K971198 · Drager, Inc. · FMT · Oct 3, 1997 · General Hospital
Device Facts
Record ID
K971198
Device Name
BABYTHERM 8004 BABYTHERM 8010
Applicant
Drager, Inc.
Product Code
FMT · General Hospital
Decision Date
Oct 3, 1997
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 880.5130
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic, Pediatric
Indications for Use
Babytherm 8004 / 8010 is an infant warmer system intended as a therapeutic device providing warmth for premature and full-term neonates and infants with a weight up to 16 lbs. It is intended for use in delivery rooms, operating theatres, maternity and obstetric units, neonatal wards, neonatal and paediatric intensive care units. Both Systems can be equipped with the optional phototherapy system for treatment of Hyperbilirubinemia.
Device Story
Babytherm 8004/8010 is an integrated infant warmer system combining radiant heating, optional conductive heated gel mattress (8010 only), and optional phototherapy. The device uses ceramic heaters for radiant warmth and halogen bulbs for phototherapy. It operates in manual or skin temperature control modes. The system is used in delivery rooms, ORs, and NICUs by clinicians. It features microprocessor-based digital control, self-calibration, and dual-channel temperature monitoring (core/peripheral). The control unit provides visual/audible alarms for power failure, probe faults, and setpoint deviations. The device improves upon predicate radiant heaters and phototherapy units by integrating these functions into a single housing with improved reflector geometry for uniform irradiance and enhanced safety features compliant with IEC 601-2-21. Clinicians use the digital interface to set parameters, and the device provides continuous thermal support and monitoring to maintain infant homeostasis, potentially reducing cold stress and treating hyperbilirubinemia.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. The device was tested against international standards, specifically IEC 601-2-21, to verify thermal performance, irradiance distribution, and safety features (alarms, probe failure, overtemperature protection).
Technological Characteristics
Microprocessor-based digital control system. Radiant heating via ceramic elements; conductive heating via 24 VAC aluminum plate/heating foil (8010). Phototherapy via 6 halogen bulbs. Applied part type BF. Connectivity: standalone. Materials: PS-TSG case. Dimensions: 1820-2385mm height. Power: 110/120 VAC. Safety: self-calibrating, dual-channel temperature monitoring, audible/visual alarms, overheat protection.
Indications for Use
Indicated for premature and full-term neonates and infants up to 16 lbs requiring thermal regulation or phototherapy for hyperbilirubinemia.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
The infant radiant warmer is a device consisting of an infrared heating element intended to be placed over an infant to maintain the infant's body temperature by means of radiant heat. The device may also contain a temperature monitoring sensor, a heat output control mechanism, and an alarm system (infant temperature, manual mode if present, and failure alarms) to alert operators of a temperature condition over or under the set temperature, manual mode time limits, and device component failure, respectively. The device may be placed over a pediatric hospital bed or it may be built into the bed as a complete unit.
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (Special Controls):(1) The Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) Voluntary Standard for the Infant Radiant Warmer;
(2) A prescription statement in accordance with § 801.109 of this chapter (restricted to use by or upon the order of qualified practitioners as determined by the States); and
(3) Labeling for use only in health care facilities and only by persons with specific training and experience in the use of the device.
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Drager
Datei: Summary.RTF
Date: Jan.08, 1997
Author: Frank Clanzett
# 510(k) SUMMARY
## Summary of Safety and Effectiveness
### APPLICANTS NAME AND ADDRESS:
Drager Inc.
Critical Care Systems
4101-100 Pleasant Valley Road
Chantilly, VA 20151
### APPLICANTS TELEPHONE NUMBER:
(703)-817-0100
### APPLICANTS FACSIMILE NUMBER:
(703)-817-0101
### APPLICANTS CONTACT PERSON:
Harald Kneuer
Regulatory Affairs Manager
### DATE THE SUMMARY WAS PREPARED:
January 08, 1997
### DEVICE NAME:
Trade Name: Babytherm 8004 / 8010
Common Name: Babytherm 8004 / 8010
Classification Name: System, Thermal Regulating
### LEGALLY MARKETED DEVICE TO WHICH DRAGER INC. IS CLAIMING SUBSTANTIAL EQUIVALENCE:
Babytherm 8000 WB - Manufactured by Dragerwerk AG, Lubeck, Germany and sold in the United States by Drager Inc.
RH 600 (Radiant Heater) - Manufactured by Dragerwerk AG, Lubeck, Germany and sold in the United States by Drager Inc.
PT 4000 (Phototherapy) - Manufactured by Dragerwerk AG, Lubeck, Germany and sold in the United States by Drager Inc.
Microlite™ (Phototherapy) - Manufactured by Air Shields, USA
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Table of Comparison
| | Dräger
Babytherm 8000 WB | Dräger Radiant
Heater RH 600 | Dräger
PT4000 | AirShields
Microlite™ | Dräger
Babytherm 8004 / 8010 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 510(k) Number | K 94 5467 | K 95 3489 | K 95 4611 | K 91 2908 | |
| Intended Use | Heated bassinet intended as a therapeutic device providing warmth for premature and full-term neonates and infants with a weight up to 16 lbs. | Radiant warmer system to compensate for heat lost by infants during medical examinations or therapy. | PT 4000 is used to decrease blood bilirubin levels via phototherapy in premature and full term infants who are treated in incubators or on radiant warmer beds. | Phototherapy for treatment of Hyperbilirubinemia | Babytherm 8004 / 8010 is an infant warmer system intended as a therapeutic device providing warmth for premature and full-term neonates and infants with a weight up to 16 lbs. It is intended for use in delivery rooms, neonatal wards, neonatal and paediatric intensive care units. Both Systems can be equipped with the optional phototherapy system for treatment of Hyperbilirubinemia. |
| Physical Size (mm) | | | | | |
| Height (mm) | 1220 to 1515 with height adjustment | --- | --- | --- | 1820 to 2385 with height adjustment |
| Length (mm) | 1070 | --- | --- | --- | 1315 |
| Width (mm) | 750 | --- | --- | --- | like Babytherm 8000 WB |
| Weight | 85 kg max | --- | --- | --- | 135 kg max |
| Mattress Size (mm) | 750 x 490 | --- | --- | --- | like Babytherm 8000 WB |
| Bassinet Tilt | ± 10° from horizontal | --- | --- | --- | like Babytherm 8000 WB |
| Case Material | PS-TSG | --- | --- | --- | like Babytherm 8000 WB |
| Case Color | blue | --- | --- | --- | like Babytherm 8000 WB |
| Power Input | | | | | |
| Voltage | 120 VAC, 60 Hz | 110 / 127 VAC, 60 Hz | 110 / 127V | 110 / 120 VAC | like Babytherm 8000 WB |
| Total | 135 W + 560 W for height adjustment | 735 W | 120 W | 300 W | 670 W for Babytherm 8004
790 W for Babytherm 8010
+120 W for variable height adjust
+ 440 W for Phototherapy |
| Fuses | 2 x 1.6 A / 2 x 6.3 A | 2 x 6.3 A | 2 x 1.6 A | 2 x 4 A | 2 x 15 A |
| Leakage Current | < 0.2 mA | < 0.1 mA | < 0.2 mA | < 0.1 mA | < 0.5 mA |
see explanation of differences
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| | Dräger
Babytherm 8000 WB | Dräger Radiant
Heater RH 600 | Dräger
PT4000 | AirShields
Microlite™ | Dräger
Babytherm 8004 / 8010 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Design | Heated Mattress
Control and heater unit and the mattress are together in one housing which is mounted on a trolley with optional height adjustment and four casters | Radiant Warmer
Control and heater unit are together in one housing which is mounted on mobile stand or on a wall. | Phototherapy
The Photo-therapy is a separate device with an examination light included. | Phototherapy
The Photo-therapy is a separate device | The Babytherm 8004 / 8010 is developed to combine the two products Dräger Babytherm 8000 WB and Dräger Radiant warmer RH600. Components of the Heated Mattress (Babytherm 8010 only) are the same as for Babytherm 8000 WB.
The ThermoMonitoring is included in the Babytherm 8004 and 8010.
The Radiant Warmer of the Babytherm 8004/8010 is a further development of the RH 600. The Heater unit, the examination light and the optional Phototherapy unit are together in one housing which is located in a distance of 80 cm over the mattress, mounted on two columns at the head end of the bed.
The Control Unit is located below the end of the radiant warmer between the two columns at the head end of the bed. |
| | | | | | |
| Energy used | Electric:
A 120 W, 24 VAC heater heats up an aluminium plate and the patient is heated up by conductive warm through the Gel mattress. The lower heater voltage of 24 VAC insures maximum safety for the patient. | Electric:
Four 150 W, 120 VAC ceramic heater are used to provide radiative heat in direction of the bed. | Electric:
Flourescent bulbs for the phototherapy | Electric:
Halogen bulbs for the phototherapy | Electric.
For the heated mattress the same as Babytherm 8000 WB.
For the radiant warmer two ceramic heater of 300 W are used to provide radiative heat in the direction to the bed.
For the phototherapy halogen bulbs are used |
| Heated Mattress | | | | | |
| Type | 4 mm Aluminium plate with heating foil | --- | --- | --- | like Babytherm 8000 WB |
| Power | 24 VAC / 120 W | --- | --- | --- | like Babytherm 8000 WB |
see explanation of differences
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| | Dräger
Babytherm 8000 WB | Dräger Radiant
Heater RH 600 | Dräger
PT4000 | AirShields
Microlite™ | Dräger
Babytherm 8004 / 8010 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | | | | | |
| Heated Mattress
(Continue) | | | | | |
| Setting Temp. Range | 30.0°C - 38.0°C | --- | --- | --- | like Babytherm 8000 WB |
| Measurement Range | 5.0°C - 45.0°C | --- | --- | --- | like Babytherm 8000 WB |
| Accuracy | ± 0.5 °C | --- | --- | --- | like Babytherm 8000 WB |
| Applied Part | BF | --- | --- | --- | like Babytherm 8000 WB |
| | | | | | |
| Radiant Heater | | | | | |
| Type | --- | ceramic | --- | --- | like RH 600 |
| Power | --- | 600 W | --- | --- | like RH 600 |
| Control | --- | manual or servo | --- | --- | like RH 600 |
| Distance heater - mattress | --- | 70 cm default,
possible 60cm to
80 cm | --- | --- | 80 cm |
| Exam light | --- | 1 x 35 W | --- | --- | 1 x 11 W, 1 x 19 W |
| Manual setting | --- | Level 0 to 10, 23
mW/cm² max. at
70 cm distance | --- | --- | Level 0 to 10, 30
mW/cm² max. at 80 cm³ |
| Setting Temp. Range | --- | 35°C - 37°C | --- | --- | 35°C - 37.5 °C⁴ |
| Measurement Range | --- | 33°C - 38°C | --- | --- | 15°C to 42 °C⁵ |
| Accuracy | --- | ± 0.3 °C | --- | --- | like RH 600 |
| Applied Part | --- | B | --- | --- | BF⁶ |
| Power Fail | Actuates if there
is a loss of
supply voltage | Actuates if there
is a loss of
supply voltage | --- | --- | Actuates if there
is a loss of
supply voltage |
⁴ see explanation of differences
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| | Dräger
Babytherm 8000 WB | Dräger Radiant
Heater RH 600 | Dräger
PT4000 | AirShields
Microlite™ | Dräger
Babytherm 8004 / 8010 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Phototherapy Option | | | | | |
| Type | --- | --- | Phototherapy system mounted on a mobile stand for use in combination with radiant warmers or incubators | Phototherapy system mounted on a mobile stand for use in combination with radiant warmers or incubators | Phototherapy system integrated in radiant warmer housing for use in combination with radiant warmer, mounted on two columns at the head end of the bed, with a fixed distance to the patient |
| Light source | --- | --- | flourescent bulbs | 3 halogen bulbs | 6 halogen bulbs^{7} |
| Power input | --- | --- | 120 W | 300 W | 440 W^{8} |
| Distance to mattress | --- | --- | variable, 30 cm minimum | variable | 80 cm |
| On/Off switch | --- | --- | yes | yes | yes |
| effective Irradiance within Wave length range | --- | --- | 13 μW/cm²/nm at 40 cm distance 400..500 nm | 17 μW/cm²/nm at 43 cm distance 400..500 nm | 12 μW/cm²/nm at 80 cm distance 425..475 nm |
| Bulb life | --- | --- | 1000 hours | 1000 hours | 1000 hours |
| Hour meter | --- | --- | dual timing system for patient exposure time and bulb life | dual timing system for patient exposure time and bulb life | dual timing system for patient exposure time and bulb life. |
| Control System | | | | | |
| Type | Microprocessor based, digital | Microprocessor based, digital | --- | --- | Microprocessor based, digital |
| Self-Calibrating | Yes | Yes | --- | --- | Yes |
| Setpoint-Readout | Digital, 3 digit | Digital, 3 digit | --- | --- | Digital, 3 digit |
| Power On | Red LED | Red LED | --- | --- | Green LED^{9} |
| Power Fail | Actuates if there is a loss of supply voltage | Actuates if there is a loss of supply voltage | --- | --- | Actuates if there is a loss of supply voltage |
see explanation of differences
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| | Dräger
Babytherm 8000 WB | Dräger Radiant
Heater RH 600 | Dräger
PT4000 | AirShields
Microlite™ | Dräger
Babytherm 8004 / 8010 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Safety System | | | | | |
| Overtemperature | 40.0°C | --- | --- | --- | For mattress: like Babytherm 8000 WB.
For skin temp. 39.0°C in skin mode or in manual mode, if sensor is connected. 10 |
| Overheat Protection | Yes. | Yes. | --- | --- | Yes |
| Probe Fail | Actuates if mattress temp. sensors (2 pairs) are open, shorted or unplugged, or if temp. difference between mattress sensors is too large | Actuates during skin temp. control if skin temp. probe has been disconnected or is faulty | --- | --- | For mattress: Like Babytherm 8000 WB.
For radiant heater: like RH 600 |
| Set point deviation | Mattress Set temp. ± 1°C | Skin Set temp. ± 0.5°C | --- | --- | For mattress, same as Babytherm 8000 WB.
For skin temp., like RH 600 11 |
| Shut off temperature | 42.0°C | --- | --- | --- | like Babytherm 8000 WB. |
| 15 Minute Alarm | --- | Actuates after 15 minutes in manual mode with level > 5 | --- | --- | Actuates after 15 minutes in manual mode with level > 3, and heater output is reduced to level 2 12 |
| Visuable Alarm | Yes | Yes | --- | --- | Yes. |
| Audible Alarm | Yes | Yes | --- | --- | Yes. |
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# Explanation of Differences related to the Table of Comparison:
1. The ThermoMonitoring function uses two sensors for temperature measurement: One for the peripherally and one for the core sensor.
2. For the Babytherm 8004 / 8010 other types of ceramic heaters are used. The geometry of the reflectors was improved. The performance still meets the requirements of IEC 601-2-21.
3. The maximum irradiance was improved because of better reflector geometry. The device still meets the requirements of IEC 601-2-21.
4. This is an improved performance. The device still meets the requirements of IEC 601-2-21.
5. Two temperature channels for core and peripheral temperature with a range from 15°C to 42°C.
6. This is an improved safety requirement of IEC 601-2-21.
7. By this modification an even distribution of the irradiance over an area of 20 x 40 cm is achieved.
8. see explanation number 7.
9. Change in LED Colour to fullfill exactly this requirement of IEC 601.
10. This is an improved safety feature for the radiant heater.
11. The allowable deviation may be changed by the user in a range from 0.3°C to 1.0°C
12. For the Babytherm 8004/8010 at level 3 the heater output is approximately 9 mW/cm², level 2 corresponds to heater output of 6 mW/cm². According to 601-2-21 the 15 Minutes-Alarm has to be activated at a heater output of more than 10 mW/cm².
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# DESCRIPTION OF THE DEVICE:
Babytherm 8004 / 8010 is a warmer system for infants that provides a combination of a heated mattress (Babytherm 8010, only), a radiant heater and an optional phototherapy system. The radiant heater is in a fixed position over the mattress and is equipped with an examination light. The phototherapy system can be installed by the manufacturer or by the biomedical engineer in the housing of the radiant heater.
Babytherm 8004 provides warmth by a radiant heater in "manual mode" or with "skin temperature control".
Babytherm 8010 provides warmth by a radiant heater in "manual mode" or with "skin temperature control". The Babytherm 8010 also has a heated gel mattress for conductive warmth.
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# SUMMARY OF THE TECHNOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF THE DEVICE COMPARED TO THE PREDICATE DEVICES:
The Babytherm 8004 / 8010 are substantially equivalent to the predicate devices Babytherm 8000 WB, Radiant Heater RH 600, Phototherapy PT 4000 and Phototherapy Microlite™.
The function of the Babytherm 8004 / 8010 including the optional Phototherapy is also covered by the predicate devices and the equivalent intended use is covered by these devices, too.
The Babytherm 8004 / 8010 fulfil at least the same international standards as the predicate devices of Dräger and has been tested according to these standards. Therefore the Babytherm 8004 / 8010 are as safe and effective as the predicate devices.
Frank Clanzett
Regulatory Affairs Specialist
(Dragerwerk AG, Germany)
Jan. 08.1997
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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES
Public Health Service
Food and Drug Administration
9200 Corporate Boulevard
Rockville MD 20856
Mr. Harald Kneuer
Regulatory Affairs Manager
Drager Incorporated
4101 Pleasant Valley Road, Suite 100
Chantilly, VA 20151
OCT - 3 1997
Re: K971198
Trade Name: Babytherm 8004 Babytherm 8010
Regulatory Class: II
Product Code: FMT
Dated: July 7, 1997
Received: July 9, 1997
Dear Mr. Kneuer:
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) notification of intent to market the device referenced above and we have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to 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). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. 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.
If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (Premarket Approval), it may be subject to such additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 895. A substantially equivalent determination assumes compliance with the current Good Manufacturing Practice requirement, as set forth in the Quality System Regulation (QS) for Medical Devices: General regulation (21 CFR Part 820) and that, through periodic (QS) inspections, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will verify such assumptions. Failure to comply with the GMP regulation may result in regulatory action. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register. Please note: this response to your premarket notification submission does not affect any obligation you might have under sections 531
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through 542 of the Act for devices under the Electronic Product Radiation Control provisions, or other Federal laws or regulations.
This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your 510(k) premarket notification. The FDA finding of substantial equivalence of your device to a legally marketed predicate device results in a classification for your device and thus, permits your device to proceed to the market.
If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801 and additionally 809.10 for in vitro diagnostic devices), please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4618. Additionally, for questions on the promotion and advertising of your device, please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4639. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR 807.97). Other general information on your responsibilities under the Act may be obtained from the Division of Small Manufacturers Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 443-6597 or at its internet address "http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsmamain.html".
Sincerely yours,
Timothy A. Ulatowski
Director
Division of Dental, Infection Control and General Hospital Devices
Office of Device Evaluation
Center for Devices and Radiological Health
-Enclosure
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# INTENDED USE OF THE DEVICE:
Babytherm 8004 / 8010 is an infant warmer system intended as a therapeutic device providing warmth for premature and full-term neonates and infants with a weight up to 16 lbs. It is intended for use in delivery rooms, operating theatres, maternity and obstetric units, neonatal wards, neonatal and paediatric intensive care units. Both Systems can be equipped with the optional phototherapy system for treatment of Hyperbilirubinemia.
Frank Clanzett
Regulatory Affairs Specialist
(Dragerwerk AG, Germany)
Jan. 08.1997
Davison Sign-Off
Division of Dental, Infection Control, and General Hospital Devices
510(k) Number K971198
Prescription Use ☑
(Per 21 CFR 801.109)
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