K252658 · Baoding Te'Anzhou Electronic Technology Co., Ltd. · GEX · Nov 28, 2025 · General, Plastic Surgery
Device Facts
Record ID
K252658
Device Name
Medical Diode Laser Systems (TR-B)
Applicant
Baoding Te'Anzhou Electronic Technology Co., Ltd.
Product Code
GEX · General, Plastic Surgery
Decision Date
Nov 28, 2025
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 878.4810
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The Medical Diode Laser Systems are intended for delivery of laser light to soft tissue in the contact and non contact mode during surgical procedures. The device’s 980nm laser is generally indicated for use in incision, excision, vaporization, ablation, hemostasis or coagulation of soft tissue in ear, nose and throat and oral surgery (otolaryngology), dental procedures, gastroenterology, general surgery, dermatology, plastic surgery, podiatry, urology, gynecology. The device is further indicated for laser assisted lipolysis. The device’s 1470nm laser is intended for: Incision, excision, ablation, vaporization, hemostasis and/or coagulation of soft tissue-Endovascular coagulation and endovenous occlusion of the greatest saphenous vein in patients with superficial vein reflux.
Device Story
Medical Diode Laser System (TR-B) delivers 980nm and 1470nm laser energy to soft tissue via fiber-optic delivery systems. Operates in contact or non-contact modes; provides continuous, pulse, or single output modes. Used by clinicians in surgical settings for tissue incision, excision, ablation, vaporization, hemostasis, coagulation, and endovenous occlusion. Features include color LCD touch screen interface, air cooling, and integrated temperature monitoring. Clinician selects parameters via interface; laser energy interacts with target tissue (1470nm targets water molecules). Output allows precise tissue management, potentially reducing bleeding and improving surgical outcomes compared to traditional methods.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data provided. Substantial equivalence is supported by bench testing, including software verification/validation, usability testing, and performance testing to validate output specifications against design requirements and safety standards (IEC 60601-1, 60601-1-2, 60601-2-22, 60825-1).
Technological Characteristics
Dual-wavelength (980nm/1470nm) GaAlAs diode laser; air-cooled; 20W/15W max output. Fiber delivery (400μm/600μm, SMA905 connector). Interface: Color LCD touch screen. Power: 100-220VAC. Safety: Class I Type B, IPX1 (device), IPX8 (footswitch). Software: Basic documentation level. Standards: IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, IEC 60601-2-22, IEC 60825-1.
Indications for Use
Indicated for soft tissue surgical procedures including incision, excision, vaporization, ablation, hemostasis, or coagulation in otolaryngology, dental, gastroenterology, general surgery, dermatology, plastic surgery, podiatry, urology, and gynecology. Also indicated for laser-assisted lipolysis and endovenous occlusion of the great saphenous vein for superficial vein reflux.
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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FDA U.S. FOOD & DRUG ADMINISTRATION
November 28, 2025
Baoding Te'anzhou Electronic Technology Co., Ltd.
% Boyle Wang
General Manager
Shanghai Truthful Information Technology Co., Ltd.
Room 1801, No. 161 East Lujiazui Rd., Pudong
Shanghai, Hebei 200120
China
Re: K252658
Trade/Device Name: Medical Diode Laser Systems (TR-B)
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
Dated: August 22, 2025
Received: August 22, 2025
Dear Boyle Wang:
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 (the 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 available 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.
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Additional information about changes that may require a new premarket notification are provided in the FDA guidance documents entitled "Deciding When to Submit a 510(k) for a Change to an Existing Device" (https://www.fda.gov/media/99812/download) and "Deciding When to Submit a 510(k) for a Software Change to an Existing Device" (https://www.fda.gov/media/99785/download).
Your device is also subject to, among other requirements, the Quality System (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820), which includes, but is not limited to, 21 CFR 820.30, Design controls; 21 CFR 820.90, Nonconforming product; and 21 CFR 820.100, Corrective and preventive action. Please note that regardless of whether a change requires premarket review, the QS regulation requires device manufacturers to review and approve changes to device design and production (21 CFR 820.30 and 21 CFR 820.70) and document changes and approvals in the device master record (21 CFR 820.181).
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 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 (reporting of medical device-related adverse events) (21 CFR Part 803) for devices or postmarketing safety reporting (21 CFR Part 4, Subpart B) for combination products (see https://www.fda.gov/combination-products/guidance-regulatory-information/postmarketing-safety-reporting-combination-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 Part 4, Subpart A) for combination products; and, if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR Parts 1000-1050.
All medical devices, including Class I and unclassified devices and combination product device constituent parts are required to be in compliance with the final Unique Device Identification System rule ("UDI Rule"). The UDI Rule requires, among other things, that a device bear a unique device identifier (UDI) on its label and package (21 CFR 801.20(a)) unless an exception or alternative applies (21 CFR 801.20(b)) and that the dates on the device label be formatted in accordance with 21 CFR 801.18. The UDI Rule (21 CFR 830.300(a) and 830.320(b)) also requires that certain information be submitted to the Global Unique Device Identification Database (GUDID) (21 CFR Part 830 Subpart E). For additional information on these requirements, please see the UDI System webpage at https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/device-advice-comprehensive-regulatory-assistance/unique-device-identification-system-udi-system.
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Date: 2025.11.28
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FORM FDA 3881 (8/23)
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| --- | --- |
| 510(k) Number (if known) K252658 | |
| Device Name Medical Diode Laser Systems (TR-B) | |
| Indications for Use (Describe) The Medical Diode Laser Systems are intended for delivery of laser light to soft tissue in the contact and non contact mode during surgical procedures. The device’s 980nm laser is generally indicated for use in incision, excision, vaporization, ablation, hemostasis or coagulation of soft tissue in ear, nose and throat and oral surgery (otolaryngology), dental procedures, gastroenterology, general surgery, dermatology, plastic surgery, podiatry, urology, gynecology. The device is further indicated for laser assisted lipolysis. The device’s 1470nm laser is intended for: Incision, excision, ablation, vaporization, hemostasis and/or coagulation of soft tissue-Endovascular coagulation and endovenous occlusion of the greatest saphenous vein in patients with superficial vein reflux. | |
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510(k) Summary K252658
# 510(k) Summary
K252658
This summary of 510(k) safety and effectiveness information is being submitted in accordance with requirements of SMDA 1990 and 21 CFR 807.92.
## 1.0 Submitter's information
Name: Baoding Te'anzhou Electronic Technology Co., Ltd.
Address: Baoding Te'anzhou Electronic Technology Co., Ltd.
Address: Room 1702, 17th Floor, Zhibo Technology Comprehensive Research And Development Building, No.89, Hengbin Road, Baoding, Hebei, China.
Phone Number: +86-15631235764
Contact: Ms.Wenjia Shang
Email: Ivan@tazlaser.com
Date of Preparation: Nov.14, 2025
## Prior submissions
This is the first submission, there is no prior submission.
## Designated Submission Correspondent
Mr. Boyle Wang
Shanghai Truthful Information Technology Co., Ltd.
Room 1801, No. 161 East Lujiazui Rd., Pudong Shanghai, 200120 China
Tel: +86-21-50313932
## 2.0 Device information
Trade name: Medical Diode Laser Systems
Common name: Powered Laser Surgical Instrument
Regulation name: Laser surgical instrument for use in general and plastic surgery and in dermatology
Model(s): TR-B.
## 3.0 Classification
Production code: GEX
Regulation number: 21 CFR 878.4810
Classification: Class II
Panel: General & Plastic Surgery
## 4.0 Predicate device information
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# Predicate device
510(k) Number: K212734
Product Name: Diode laser therapy device
Manufacturer: Triangel Rsd Limited
# Reference device 1:
510(k) Number: K240179
Product Name: Medical Diode Laser (Model: L2)
Manufacturer: Wuhan Pioon Technology Co., Ltd.
# Reference device 2:
510(k) Number: K082721
Product Name: LaserPro 810, LaserPro 980
Manufacturer: PhotoMedex, Inc.
# 5.0 Indication for Use Statement
The Medical Diode Laser Systems are intended for delivery of laser light to soft tissue in the contact and non contact mode during surgical procedures. The device's 980nm laser is generally indicated for use in incision, excision, vaporization, ablation, hemostasis or coagulation of soft tissue in ear, nose and throat and oral surgery (otolaryngology), dental procedures, gastroenterology, general surgery, dermatology, plastic surgery, podiatry, urology, gynecology. The device is further indicated for laser assisted lipolysis. The device's 1470nm laser is intended for: Incision, excision, ablation, vaporization, hemostasis and/or coagulation of soft tissue-Endovascular coagulation and endovenous occlusion of the greatest saphenous vein in patients with superficial vein reflux.
# 6.0 Device description
The Medical Diode Laser Systems generate a 980nm wavelength laser to act on a target tissue to achieve resection, hemostasis, ablation, and coagulation of the target tissue.
The Medical Diode Laser Systems generate a 1470 nm wavelength laser that acts on the water molecules of the target tissue to achieve the function of treatment of reflux of the saphenous veins associated with varicose veins and varicosities.
The Medical Laser Family has following characteristics:
- Dual wavelengths
- Temperature monitoring system
Table 1 - Product Technical Specification
| Laser type | GaAlAs diode laser |
| --- | --- |
| Device model | TR-B |
| Wavelength | 980nm±20nm, 1470nm±20nm |
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| Laser output power | 980±20nm cw 20W
1470nm±20nm cw 15W |
| --- | --- |
| Security level | Class I type B |
| Laser output mode | Continuous, Pulse, Single. |
| Pulse width | 0.1s-10s (stepping 0.1s) |
| Cooling | Air Cooling |
| Size | 310(L)*290(W)*205(H) mm |
| Net weight | 7.45KG |
| Fuse | F15AL250V |
| Aiming beam | Diode laser of 650nm, power Max. 10mW, adjustable brightness. |
| Beam divergence | 314 mrad to 443 mrad |
| Application systems | Fiber core diameter: 400μm 600μm
NA≥0.22
With SMA905 connector
Before use must be sterilized |
| Transmission system | Contact: fibers of 400μm or 600μm with SMA905 connector;
Non-contact: fibers and tips |
| Operation interface | Color LCD touch screen |
| Power supply | 100-220VAC, 50/60Hz, 2.6-1.0A |
| Waterproof level | IPX1 |
| Footswitch Waterproof level | IPX8 |
| Transportation & Storage environmental conditions | Temperature:-20°C~70°C, Relative humidity: 10%~90%,
Atmospheric pressure: 80KPa~106KPa Without sensible vibration and shock |
| Application environmental conditions | Temperature:10°C~40°C, Relative humidity: 10%~90%,
Atmospheric pressure: 80KPa~106KPa |
## 7.0 Non-Clinical Test Conclusion
Non clinical tests were conducted to verify that the subject devices met all design specifications as were Substantially Equivalent (SE) to the predicate device. The test results demonstrated that the proposed device complies with the following standards:
- IEC 60601-1 Edition 3.2 2020-08, Medical electrical equipment - Part 1: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance
- 60601-1-2 Edition 4.1 2020-09, Medical electrical equipment - Part 1-2: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance - Collateral Standard: Electromagnetic disturbances - Requirements and tests
- IEC 60601-2-22 Edition 4.0 2019-11, Medical electrical equipment - Part 2-22: Particular requirements for basic safety and essential performance of surgical, cosmetic, therapeutic and diagnostic laser equipment
- IEC 60825 Edition 2.0 2007-03, Part 1: Equipment classification and
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requirements
- IEC 60601-1-6 Edition 3.2 2020-07, Medical electrical equipment - Part 4-2: Guidance and interpretation - Guidance for the application of ISO 14971
- IEC 60601-4-2 Edition 1.0 2016-05, Guidance and interpretation- Electromagnetic immunity: performance of medical electrical equipment and medical electrical systems.
- Software verification and validation testing were conducted and documentation was provided as recommended by FDA’s Guidance for Industry and FDA Staff, “Content of Premarket Submissions for Device Software Function”. The recommended Documentation Level for software of this device was considered as a “Basic Documentation Level” and the documentation was provided accordingly.
- Usability testing conducted.
- Performance testing conducted to validate the output specifications of the device.
## 8.0 Clinical Test Conclusion
No clinical study implemented for the Diode laser therapy device.
## 9.0 Technological Characteristic Comparison Table
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Table 2 - General Comparison
| Item | Proposed device | Predicated device | Reference device 1 | Reference device 2 | Remark |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Product Code | GEX | GEX | GEX | GEX | Identical |
| Regulation No. | 21 CFR 878.4810 | 21 CFR 878.4810 | 21 CFR 878.4810 | 21 CFR 878.4810 | Identical |
| Class | II | II | II | II | Identical |
| Product name | Medical Diode Laser Systems | Diode laser therapy device | Medical Diode Laser | LaserPro 810, LaserPro 980 | - |
| 510(k) No. | K252658 | K212734 | K240179 | K082721 | - |
| Models | TR-B | ST-AR | L2 | - | - |
| Indications for Use | The Medical Diode Laser Systems are intended for delivery of laser light to soft tissue in the contact and non contact mode during surgical procedures. The device's 980nm laser is generally indicated for use in incision, excision, vaporization, ablation, hemostasis or coagulation of soft tissue in ear, nose and throat and oral surgery (otolaryngology), dental procedures, | The Diode laser therapy device is intended for delivery of laser light to soft tissue in the contact and non contact mode during surgical procedures. The device's 980nm laser is generally indicated for use in incision, excision, vaporization, ablation, hemostasis or coagulation of soft tissue in ear, nose and throat and oral surgery (otolaryngology), dental procedures, | The Medical Diode Laser (Model: L2) is indicated for: -Incision, excision, ablation, vaporization, hemostasis and/or coagulation of soft tissue-Endovascular coagulation and endovenous occlusion of the greatest saphenous vein in patients with superficial vein reflux | The PhotoMedex LaserPro 810, 940 and 980 Surgical Diode Laser Systems, (and the fiber delivery systems and accessories used to deliver laser energy), are indicated for use in surgical applications requiring the hemostasis, ablation, vaporization, excision, incision, and coagulation of soft tissue in medical specialties including: aesthetic(dermatology and plastic surgery), | Same |
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Table 3 - Performance Comparison
| Item | Proposed Device | Predicate Device | Reference device 1 | Reference device 2 | Remark |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | Medical Diode Laser Systems | Diode laser therapy device | Medical Diode Laser | LaserPro 810, LaserPro 980 | |
| | N/A | K212734 | K240179 | K082721 | |
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| Wavelength | 980nm±20nm, 1470nm±20nm | 980nm±5nm, 1470nm±10nm | 1470 nm | 980 nm | * Gap 1 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Output Power max. | 20W/980nm±20nm, 15W/1470nm±20nm | 16W/980nm±20%, 4.5W/1470nm±20% | Up to 20W | 1-25W/980nm | * Gap 2 |
| Aiming beam | Diode laser of 650nm, power Max. 10mW, adjustable brightness. | 650 nm, red 0.5 mW, user controlled intensity | Undisclosed data | 635-650nm, adjustable intensity | * Gap 3 |
| Treatment mode | Continuous or Pulsed | Continuous or Pulsed | Continuous or Pulsed | Continuous or Pulsed | Same |
| Power supply | 100-220VAC, 50/60Hz | AC110V±11V, 60HZ | 110/220 V | 100-240 VAC, 540VA max, 50/60Hz | * Gap 4 |
| Interval | 980nm 1% ~ 100%, 1470nm 2% ~100%, continuously adjustable energy | 980nm 1% ~ 100%, 1470nm 2% ~100%, continuously adjustable energy | 1470nm 2% ~100%, continuously adjustable energy | 980nm 1% ~ 100%, continuously adjustable energy | Same |
| Cooling system | Air cooled | Air cooled | Air cooled | Air cooled | Same |
| Pulse duration range | 0.1 - 10 s | 0.05 ms - 1 s | 10 ms - 10 s | 0.05 s - 10 s | * Gap 5 |
* Gap analysis:
Gap 1: Both of the proposed device and predicate device have 980nm and 1470nm wavelength. The deviations of wavelength are similar, which does not create additional risk to the product use.
Gap 2: The 980nm max power of the proposed device is close to the predicate device, which does not create additional risk to the product use.
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For 1470nm max power of the proposed device is the same with reference devices, which does not create additional risks.
Gap 3: The aiming beam of the devices are close, which difference does not create additional risks to the product clinical use.
Gap 4: The power supply range of the proposed device is included in the predicate device and reference devices.
Gap 5: The pulse duration range for subject device is 0.1 - 10 seconds, while the range for predicate device K212734 is 0.05 milliseconds - 1 second.
For the difference of pulse duration range, we’ve decided to introduce reference devices.
We have add the new reference devices K240179 and K082721.
The pulse duration range for reference device K240179 is 10 ms - 10 s @1470nm.
The pulse duration range for reference device K082721 is 0.05 s - 10 s @980nm.
Both of the reference devices can comprehensively cover the pulse duration range for subject device.
Therefore, this difference will not affect the safety and effectiveness.
Table 4 - Safety Comparison
| Item | Proposed Device | Predicate Device | Reference device 1 | Reference device 2 | Remark |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | Medical Diode Laser Systems | Diode laser therapy device | Medical Diode Laser | LaserPro 810, LaserPro 980 | |
| | Pending | K212734 | K240179 | K082721 | |
| Electric safety | Comply with IEC 60601-1:2005+A1:2012+A2:2020, IEC 60825-1:2014, IEC 60601-2-22:2019 | Comply with IEC 60601-1:2005+A1:2012, IEC 60825-1:2014, IEC 60601-2-22:2007+A1:2012 | Comply with IEC 60601-1, IEC 60825-1, IEC 60601-2-22 | Comply with IEC 60601-1, IEC 60825-1, IEC 60601-2-22 | Same |
| EMC | Comply with IEC 60601-1-2:2014+A1:2021 | Comply with IEC 60601-1-2:2014 | Comply with IEC 60601-1-2 | Comply with IEC 60601-1-2 | Same |
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## 10.0 Conclusion
The conclusion drawn from the nonclinical tests demonstrates that the subject device in 510(K) submission, the Medical Diode Laser Systems is as safe, as effective, and performs as well as or better than the legally marketed predicate device cleared under K212734.
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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.