K221083 · Medmix Co., Ltd. · GEX · Jul 12, 2022 · General, Plastic Surgery
Device Facts
Record ID
K221083
Device Name
Smartlux Mini
Applicant
Medmix Co., Ltd.
Product Code
GEX · General, Plastic Surgery
Decision Date
Jul 12, 2022
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 878.4810
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
Blue (415-425mm), is generally indicated to treat dermatological conditions and specifically indicated to treat moderate inflammatory acne vulgaris. Red (630-640nm) and Infrared (820-830nm) Combination is intended to emit energy in the red and infrared region of the spectrum for use in dermatology for the treatment of periorbital wrinkles. Combination of Infrared (820-830nm) and Yellow (585-595nm) is intended to emit energy in the IR and visible spectrum to provide topical heating for the purpose of elevating tissue temperature; for the temporary relief of minor muscle and joint pain, arthritis and muscle spasm; relieving stiffness; promoting the relaxation of muscle tissue; and to temporarily increase local blood circulation where applied.
Device Story
Smartlux Mini is a portable LED-based phototherapy device. It emits light in red (630-640nm), blue (415-425nm), yellow (585-595nm), and infrared (820-830nm) spectra. The device consists of a stand, head, power supply, and color touch screen. Operators use the interface to control light emission, which can be continuous or pulsed (up to 500 pulses/second). The device is used in clinical settings to treat dermatological conditions, periorbital wrinkles, and provide topical heating for pain relief and circulation. By elevating tissue temperature or applying specific light wavelengths, the device aids in muscle relaxation and symptom management. Healthcare providers operate the device to deliver targeted light therapy to the patient's skin or affected areas.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. The device conforms to electrical safety (ES60601-1), electromagnetic compatibility (60601-1-2), photobiological safety (62471), and performance standards (60601-2-57). Software was verified and validated.
Technological Characteristics
Portable LED phototherapy unit. Wavelengths: Red (630-640nm), Blue (415-425nm), Yellow (585-595nm), IR (820-830nm). Adjustable irradiance (5 levels). Output: Continuous and pulsed (up to 500 pulses/sec). Microprocessor-controlled. Standards: ES60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, IEC 60601-2-57, IEC 62471.
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients requiring treatment of moderate inflammatory acne vulgaris, periorbital wrinkles, or topical heating for relief of minor muscle/joint pain, arthritis, muscle spasm, stiffness, and increased local blood circulation.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
(1) A carbon dioxide laser for use in general surgery and in dermatology is a laser device intended to cut, destroy, or remove tissue by light energy emitted by carbon dioxide.(2) An argon laser for use in dermatology is a laser device intended to destroy or coagulate tissue by light energy emitted by argon.
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July 12, 2022
MEDMIX Co., Ltd. % Jonghyun Kim Chief Consultant GMS Consulting 4th Floor, Digital Cube, 34, Sangamsan-ro Seoul, Mapo-gu 03909 Korea, South
Re: K221083
Trade/Device Name: Smartlux Mini Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.4810 Regulation Name: Laser Surgical Instrument For Use In General And Plastic Surgery And In Dermatology Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: GEX, ILY Dated: April 11, 2022 Received: April 13, 2022
Dear Jonghyun 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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Sincerely.
Jianting Wang Acting Assistant Director DHT4A: Division of General Surgery Devices OHT4: Office of Surgical and Infection Control 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) K221083
Device Name SMARTLUX MINI
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
Blue (415-425mm), is generally indicated to treat dermatological conditions and specifically indicated to treat moderate inflammatory acne vulgaris.
Red (630-640nm) and Infrared (820-830mm) Combination is intended to emit energy in the red and infrared region of the spectrum for use in dermatology for the treatment of periorbital wrinkles.
Combination of Infrared (820-830nm) and Yellow (585-595nm) is intended to emit energy in the IR and visible spectrum to provide topical heating for the purpose of elevating tissue temperature; for the temporary relief of minor muscle and joint pain, arthritis and muscle spasm; relieving stiffness; promoting the relaxation of muscle tissue; and to temporarily increase local blood circulation where applied.
| Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable) |
|-------------------------------------------------|
|-------------------------------------------------|
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
[As Required by 21 CFR 807.92]
### 1. Date Prepared [21 CFR 807.92(a)(a)]
April 11, 2022
### 2. Submitter's Information [21 CFR 807.92(a)(1)]
- Name of Manufacturer: MEDMIX Co., Ltd
- Address: B-707 Smartvalley, 30, Songdomirae-ro, Yeonsu-gu, Incheon, Republic of Korea ● Contact Name: Yunseok Yu ● Telephone No.: +82 10-9487-8160 ● Email Address: ysyu@medmix.co.kr ● Registration No.: K221083
### 3. Trade Name, Common Name, Classification [21 CFR 807.92(a)(2)]
| 510(k) Number | K221083 |
|-----------------------------|-----------------------------------------------|
| Trade/Device/Model Name | SMARTLUX MINI |
| Product Name | Phototherapy Unit |
| Device Classification Name | Powered Laser Surgical Instrument |
| Regulation Number | 21 CFR 878.4810 / 21 CFR 890.5500 |
| Classification Product Code | GEX (Primary), ILY (Secondary) |
| Device Class | 2 |
| 510(k) Review Panel | General & Plastic Surgery / Physical Medicine |
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### 4. Identification of Predicate Device(s) [21 CFR 807.92(a)(3)]
The identified predicate device within this submission is shown as follow;
### Predicate Device
| 510(k) Number | K192755 |
|-----------------------------|-----------------------------------------------|
| Trade/Device/Model Name | Soli-Lite LG4 Galileo |
| Product Name | Phototherapy Unit |
| Device Classification Name | Powered Laser Surgical Instrument |
| Regulation Number | 21 CFR 878.4810 / 21 CFR 890.5500 |
| Classification Product Code | GEX (Primary), ILY (Secondary) |
| Device Class | 2 |
| 510(k) Review Panel | General & Plastic Surgery / Physical Medicine |
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### 5. Description of the Device [21 CFR 807.92(a)(4)]
The Photo-Therapy Device SMARTLUX MINI is a portable device which uses specific wavelengths of light, produced by light emitting diodes (LEDs).
The device produces light in the following regions of the light spectrum:
- · Red (630-640nm)
- · Blue (415-425nm)
- · Yellow (585-595nm)
- Infra-red (820-830nm)
This device's main components are the stand, the head, color touch screen, and the power supply. User interface software allows the operator to access and control all device functions.
### 6. Indications for use [21 CFR 807.92(a)(5)]
Blue (415-425nm), is generally indicated to treat dermatological conditions and specifically indicated to treat moderate inflammatory acne vulgaris.
Red (630-640nm) and Infrared (820-830nm) Combination is intended to emit energy in the red and infrared region of the spectrum for use in dermatology for the treatment of periorbital wrinkles.
Combination of Infrared (820-830nm) and Yellow (585-595nm) is intended to emit energy in the IR and visible spectrum to provide topical heatinq for the purpose of elevating tissue temperature; for the temporary relief of minor muscle and joint pain, arthritis and muscle spasm; relieving stiffness; promoting the relaxation of muscle tissue; and to temporarily increase local blood circulation where applied.
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## 7. Technological Characteristics (Equivalence to Predicate Device) [21 CFR 807.92(a)(6)]
Provided below is a table summarizing and comparing the technological characteristics of the SMARTLUX MINI and the predicate device:
| | Subject Device | Predicate Device |
|-----------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Product Name | Phototherapy Unit | Phototherapy Unit |
| Model Name | SMARTLUX MINI | Soli-Lite LG4 Galileo |
| Manufacturer | MEDMIX Co., Ltd. | Silhouet-Tone Corporation |
| Indications for Use | Blue (415-425nm), is generally indicated to treat dermatological<br>conditions and specifically indicated to<br>treat moderate inflammatory acne<br>vulgaris.<br>Red (630-640nm) and Infrared (820-<br>830nm) Combination is intended to<br>emit energy in the red and infrared<br>region of the spectrum for use in<br>dermatology for the treatment of<br>periorbital wrinkles.<br>Combination of Infrared (820-830nm)<br>and Yellow (585-595nm) is intended<br>to emit energy in the IR and visible<br>spectrum to provide topical heating<br>for the purpose of elevating tissue<br>temperature; for the temporary relief<br>of minor muscle and joint pain,<br>arthritis and muscle spasm; relieving<br>stiffness; promoting the relaxation of<br>muscle tissue; and to temporarily<br>increase local blood circulation where<br>applied. | Blue (410-415nm), is generally indicated to treat dermatological<br>conditions and specifically indicated to<br>treat moderate inflammatory acne<br>vulgaris.<br>Red (620-633nm) and Infrared (820-<br>830nm) Combination is intended to<br>emit energy in the red and infra-red<br>region of the spectrum for use in<br>dermatology for the treatment of<br>periorbital wrinkles.<br>Combination of Infrared (820- 830nm)<br>and Yellow (585-595nm) is intended<br>to emit energy in the IR and visible<br>spectrum to provide topical heating<br>for the purpose of elevating tissue<br>temperature; for the temporary relief<br>of minor muscle and joint pain,<br>arthritis and muscle spasm; relieving<br>stiffness; promoting the relaxation of<br>muscle tissue; and to temporarily<br>increase local blood circulation where<br>applied. |
| Submission<br>Number | K221083 | K192755 |
| Product Code | GEX (Primary), ILY (Secondary) | GEX (Primary), ILY (Secondary) |
| Device Class | 2 | 2 |
| Configuration | Portable | Portable |
| Components | Stand, Head, Color touch screen,<br>Power supplier | Main frame, irradiator, lifting stand |
| Wavelength | RED 630-640nm<br>BLUE 415-425nm<br>IR: 820-830nm<br>YELLOW: 585-595nm | Red 620-633nm<br>Blue 410-415nm<br>IR 820-830nm / Yellow 585- 595nm |
| Effective<br>irradiance | Adjustable 5 levels<br>Red : 26-50 mW/cm2<br>Blue : 9~41 mW/cm2<br>Yellow: 12-20 mW/cm2<br>IR: 11~28 mW/cm2 | Adjustable 4 levels<br>Red: 19-47mW/cm2<br>Blue: 25-40mW/cm2<br>IR/Yellow: 29-61mW/cm2 |
| Operation<br>interface | Continuous operation | Continuous operation |
| | Subject Device | Predicate Device |
| Operation mode | IEC 60601-1<br>IEC 60601-1-2<br>IEC 60601-2-57<br>IEC 62471 | IEC 60601-1<br>IEC 60601-1-2<br>IEC 60601-2-57<br>IEC 62471 |
| Microprocessor<br>control | Yes | Yes |
| Continuous/Pulsed<br>Output | Continuous and Pulsed (up to 500 pulses<br>per second) | Continuous |
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The proposed device, SMARTLUX MINI has been tested about electrical safety, EMC, and performance, and the software has been validated. Differences and Risks associated with that:
- · The components of the subject device have similar composition as the components of the predicate device This difference does not influence the effectiveness and safety of product.
- • The wavelengths and intensities emitted from subject device are similar to the wavelengths and intensities emitted by the predicate device. The predicate device emits light continuously during its treatment cycles. The SMARTLUX MINI also emits light continuously but it also has the option of emitting 50% duty cycle pulses at up to 500 times per second. This difference does not influence the effectiveness and safety of product.
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### 8. Non-Clinical Test summary
The SMARTLUX MINI conforms with voluntary standards for electrical safety, electromagnetic compatibility. The following data were provided in support of the substantial equivalence determination:
1) Electrical Safety, Electromagnetic Compatibility and Performance:
The SMARTLUX MINI conforms with the electrical safety and electromagnetic compatibility requirements established by the standards.
| Standards<br>No. | Standards<br>Organization | Standard Title | Version | Publication<br>Year |
|------------------|---------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------|---------------------|
| ES60601-1 | AAMI ANSI | Medical Electrical Equipment - Part 1: General<br>Requirements for Basic Safety and Essential<br>Performance (IEC 60601-1:2005, MOD) | ES60601-1:<br>2005(R)201<br>2 and<br>A1:2012 | 2014 |
| 60601-1-2 | IEC | Medical Electrical Equipment - Part 1-2:<br>General Requirements for Safety - Collateral<br>Standard: Electromagnetic Compatibility -<br>Requirements and Tests | 60601-1-2<br>Edition 4.0<br>2014-02 | 2016 |
| 60601-2-57 | IEC | Medical Electrical Equipment - Part 2-57:<br>Particular requirements for the basic safety<br>and essential performance of non-laser light<br>source equipment intended for therapeutic,<br>diagnostic, monitoring and cosmetic/aesthetic<br>use | 60601-2-57<br>Edition 1.0<br>2011-01 | 2012 |
| 62471 | IEC | Photobiological safety of lamps and lamp<br>systems | IEC 62471<br>First edition<br>2006-07 | 2012 |
### 2) Software Validation
The SMARTLUX MINI contains MODERATE level of concern software. The software was designed and developed according to a software development process and was verified and validated. Software information is provided in accordance with FDA quidance:
Guidance for the Content of Premarket Submissions for Software Contained in Medical Devices (May 11, 2005).
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### 9. Conclusion [21 CFR 807.92(b)(3)]
The SmartLux Mini light-emitting device that is the subject of this premarket notification uses similar technology and emits wavelengths and intensities of light that are similar to the predicate K192755. Testing of key performance characteristics demonstrates that the subject device can be used safely and effectively for the proposed indications for use. The Smartlux Mini light emitting device is considered to be substantially equivalent to the predicate device K192755.
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