K981081 · Hill-Rom, Inc. · FSY · Apr 29, 1998 · General, Plastic Surgery
Device Facts
Record ID
K981081
Device Name
BRIGHTSTAR
Applicant
Hill-Rom, Inc.
Product Code
FSY · General, Plastic Surgery
Decision Date
Apr 29, 1998
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 878.4580
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
The BRIGHTSTAR Surgical Light is intended for use in surgical and nonsurgical applications to provide illumination of the surgical field or the patient. It is capable of being used with a broad patient population as determined appropriate by the caregiver or institution.
Device Story
BRIGHTSTAR is a ceiling-mounted surgical light system consisting of suspension, extension, and counterbalance arms, a yoke, and a light housing. It uses a single quartz halogen bulb and a vacuum-metalized concentric reflector to provide a defined, shadow-free illumination pattern. The focal point is adjustable to change pattern size. The device includes a secondary backup bulb and a 20-watt task light for background illumination. Operated by clinicians in surgical or clinical settings, the light is positioned via sterile handles or external grab handles. Intensity is controlled via handle-mounted or wall-mounted controls. Software coordinates these controls for user convenience. The system benefits patients by providing consistent, color-corrected illumination of the surgical field, maintaining skin color and integrity during procedures.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. No clinical data provided.
Technological Characteristics
Structural components: aluminum and steel. IR filters: tempered glass. Diffuser: Lexan. Light source: 24V DC quartz halogen bulb. Optical system: vacuum-metalized concentric reflector. Connectivity: wall and handle-mounted controls coordinated via software. Mounting: ceiling-mounted with 360-degree rotation. Complies with UL 2601-1, CSA C22 No. 601.1, IEC 601-1, and IEC 601-1-4.
Indications for Use
Indicated for illumination of surgical fields or patients in surgical and non-surgical applications. Suitable for broad patient populations as determined by caregivers or institutions.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A surgical lamp (including a fixture) is a device intended to be used to provide visible illumination of the surgical field or the patient.
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). The device, when it is an operating room lamp, a surgical instrument light, a surgical floor standing light, an endoscopic surgical light, a surgical light connector, a ceiling mounted surgical light, a surgical light carrier, surgical light accessories, a surgical lamp, a remote illuminator, or an incandescent surgical lamp, is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 878.9.
Predicate Devices
Amsco SQ240 Surgical Light
Berchtold Chromophare 571
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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APR 2 9 1998
#### 510(k) Summary
K981081
March 20, 1998
#### Applicant:
Hill-Rom, Inc. 1069 St. Route 46 East Batesville, IN 47006 Reg. No: 1824206
# Contact Person:
William D. Jordan Ph: (812) 934-7471 Fx: (812) 934-1675
# Device trade/proprietary name:
BRIGHTSTARe
Device common/usual/classification name:
Surgical Light
#### Classification:
General and Plastic Surgery Devices 21 CFR 878.4580, Surgical Light, 79 FSY, Class II
# Performance Standards:
Performance Standards for the device have not been established under Section 514 of the FD&C Act.
#### Predicate (Current) Device:
Amsco SQ240 Surgical Light Berchtold Chromophare
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#### Device Description
The light is available in a single, double or 3 light head version. Each model offers the option of wall controls, integrated light controls or a combination of both.
The light from a single bulb is distributed off a reflector in a controlled manner to provide a defined pattern. The size of the pattern is adjusted by changing the focal point of the bulb relative to the reflector.
The light is comprised of seven main components:
- Suspension Arm (1)
- (II) Extension Arm
- Counterbalance Arm (III)
- (IV) Yoke
- (V) Light Housing
- (VI) Light Core
- (VII) Controls
- (I) Suspension Arm
The Suspension Arm is attached to the ceiling about a central pivot point. The pivot provides a 360° motion allowing the arm to rotate in a full circle adjacent to the ceiling. Multiple arms can be mounted about the same point to facilitate mounting 1,2 or 3 lights.
- (II) Extension Arm
The Extension Arm connects vertically to the Suspension Arm. The length of the Extension Arm can be adjusted to suit the various ceiling heights. It provides the means to control the head clearance between the floor and the underside of the lamp.
- (III) Counterbalance Arm
The Counterbalance Arm pivots about the Extension Arm. It provides a radial motion of 105°. The Counterbalance can assume an infinite number of positions and will remain where it is positioned. The stability of the arm is achieved utilizing a spring balance that is concealed within the arm and fastened to a pivot that is off center from the elbow joint.
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(IV) Yoke
The Yoke is connected directly to the end of the Counterbalance Arm and is free to rotate 360° in same plane as the arm. The Yoke supports the Light Housing permitting it to rotate freely about the two points of contact. Also located within the Yoke is the Task Light. The Task Light is used for background lighting during procedures when the main surgical light is not in use.
- (V) Light Housing
The Light Housing incorporates the optical system that generates the light output. The concentric reflector has individual facets formed into the reflective surface. Each facet has been angled to focus the light toward a common focal point. The Reflector is comprised of two lavers of aluminum with the inner surface being made up of pure aluminum. The highly polished finish is achieved by vacuum metalizing the inner surface.
The lens defuses the light to provide a shadow free, uniform image.
- (VI) Light Core
The Light Core is comprised of the handle, light intensity controls, bulb housing and IR filters. The handle is used to articulate the light housing. The light intensity controls are in the handle and permit the intensity of the light to be increased and decreased. The intensity level is indicated via a series of LED indicators that are located on a fascia plate adjacent to the handle. Behind the fascia plate, concealed behind the lens, are the bulbs (the BRIGHTSTAR primary bulb and the secondary back up bulb). The bulb is located behind a series of IR glass filters.
The entire Light Core may be removed without the use of special tools to facilitate changing the bulbs.
# (VII) Controls
Controls for the light are provided as a wall mount and handle mount. The Controls provide the ability to increase/decrease the light intensity and turn the task light on/off. The mains power indicator as well as the replace-lamp indicator is also located on the control panel.
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The BRIGHTSTAR uses software to coordinate the wall mounted and light mounted controls. This is a feature designed for the convenience of the user and represents a low level of concern should the software malfunction.
# Voluntary Standards
The BRIGHTSTAR will comply with the appropriate sections of the following documents:
- UL 2601-1 (1tt Edition) Medical Electrical Equipment Regulatory Standard ●
- CSA C22, No. 601.1 Canadian Safety Standard ●
- IEC 601-1 (Second Edition) Medical Electrical Equipment General . Requirements for Safety
- IEC 601-1-4, (1" Edition) Programmable Electrical Medical Systems
# Intended Use:
The BRIGHTSTAR Surgical Light is intended for use in surgical and nonsurgical applications to provide illumination of the surgical field or the patient. It is capable of being used with a broad patient population as determined appropriate by the caregiver or institution.
# Design and Construction:
The BRIGHTSTAR is primarily composed of aluminum and steel in the structural components. Tempered glass is used for the IR filters and Lexano is used for the diffuser.
# Statement of Substantial Equivalence
The subject device and predicate device(s) in this submission are substantially equivalent. The subject device has the same or similar materials, technology and performance characteristics as the predicate devices. The BRIGHTSTAR does not raise any new safety and effectiveness concerns.
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| Manufacturer | Hill-Rom<br>BRIGHTSTAR | AMSCO<br>Quantum SQ240 | Berchtold<br>Chromophare 571 |
|----------------------------------|-------------------------------|----------------------------------------------|---------------------------------|
| # of Bulbs | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Back-up Bulb | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Spare Bulb Storage | Yes | No | No |
| Color Temperature (°K) | 4,200°K | 4,400°K | 4,500°K |
| Pattern Size (inches) | 6-11 | 6.5-11 | 7.5-11.8 |
| Focal Length | 1 meter | 1 meter | 1 meter |
| Illumination-Ft Candles<br>(Lux) | 12,000<br>(130,000) | 12,000<br>(129,170) | 9,293<br>(100,000) |
| Cavity Penetration | 90% +/-5 | 90% +/-5 | 90% +/-5 |
| Shadow Control | 30-35% | 30-35% | 30-35% |
| Controls:<br>• Dimmer | 5 increments<br>Handle | 3 Levels | 50-100%<br>Light |
| • Pattern Adjustment | 360° Twist of<br>Sterile Hand | Small &<br>Large | Rotate Sterile<br>Handle |
| • Depth of Field (ins) | 20 minimum | 26 | 19.68 |
| Wall Plate Controls:<br>• Dimmer | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| • On-Off/Standby | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| • Task Light On/Off | Yes | No | No |
| Sterile Handle Controls | Yes | No | No |
| Rotation | 360° | 360° | 360° |
| | Hill-Rom<br>BRIGHTSTAR | AMSCO<br>Quantum<br>SQ240 | Berchtold<br>Chromophare<br>571 |
| Vertical Adjustment (ins) | Adjusted when<br>Installed | Adjusted when<br>Installed | Adjusted when<br>Installed |
| Heat Filtering | IR Filter | IR Filter | IR Filter |
| Filter Material | IR Glass | IR Glass | IR Glass |
| Reflector Material | Vacuum<br>Metalized A | Regular<br>Reflector | Regular<br>Reflector |
| Task Light | Yes, 20 Watt | No | 20 Watt |
| Sterile Handle: | | | |
| Sterile Cover<br>• | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Replacement Handle<br>• | No | Yes | Yes |
| 'Zero' Drift Arm | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Diameter (inches) | 25 inches | 24 | 22.4 |
| Mounting Options | Ceiling | Ceiling<br>Single or<br>Double<br>Plus Track | Ceiling<br>Single or<br>Double |
| Supply Voltage | 120V<br>220/240V | 120V<br>220/240V | 110V<br>230/240V |
| Power (Watts) | 180 | 220 | 150 |
| Bulb: | | | |
| Life<br>• | 1000 Hrs | 1,000 Hrs | 1,000 Hrs |
| Type | Quartz Halogen | Quartz<br>Halogen | Quartz<br>Halogen |
| Voltage | 24V DC | 24V DC | 24V DC |
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# SUMMARY OF SIMILARITIES AND DIFFERENCES
The design and features offered by the Hill Rom Surgical Light are similar to the design and features of the predicate devices.
# Similarities
### Shadow Control
Each light is designed to have a single bulb, single reflector. Both the BRIGHTSTAR and the predicate devices will tolerate at least 30-35% of the light source being blocked without casting a significant shadow over the surgical site being lit.
# Pattern Adjustment
The BRIGHTSTAR and predicate devices provide the ability to adjust the pattern size. The range of adjustment being approximately 6-12 inches. The light adjustment is achieved by adjusting the focal distance of the bulb to the reflector.
# Color Correction
Bulb color temperature for both the BRIGHTSTAR and predicate devices is between 4,000-4.800 K This color temperature has been demonstrated to maintain skin color and integrity. both on the surface and in open wounds.
#### Light Intensity Adjustment
Light intensity for the BRIGHTSTAR and the predicate devices is adjusted by increasing the driving voltage on the bulb(s) to achieve a corresponding increase/decrease in light output.
# Articulation Positioning of the Light
The range of motion offered by the BRIGHTSTAR and the predicate devices is identical. The lamp head itself is connected to this arm indirectly via a connecting arm, which rotates radially through an arc of 180°-210° thus allowing the light to be adjusted to any working height. The light housing is attached to the radial arm by way of a voke, which allows the head to rotate in a circular motion.
# Light Output
Light output for the BRIGHTSTAR is 12,000 Ft. Candles. The predicate devices light output ranges from 9,293 to 12,000 Ft. Candles.
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# Light Positioning
The position of the BRIGHTSTAR can be positioned either by using the sterile handle or by using the grab handles located on the outer edge of the light housing which are outside of the sterile field. This is similar to the positioning options offered on the predicate devices.
#### Configuration
The BRIGHTSTAR is available in either a single or double light head set up. The lights all mount to a common point within the ceiling and have arms of different lengths that pivot about the same point. The predicate devices also offer similar configurations.
# Differences
#### Software Controls
The BRIGHTSTAR uses software to coordinate the wall mounted and light mounted controls. The predicate devices do not utilize software. This is a feature designed for the convenience of the user and represents a low level of concern should the software malfunction.
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APR 2 9 1998
Mr. William D. Jordan ·Requlatory Specialist Hill-Rom® Company, Incorporated 1069 State Route 46 East Batesville, Indiana 47006-9167
Re: K981081 Trade Name: Bright Star Regulatory Class: II ESY Product Code: Dated: March 20, 1998 Received: March 24, 1998
Dear Mr. Jordan:
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 Requlations, 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 In addition, FDA may publish further announcements action. Please note: concerning your device in the Federal Register. 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 the Electronic Product Radiation Control provisions, or other Federal laws or regulations.
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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) 594-4595. 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
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Sincerely yours,
Sabine M. Hitzke
Celia M. Witten, Ph.D., M.D. Director Division of General and Restorative Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number: Unknown
Device Name: BRIGHTSTAR
Indications for Use:
The BRIGHTSTAR Surgical Light is intended for use in surgical and non-surgical applications to provide illumination of the surgical field or the patient. It is capable of being used with a broad patient population as determined appropriate by the caregiver or institution.
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