Microlife Non-Contact Infrared Forehead Thermometer, Model FR1MF1-B (NC150 BT)
K211776 · Microlife Intellectual Property GmbH · FLL · Mar 1, 2022 · General Hospital
Device Facts
Record ID
K211776
Device Name
Microlife Non-Contact Infrared Forehead Thermometer, Model FR1MF1-B (NC150 BT)
Applicant
Microlife Intellectual Property GmbH
Product Code
FLL · General Hospital
Decision Date
Mar 1, 2022
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 880.2910
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Pediatric
Indications for Use
The Microlife Non-Contact Infrared Forehead Thermometer, Model FR1MF1-B (NC150 BT) is intended for the intermittent measurement and monitoring of human body temperature. The device is indicated for use by people of all ages in the home. The device can be used in connection with a smart phone running the «Microlife Connected Health +» APP. The memory data can be transferred to the smart phone via Bluetooth.
Device Story
Non-contact infrared thermometer measures infrared energy radiated from forehead or objects using thermopile sensor and thermistor. Device converts infrared energy into temperature values via internal microcontroller. Operated by patient/user in home setting; requires manual alignment within 5 cm of forehead. Features include LCD display, 30-set memory, and Bluetooth connectivity for data transfer to 'Microlife Connected Health +' smartphone app. Bluetooth module functions as medical device data system (MDDS) only; does not control device parameters or alarms. Provides visual (backlight) and audible (beeps) alerts for high temperatures. Benefits include non-invasive, rapid temperature monitoring.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Substantial equivalence supported by bench testing and technical comparison to predicate. Compliance with ISO 80601-2-56 and ASTM E1965-98 established via identical measurement algorithm and sensor hardware as the predicate device.
Technological Characteristics
Infrared thermometer using thermopile sensor (TPS336) and thermistor. Powered by 2x 1.5V AAA alkaline batteries. Housing/buttons made of ABS plastic. Connectivity via Bluetooth 4.0. Dimensions: 141.1 x 43.3 x 36.9 mm. Standards: AAMI/ANSI ES60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, ISO 80601-2-56, ISO 10993-1/5/10/12.
Indications for Use
Indicated for intermittent measurement and monitoring of human body temperature for people of all ages in the home environment.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A clinical electronic thermometer is a device used to measure the body temperature of a patient by means of a transducer coupled with an electronic signal amplification, conditioning, and display unit. The transducer may be in a detachable probe with or without a disposable cover.
Special Controls
(1) Device is not a clinical thermometer with telethermographic functions;
(2) Device is not a clinical thermometer with continuous temperature measurement functions; and
(3) Appropriate analysis and testing (such as that outlined in the currently FDA-recognized editions, as appropriate, of ISO 80601-2-56, “Medical electrical equipment—Part 2-56: Particular requirements for basic safety and essential performance of clinical thermometers for body temperature measurement,” or ASTM E1965, “Standard Specification for Infrared Thermometers for Intermittent Determination of Patient Temperature,” or ASTM E1112, “Standard Specification for Electronic Thermometer for Intermittent Determination of Patient Temperature,” or ASTM E1104, “Standard Specification for Clinical Thermometer Probe Covers and Sheaths”) must validate specifications and performance of the device.
Predicate Devices
Microlife Non-Contact Infrared Forehead Thermometer, Model FR1DG1 (NC200) (K191829)
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March 1, 2022
Microlife Intellectual Property GmbH % Vaibhav Rajal Official Correspondent for Microlife Intellectual Property GmbH mdi Consultants, Inc. 55 Northern Blvd.. Suite 200 Great Neck, New York 11021
Re: K211776
Trade/Device Name: Microlife Non-Contact Infrared Forehead Thermometer, Model FR1MF1-B (NC150 BT) Regulation Number: 21 CFR 880.2910 Regulation Name: Clinical Electronic Thermometer Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: FLL Dated: January 27, 2022 Received: January 28, 2022
Dear Vaibhav Rajal:
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.
If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 898. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register.
Please be advised that FDA's issuance of a substantial equivalence determination does not mean that FDA has made a determination that your device complies with other requirements of the Act or any Federal
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statutes and regulations administered by other Federal agencies. You must comply with all the Act's requirements, including, but not limited to: registration and listing (21 CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Part 801); medical device reporting of medical device-related adverse events) (21 CFR 803) for devices or postmarketing safety reporting (21 CFR 4, Subpart B) for combination products (see https://www.fda.gov/combination-products/guidance-regulatory-information/postmarketing-safety-reportingcombination-products); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820) for devices or current good manufacturing practices (21 CFR 4, Subpart A) for combination products; and, if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050.
Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR Part 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to https://www.fda.gov/medical-device-safety/medical-device-reportingmdr-how-report-medical-device-problems.
For comprehensive regulatory information about medical devices and radiation-emitting products, including information about labeling regulations, please see Device Advice (https://www.fda.gov/medicaldevices/device-advice-comprehensive-regulatory-assistance) and CDRH Learn (https://www.fda.gov/training-and-continuing-education/cdrh-learn). Additionally, you may contact the Division of Industry and Consumer Education (DICE) to ask a question about a specific regulatory topic. See the DICE website (https://www.fda.gov/medical-device-advice-comprehensive-regulatoryassistance/contact-us-division-industry-and-consumer-education-dice) for more information or contact DICE by email (DICE@fda.hhs.gov) or phone (1-800-638-2041 or 301-796-7100).
Sincerely,
Gang Peng for Payal Patel Assistant Director DHT3C: Division of Drug Delivery and General Hospital Devices, and Human Factors OHT3: Office of GastroRenal, ObGyn, General Hospital and Urology 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) K211484
Device Name
Disposable Sterile Syringe with Safety Needle; Disposable Sterile Syringe with Needle; Disposable Sterile Syringe; Disposable Safety Needles
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
Disposable Sterile Syringe with Safety Needle
The disposable sterile syringe with safety needle is intended for use in the aspiration of fluids for medical purpose. After withdrawal of the needle from the body, the attached needle safety shield can be manually activated to cover the needle immediately after use to minimize risk of accidental needle sticks.
Disposable Sterile Syringe with Needle
The disposable sterile syringe with needle is intended for use the aspiration of fluids for medical purpose. Disposable Sterile Syringe
The disposable sterile syringe is a sterile luer lock or luer slip syringe which is intended to be used with a hypodermic needle for the aspiration and injection of fluids for medical purpose.
Disposable Safety Needles
The disposable safety needles are intended to be used with a luer slip or luer lock syringe for aspiration and injection of fluids for medical purpose. After withdrawal of the needle from the body, the attached needle safety shield can be manually activated to cover the needle immediately after use to minimize risk of accidental needlestick.
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#### 510(k) SUMMARY
## The assigned 510(k) number is: K211776
| Applicant's Name: | Microlife Intellectual Property GmbH, Switzerland<br>Espenstrasse 139<br>9443 Widnau / Switzerland |
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| Corresponding Official: | Mr. Gerhard Frick<br>Vice President of Technical and Service<br>Microlife Intellectual Property GmbH, Switzerland |
| Telephone Number: | +41 79 216 0070 |
| E-Mail: | gerhard.frick@microlife.ch |
| Preparation Date: | Jan 13, 2022 |
| Trade Name: | Microlife Non-Contact Infrared Forehead Thermometer,<br>Model FR1MF1-B (NC150 BT) |
| Common or Usual Name: | Clinical Electronic Thermometer |
| Regulation Name:<br>Regulation Number:<br>Product Code:<br>Regulatory Class:<br>Primary Predicate<br>Device: | Clinical Electronic Thermometer<br>21 CFR 880.2910<br>FLL<br>Class II<br>K191829, Microlife Non-Contact Infrared Forehead<br>Thermometer, Model FR1DG1 (NC200) |
#### Device Description and Mode of Operation
The Microlife Non-Contact Infrared Forehead Thermometer, Model FR1MF1-B (NC150 BT) is an electronic thermometer using an infrared sensor, which is composed of thermistor and thermopile, to measures infrared energy radiated from the forehead as well as objects. This energy is collected through the lens and converted to a temperature value. The thermistor measures the ambient temperature of the sensor by changing the resistance. The function of thermopile is to measure the voltage difference between the temperature corresponding to the infrared radiation induction and the temperature difference measured by thermistor. Based on the voltage difference, difference temperature can be calculated, and the target temperature can be obtained by adding thermistor's temperature.
The Microlife Non-Contact Infrared forehead thermometer, Model FR1MF1-B (NC150 BT), consists of the following parts:
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- a) Thermopile Sensor
- b) Microcontroller Unit
- c) LCD and Backlight
- d) 4 buttons ("START" button, "ON/OFF" button, "M" button, "MODE" button)
- e) Alkaline batteries; size AAA, 2 x 1.5 V
- f) Lens
- g) Bluetooth module
The Model FR1MF1-B (NC150 BT) has the same intended use, temperature measurement fundamental algorithm, as the predicate device 510(k) K191829 Microlife Non-Contact Infrared Forehead Thermometer, Model FR1DG1 (NC200) , even though a Bluetooth function is added. The modified device FR1MF1-B (NC150 BT) and predicate device FR1DG1 (NC200) are using an infrared sensor (thermopile) to measure infrared energy radiated from the forehead as well as objects.
## Indications for Use:
The Microlife Non-Contact Infrared Forehead Thermometer, Model FR1MF1-B (NC150 BT) is intended for the intermittent measurement and monitoring of human body temperature. The device is indicated for use by people of all ages in the home.
The device can be used in connection with a smart phone running the «Microlife Connected Health +» APP. The memory data can be transferred to the smart phone via Bluetooth.
## Substantial Equivalence Discussion:
Both devices use infrared technology to measure and monitor the body temperature by the site of Forehead.
Microlife Non-Contact Infrared Forehead Thermometer FR1MF1-B (NC150 BT) has been compared to the Microlife Non-Contact Infrared Forehead Thermometer FR1DG1 (NC200) (510(k) K#191829) as a predicate device for substantial equivalence. A table comparing the two devices is provided as follows:
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| Item | 1. Subject Device<br>Microlife Non-Contact<br>Infrared Forehead<br>Thermometer FR1MF1-B<br>(NC150 BT) K211776 | 2. Predicate Device<br>Microlife Non-Contact Infrared<br>Forehead Thermometer<br>FR1DG1(NC200) K191829 | Similar or<br>Different<br>1 vs 2 |
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| Indications for<br>use | The Microlife Non-Contact<br>Infrared Forehead<br>Thermometer, Model<br>FR1MF1-B(NC150 BT) is<br>intended for the intermittent<br>measurement and monitoring<br>of human body temperature.<br>The device is indicated for<br>use by people of all ages in<br>the home.<br>The device can be used in<br>connection with a smart<br>phone running the «Microlife<br>Connected Health +»APP. The<br>memory data can be<br>transferred to the smart phone<br>via Bluetooth. | The Microlife Non-Contact<br>Infrared Forehead<br>Thermometer, Model FR1DG1<br>(NC200) is intended for the<br>intermittent measurement and<br>monitoring of human body<br>temperature. The device is<br>indicated for use by people of<br>all ages in the home. | Different<br>see below (1) |
| Thermometer<br>type | Infrared thermometer<br>Non-Contact | Infrared thermometer<br>Non-Contact | √ |
| Device<br>Measurement<br>Technology | Infrared | Infrared | √ |
| Temperature<br>Measurement<br>distance | Appropriate within 5 cm | Appropriate within 5 cm | √ |
| Operating Mode | Adjusted mode | Adjusted mode | √ |
| Measuring<br>location(human) | Forehead | Forehead | √ |
| Appearance (ID<br>design) | Image: thermometer | Image: thermometer | Different<br>see below (2) |
| Physical<br>Dimension | 141.1 x 43.3 x 36.9 mm | 156.7 x 43 x 47 mm | Different<br>see below (2) |
| Weight | 90 g (with batteries), 67 g (w/o<br>batteries ) | 91.5 g (with batteries), 68.5 g<br>(w/o batteries) | Different<br>see below (2) |
| | 1. Subject Device<br>Microlife Non-Contact<br>Infrared Forehead<br>Thermometer FR1MF1-B<br>(NC150 BT) K211776 | 2. Predicate Device<br>Microlife Non-Contact<br>Infrared Forehead<br>Thermometer<br>FR1DG1(NC200) K191829 | Similar or<br>Different<br>1 vs 2 |
| Item | | | |
| Power supply | 3.0V DC with 2 AAA batteries | 3.0V DC with 2 AAA batteries | √ |
| Display<br>resolution | 0.1°C or 0.1°F | 0.1°C or 0.1°F | √ |
| Measuring<br>range | 34.0-43 °C / 93.2-109.4 °F | 34.0-43 °C / 93.2-109.4 °F | √ |
| Accuracy<br>(Body mode/<br>laboratory ) | ±0.2 °C: 35.0 ~ 42.0 °C<br>±0.3 °C: 34.0 ~ 34.9 °C,<br>42.1 ~ 43.0 °C<br><br>±0.4 °F: 95.0 ~ 107.6 °F<br>±0.5 °F: 93.2 ~94.8 °F,<br>107.8~109.4 °F | ±0.2 °C: 35.0 ~ 42.0 °C<br>±0.3 °C: 34.0 ~ 34.9 °C,<br>42.1 ~ 43.0 °C<br><br>±0.4 °F: 95.0 ~ 107.6 °F<br>±0.5 °F: 93.2 ~94.8 °F,<br>107.8~109.4 °F | √ |
| Operating<br>conditions | Body mode:<br>15~40°C (59°F~104°F),<br>15-95 % relative maximum<br>humidity | Body mode:<br>15~40°C (59°F~104°F),<br>15-95 % relative maximum<br>humidity | √ |
| Storage<br>conditions | -25 ~ 55 °C(-13°F ~131°F)<br>15-95 % relative maximum<br>humidity | -25 ~ 55 °C(-13°F ~131°F)<br>15-95 % relative maximum<br>humidity | √ |
| Object mode | Yes | Yes | √ |
| Reference<br>site | Oral | Oral | √ |
| Display type | LCD display | LCD display | √ |
| Date, time, and<br>beeper setting | Yes | Yes | √ |
| Memory | 30 sets memories | 30 sets memories | √ |
| Error display<br>user interface<br>(known as UI) | Display<br>Image: Err When system<br>has a malfunction | Display<br>Image: E-0 or E-6<br>When system has a<br>malfunction. | Different<br>see below (3) |
| Backlight | Green and red backlight<br>according to the measured<br>temperature | Green and red backlight<br>according to the measured<br>temperature | √ |
| Automatic<br>Switch-off | Approx. 1 minute after last<br>measurement has been<br>taken | Approx. 1 minute after last<br>measurement has been<br>taken | √ |
| Beeper<br>indication | Yes | Yes | √ |
| Item | 1. Subject Device<br>Microlife Non-Contact<br>Infrared Forehead<br>Thermometer FR1MF1-B<br>(NC150 BT) K211776 | 2. Predicate Device<br>Microlife Non-Contact<br>Infrared Forehead<br>Thermometer<br>FR1DG1(NC200) K191829 | Similar or<br>Different<br>1 vs 2 |
| High<br>temperature<br>alarm | 10 short beeps and a red<br>LCD backlight alert the<br>patient that he/she may have<br>a temperature equal to or<br>higher than 37.5 °C | 10 short beeps and a red<br>LCD backlight alert the<br>patient that he/she may have<br>a temperature equal to or<br>higher than 37.5 °C | √ |
| Auto<br>measurement | None. | The device can take a<br>measurement automatically<br>when the device detects the<br>distance is appropriate within<br>5 cm. | Different<br>see below(4) |
| Measuring<br>Algorithm | Measuring algorithm | Measuring algorithm | √ |
| Firmware<br>version | PH18.1 | PH15.0 | Different<br>see below(5) |
| Signal<br>processing | 24 bit analog-to digital<br>converter | 24 bit analog-to digital<br>converter | √ |
| Sensor type | Thermopile (TPS336) | Thermopile (TPS336) | √ |
| IC(Integrated<br>Circuitry) | Microprocessor | Microprocessor | √ |
| Bluetooth<br>Function | Yes. Using Bluetooth BT4.0<br>to connect with the smart<br>mobile devices running the<br>APP. | None | Different<br>see below(6) |
| Offset | With | With | √ |
| Materials | Button:ABS<br>Housing and battery cover:<br>ABS | Button: PMMA<br>Housing and battery cover:<br>ABS | Different<br>see below(7) |
| Biocompatibility | Cytotoxicity, ISO 10993-5<br>Skin Irritation, ISO 10993-10<br>Skin Sensitization,<br>ISO 10993-10 | Cytotoxicity, ISO 10993-5<br>Skin Irritation, ISO 10993-10<br>Skin Sensitization,<br>ISO 10993-10 | √ |
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Based on above comparison chart, differences between predicate FR1DG1 (NC200) and subject device FR1MF1-B (NC150 BT) are as below:
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## 1. Indication for Use
Based on above comparison chart, both subject and predicate device indicate for use is intended for "the intermittent measurement and monitoring of human body temperature for people of all ages in the home", while subject device FR1MF1-B (NC150 BT) indicates Bluetooth function "The device can be used in connection with a smart phone running the «Microlife Connected Health +» APP. The memory data can be transferred to the smart phone via Bluetooth." Refer to the below section 6. Bluetooth function for details.
As Microlife states Bluetooth® function will not affect the performance of the device as its only function is to transfer data, though indication for use is different, it does not affect subject device's performance, safety and effectiveness.
## 2. Appearance, Physical Dimension and Weight
The physical dimension of the subject device FR1MF1-B (NC150 BT) is 141.1 x 43.3 x 36.9 mm, while predicate device FR1DG1 (NC200) is 156.7 x 43 x 47 mm. The weight of the subject device FR1MF1-B (NC150 BT) is 90 g (with batteries), 67 g (w/o batteries), while predicate device FR1DG1 (NC200) is 91.5 g (with batteries), 68.5 g (w/o batteries). Those differences are caused because of their different appearance, but the difference does not raise any new safety and effectiveness questions. This has been tested and confirmed according to IEC 60601-1-2 EMC Test Report, IEC 60601-1, AAMIANSI ES60601-1 Safety Test Report and MISC 003 ISO 80601-2-56 Test Report.
## 3. Error display user interface (known as UI)
Both subject device FR1MF1-B (NC150 BT) and the predicate device FR1DG1 (NC200) have self-test function. And both devices perform self-test every time when it is switched on to always quarantee the specified accuracy of any measurement. When it has error, it will display error icon on LCD of the device. Subject device FR1MF1-B (NC150 BT) will display icon "Err", while predicate device FR1DG1 (NC200) will display icon "Er0", "Er6". Although the icons are different, the purposes are the same. It does not affect device's performance, safety and effectiveness.
## 4. Auto measurement
The predicate device FR1DG1 (NC200) has auto measurement function, while subject device FR1MF1-B (NC150 BT) doesn't. Auto measurement is a feature that enables device to start measurement if detecting the distance is within 5cm (the appropriate measuring distance). As to the subject device FR1MF1-B (NC150 BT), in order to obtain correct measurement, the appropriate measurement distance would be the same as the predicate device which is within 5 cm. The appropriate measurement distance for the subject device. FR1MF1-B (NC150 BT), is clearly stated in Draft Instruction Manual for FR1MF1-B(NC150 BT) page 9, section 7 "Direction of use", point 4 and 5 that "Aim the thermometer perpendicularly at the center of the forehead with a distance of no more than 5 cm. Press the START button ... ".
Therefore, the appropriate measuring distance is supposed to be used regardless auto or manual measurement method is carried out. That is why the measurement algorithm for the predicate device and the subject device is identical and won't affect performance or accuracy of the subject device.
#### 5. Firmware version
The firmware versions for the predicate device, FR1DG1 (NC200), and the subject device, FR1MF1-B (NC150BT), are PH15.0 & PH18.1 respectively.
The only difference between firmware version PH15.0 and PH18.1 is auto measurement function, please refer to the above section 4.Auto measurement for details.
Since the measurement algorithm itself in the predicate and subject device is identical, firmware version differences does not affect performance and accuracy. And the predicate
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device has been validated in accordance with ISO 80601-2-56 and ASTM 1965-98. For the details, please refer to the clinical test report, Clinical Test Report of FR1DG1 NC200. Therefore, Microlife believes another clinical test for the identical measurement algorithm used in the subject device is not required.
## 6. Bluetooth Function
As Microlife states in Draft Instruction Manual for FR1MF1-B(NC150 BT) Page 12 "Notes" section. "The Bluetooth® of this thermometer is a medical device data system (MDDS) as its only function is for records and no additional functions. It does not modify the data or modify the display of the data, and it does not by itself control the functions or parameters of any other medical device. It is not active when the thermometer is recording data or during measurement. The thermometer will not sound any alarm with or without Bluetooth®. The Bluetooth® is used only to transfer data from point B. The App on your smart devices cannot be used to start or stop the thermometer, nor update the firmware of thermometer via Bluetooth®."
Microlife states Bluetooth® function of subject device will not affect the clinical performance of the subject device, and provided FCC Certification (MISC 004, 001), Bluetooth RF Test Report (MISC 004, 002) and Bluetooth RF Exposure Evaluation Report (MISC 004, 003) for reference.
## 7. Materials
The button material of subject device FR1MF1-B (NC150 BT) is ABS, whereas the button material of predicate device FR1DG1 (NC200) is PMMA. However, the button materials of subject device is identical to the button materials of the Microlife Non-contact Infrared Forehead thermometer FR1DZ1 as it was approved under K100953 in formulation, processing, and sterilization, and no other chemicals have been added (e.g., plasticizers, fillers, color additives, cleaning agents, mold release agents, etc.).
Based upon the aforementioned information, the two devices are substantially equivalent.
## Non-Clinical Performance Testing
Testing information demonstrating performance of the Microlife Non-Contact Infrared Forehead Thermometer, Model FR1MF1-B (NC150 BT) in the intended environment of use is supported by testing that was conducted in accordance with Guidance on the Content of Premarket Notification [510(K)] Submissions for Clinical Electronic Thermometers.
The Non-Contact Infrared Forehead Thermometer has been tested according to the following standards:
- 1. AAMI/ANSI ES60601-1:2005/(R2012) and A1:2012, C1:2009/(R)2012 and A2:2010/(R2012): Medical electrical equipment - Part 1: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance
- 2. IEC 60601-1-2: 2014:Medical electrical equipment -- Part 1-2: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance -- Collateral Standard: Electromagnetic disturbances -- Requirements and tests
- 3. ISO 14971: 2007: Medical devices Applications of risk management to medical devices
- 4. AAMI/ANSI/ISO 10993-1: 2018: Biological evaluation of medical devices Part 1: Evaluation and testing within a risk management process
- 5. AAMI/ANSI/ISO 10993-5: 2009/(R)2014 :Biological evaluation of medical devices - Part 5: Tests for in vitro cytotoxicity
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- 6. AAMI/ANSI/ISO 10993-10: 2010/(R)2014 :Biological evaluation of medical devices -Part 10: Tests for irritation and skin sensitization
- 7. AAMI/ANSI/ISO 10993-12: 2012 :Biological evaluation of medical devices Part 12: Sample preparation and reference materials
- 8. ISO 80601-2-56: 2017+A1:2018: Medical electrical equipment Part 2-56: Particular requirements for basic safety and essential performance of clinical thermometers for body temperature measurement.
- 9. IEC 60601-1-11:2015: Medical Electrical Equipment -- Part 1-11: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance -- Collateral Standard: Requirements for medical electrical equipment and medical electrical equipment and medical electrical systems used in the home healthcare environment
## Software Information:
Software validation was conducted in accordance with a moderate level of concern designation in accordance with the FDA November 2005 document "Guidance for the Content of Premarket Submissions for Software Contained in Medical Devices".
## Discussion of Clinical Tests Performed:
Clinical validation concerning the compliance of ASTM E1965-98 and ISO 80601-2-56.The subject device Model FR1MF1-B (NC150 BT) is from the technical point of view, identical to the predicate Model FR1DG1 (NC200). The IC, sensor and measuring algorithm of the subject device Model FR1MF1-B (NC150 BT) is the same as the predicate device Model FR1DG1 (NC200). Therefore the performance of the FR1MF1-B (NC150 BT) in terms of temperature measurement would be identical with performance of the predicate device FR1DG1 (NC200). Repeat clinical testing in accordance with the standard ASTM E1965-98 and ISO 80601-2-56 for the subject device FR1MF1-B (NC150 BT) is therefore not necessary as clinical testing results were not affected by the changes to the subject device.
## Conclusions
The performance testing, comparison, analysis, and risk assessment, demonstrated that the Microlife Non-Contact Infrared Forehead Thermometer FR1MF1-B (NC150 BT) is substantially equivalent to the Microlife Non-Contact Infrared Forehead Thermometer FR1DG1 (NC200), cleared under K191829.
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Learn the FDA Browser
Two short videos show you everything — or skip straight to the written tutorial if you'd rather read. You can reopen this any time from the Tutorial button in the top bar.
Part 1 — Search, results, and everyday workflows 16 min
Part 2 — Embeddings: the galaxy map 3 min
1. Search: exact and fuzzy
Type a phrase like "coronary artery calcification" into the search box. You get two kinds of results. Exact results match the literal phrase — prefix searches work ("coronary artery calcificati") but suffix searches do not. Fuzzy results match on the meaning and intent of your phrase rather than the exact words, and are sorted by relevance score. Hover over the Exact or Fuzzy badge on any row to see exactly why it matched.
Use the checkboxes above the results to narrow: SaMD keeps only software-only devices, AI / ML keeps only devices with AI.
Exact vs. fuzzy search: what's the difference?
Exact matches on the literal phrase (prefix search works, suffix does not). Fuzzy matches on the meaning and intent of the phrase rather than the exact words. Hover over the badge on any row to see why it matched.
You search "coronary artery calcification" and want only software devices with AI. What two filters do you apply?
Narrow by SaMD (software-only devices), then narrow by AI/ML (devices with AI).
2. The results table
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.