0.015CC PINPOINT IONIZATION CHAMBER, 0.005 CC PINPOINT IONIZATION CHAMBER
Applicant
Ptw-New York Corp.
Product Code
LHN · Radiology
Decision Date
Sep 10, 1997
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 892.5050
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
The PTW T31006 and T31007 Pinpoint type ionization chambers are intended to be used for the collection of beam data in water, air, or other suitable solid state phantom material from radiation therapy treatment machines. This data is used to completely document the beam characteristics of treatment machines and to establish and maintain an on going treatment machine quality assurance program.
Device Story
PTW T31006 (0.015 cc) and T31007 (0.005 cc) are waterproof ionization chambers; used for radiation therapy beam data collection in water, air, or solid phantoms. Devices connect to electrometers (e.g., PTW-UNIDOS) via 1m or 10m cables; collect ionizing radiation signals; output data used by medical physicists to document beam characteristics and maintain quality assurance programs for treatment machines. Devices are passive sensors; no internal processing; clinical benefit includes accurate monitoring of therapeutic radiation doses.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. No clinical data provided.
Technological Characteristics
Waterproof ionization chambers; active volumes 0.015 cc (T31006) and 0.005 cc (T31007); active lengths 5 mm and 2 mm respectively; vented to atmosphere via connectors; cable lengths 1m or 10m; connectors include BNT, TNC, PTW M, or BNC banana; passive sensing principle.
Indications for Use
Indicated for use by medical physicists or radiation therapy professionals to measure, record, and document therapeutic ionizing radiation beam characteristics from treatment machines in water, air, or solid-state phantoms for quality assurance and baseline establishment.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A medical charged-particle radiation therapy system is a device that produces by acceleration high energy charged particles (e.g., electrons and protons) intended for use in radiation therapy. This generic type of device may include signal analysis and display equipment, patient and equipment supports, treatment planning computer programs, component parts, and accessories.
Predicate Devices
PTW T31002 0.125 cc waterproof ionization chamber (K954165)
PTW T31003 0.03 cc waterproof ionization chamber (K954165)
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K972212
# SEP 1 0 1997
## PTW-New York Corporation 2437 Grand Avenue Bellmore, New York 11710
## 510(k) Premarket Notification for PTW T31006 and T31007 Pinpoint type ionization chambers
#### Manufacturer's 510(k) Summary Certification, 21 CFR 807.92:
- 1. Company:
PTW-New York Corporation 2437 Grand Avenue Belimore, New York 11710 (P) 1-516-221-4708 (F) 1-516-221-4329
#### Contact:
Stephen R. Szeglin General Manager PTW-New York Corporation (P) 1-516-221-4708 (F) 1-516-221-4329
Date of Submission: June 9, 1997
- 2. Trade/Proprietary Name:
PTW T31006. 0.015 cc Pinpoint type ionization chamber. waterproof. PTW T31007, 0.005 cc Pinpoint type ionization chamber, waterproof.
### Common/Usual Name:
0.015 cc waterproof ionization chamber, 0.005 cc waterproof ionization chamber.
#### 3. Predicate Device(s):
PTW T31002. 0.125 cc waterproof ionization chamber, K954165, and PTW T31003, 0.03 cc waterproof ionization chamber, K954165.
#### 4. Description of Device(s):
The PTW T31006 and T31007 are classical waterproof ionization chambers that differ only in the lengths of their respective active volumes. The T31006 is a 0.015 cc ionization chamber with a 5 mm active length and the T31007 is a 0.005 cc ionization chamber with a 2 mm active length. Both chamber volumes are open to the atmosphere, they are waterproof, and they are vented via their connectors. These chambers are constructed of precisely the same materials, are available with a 1 m or 10 m cable for connection to an electrometer, and may be terminated in a variety of standard electrometer connectors (BNT, TNC, PTW M, or BNC banana.
The Pinpoint type ionization chamber, when connected to an appropriate electrometer like the PTW-UNIDOS, K951764, are used to collect beam data from radiation therapy treatment machines.
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### PTW-New York Corporation 2437 Grand Avenue Bellmore, New York 11710
### 510(k) Premarket Notification for PTW T31006 and T31007 Pinpoint type ionization chambers
#### 5. Statement of Intended Use:
The PTW T31006 and T31007 Pinpoint type ionization chambers are intended to be used for the collection of beam data in water, air, or other suitable solid state phantom material from radiation therapy treatment machines. This data is used to completely document the beam characteristics of treatment machines and to establish and maintain an on going treatment machine quality assurance program.
#### Comparison of Technological Characteristics to the Predicate Devices: 6.
The indications for use are exactly the same as the predicate devices, the PTW T31002 - 0.125 cc waterproof ionization chamber, and the PTW T31003 - 0.03 cc waterproof ionization chamber, which were both cleared to market by the FDA under K954165, 5 December 1995, as accessories to the PTW MP3 and MP3S Automatic Water Phantom.
The designs are exactly the same.
The manufacturing and testing, process and procedures are exactly the same.
The materials used are the same as in the predicate devices with the exception of the steel electrode.
The specifications are the same as the predicate devices.
The indications for use, design, materials, manufacturing, and specifications of the PTW T31006 and T31007 Pinpoint ionization chambers do not raise any issues with regard to safety and effectiveness.
PTW considers the T31006 and T31007 Pinpoint ionization chambers equivalent in all respects to the predicate devices for radiation therapy beam data acquisition.
- Note: Any statement made in conjunction with this Summary regarding substantial equivalence to another product was made in relation to the 510(k) premarket approval process and should not be interpreted as an admission or used as evidence in patient infringement litigation.
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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850
SEP 1 0 1997
Stephen R. Szeglin General Manager PTW-New York Corporation 2437 Grand Avenue Bellmore, N.Y. 11710
Re: K972212
PTW T31006 0.015 cc Pinpoint Type Ionization Chamber PTW T31007 0.005 cc Pinpoint Type Ionization Chamber Dated: June 9, 1997 Received: June 12, 1997 Regulatory class: II 21 CFR 892.5050/Procode: 90 LHN
Dear Mr. Szeglin:
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, 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 misbranion.
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 through 542 of the Act for devices under 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) 594-4613. Additionally, for question 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 vours
W.Liau Yu
Lillian Yin, Ph.D. Director, Division of Reproductive, Abdominal, Ear, Nose and Throat, and Radiological Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
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## PTW-New York Corporation 2437 Grand Avenue Bellmore, New York 11701 (P) 1-516-221-4708 (F) 1-516-221-4329
# 510(k) Premarket Notification for PTW T31006 and T31007 Pinpoint type ionization chambers
June 9, 1997
# Premarket Notification Indication For Use Statement
510(k) Number (if known): Not assigned as of June 9, 1997
0.015 cc Pinpoint type ionization chamber, Device Name: 0.005 cc Pinpoint type ionization chamber.
Indications For Use:
High quality ionization chambers, like the PTW T31006 and T31007 Pinpoint type ionization chambers make it possible to routinely measure, record, and document therapeutic amounts of ionizing radiation with an exceptionally high degree of accuracy and precision.
This type of lonization chamber is intended to be used for the collection of radiation beam data from radiation therapy treatment machines in water, air, or other suitable solid state phantoms. Since the T31006 and T31007 Pinpoint chambers are waterproof, they are ideally suited for measurements of high energy photons and electrons in a water phantom.
The data acquired with this type of chamber can be used to completely document the beam characteristics of treatment machines, compile radiation beam data over time as part of a quality assurance program, and to establish an initial baseline for the radiation therapy beams generated by the treatment unit.
High quality ionization chambers, like the PTW Pinpoint type chambers, are essential if accurate data from treatment machines that produce therapeutic amounts of ionizing radiation are to be properly monitored.
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Signature:
Date:
Typed Name:
Stephen R. Szeglin
JUNE 9, 199
David A. Seaman
Prescription Use
(Per 21 CFR 801.109)
(Division Sign-Off) Division of Reproductive, Abdominal, ENT. and Radiological Dev 510(k) Number
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