, acceptance criteria, observed values, development dataset description, and test dataset description. It's the same format we use for regulatory strategy output and Fast 510(k) input, and the fastest high-level fingerprint of an AI device. AI-generated but reliable in practice.
3. Judging fuzzy relevance
Fuzzy results trail off in relevance as you scroll. Use three signals to decide how far down to go: the fuzzy badge explanations, the intended use column, and whether your target output (e.g., Cobb angle) still appears in the AI Performance sub-table. Once it stops appearing, you're past the relevant zone. A top hit with a low score (~0.4) and a stretched explanation is a hint the closest predicates are far away — the project may be headed for De Novo. Note the fuzzy search is a pattern match: it doesn't handle negation ("not") well, and hardware devices can appear — filter by SaMD/AI ML to cut them.
How do you judge how far down fuzzy search results to go?
Use the relevancy signals: the fuzzy badge explanations, the intended use column, and whether the target output (e.g., Cobb angle) still appears in the AI Performance sub-table. Once it stops appearing, results are trailing off in relevancy.
4. Device detail page: chat and citations
Click a device name to open its detail page: device facts on the left, a chat window on the right. Ask something like "Describe the training data". The answer carries little citation bubbles — click one to jump to the highlighted passage in the source PDF, so you can verify every AI answer against the document. There's also a Download PDF button for sharing.
How do you verify an AI chat answer on the device detail page?
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.