K Number
K160816

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Date Cleared
2016-09-21

(181 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
880.2910
Reference & Predicate Devices
Predicate For
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP AuthorizedThirdpartyExpeditedreview
Intended Use

Infrared Thermometer is intended for body temperature measurement for infants and adults without contact to human body. It can be used by consumers in household environment and doctor in clinic as reference.

Device Description

The subject device uses infrared probe to detect the radiated infrared energy emitted by the object, solid, liquid or gas. The intensity of the emitted energy depends on the temperature of the object. The infrared probe (Thermopile) can recognize it and transfer to the proper electronic signal. The electronic signal can be processed in the Infrared Thermometer to convert to the temperature reading, which is displayed on the LCD. Therefore, the subject device is able to measure the temperature of a person by the energy the person emits.

The subject device intends to detect the temperature of patients of all ages.

The subject device includes 2 series: ThermoFlash and MyThermo. The ThermoFlash thermometers contain 5 models: LX-26E, LX-260TE, PRO LX-261E, LX-360, LX-361T, while MyThermo thermometer contains one model BW-CX10. They all have the following basic functions:

  • Sound alarm if temperature is exceeded. -
  • LCD back-lighted digital screen. -
  • Data displayed in Celsius or Fahrenheit. -
  • Automatic stop (energy saver). -
  • Small, convenient, easy to use. -

Their differences are in appearance and functions. The LX-26E and LX-360 are same in functions, while LX-260TE and LX-361T contain additional language function, BW-CX10 and PRO LX-261E contain additional rechargeable function, and BW-CX10 contains additional Bluetooth function.

AI/ML Overview

Here's an analysis of the provided text regarding the acceptance criteria and study for the Infrared Thermometer (K160816).


The provided document, a 510(k) summary for the Nexmed Technology Co., Ltd. Infrared Thermometer, focuses on demonstrating substantial equivalence to a predicate device. While it mentions performance standards and "clinical accuracy," it does not present a detailed clinical study with the specific elements requested (test set size, ground truth details, expert qualifications, adjudication, MRMC, or standalone performance metrics for diagnostic tasks), as these are typically applicable to AI/ML or more complex diagnostic devices.

The "clinical tests" section is very brief and refers to meeting a standard rather than providing detailed study results.

Therefore, many of the requested fields cannot be directly extracted from this document because the device (an infrared thermometer) and the regulatory submission type (510(k) for substantial equivalence to a predicate thermometer that also likely met similar standards) do not typically require or provide such detailed clinical study information in the same way as, for example, an AI diagnostic algorithm.


Acceptance Criteria and Reported Device Performance

For an Infrared Thermometer, the primary acceptance criteria revolve around accuracy within a specified range compared to a reference standard.

MetricAcceptance Criteria (Predicate/Standard)Reported Device Performance (Subject Device)Remarks
Measuring AccuracyForehead temperature mode: ±0.2℃ (0.4℉)±0.2℃ in Body modeSame
Measuring RangeForehead temperature mode: 32.2℃ - 43.3℃ (90.0℉ - 109.9℉)Body mode: 30° to 43℃ (86.0℉ to 109.4℉)Similar (slight difference in lower end; within acceptable clinical range)
Display Resolution0.1℃ (0.1℉)0.1 ℃/0.1 ℉Same
Clinical AccuracyComplies with ASTM E1965-98 (2009)Complies with ASTM E1965-98 (2009)"Clinical tests" section indicates compliance.
Non-clinical Standards(Various, see below)(Various, all "Pass," see below)All listed non-clinical tests passed.

Study Information (Based on interpretation for a thermometer, not an AI/ML algorithm):

Since this is a submission for an infrared thermometer, the "study" primarily refers to testing against recognized medical device standards rather than a typical clinical trial for a diagnostic algorithm.

  1. Sample size used for the test set and the data provenance:

    • Test Set Size: Not explicitly stated as a "test set" in the context of an algorithm. For clinical accuracy, thermometers are typically tested on a cohort of human subjects. The ASTM E1965-98 standard would specify the number of subjects and measurements required. The document states "The test report showed the clinical performance of subject device complied with the requirements of ASTM E1965-98 (2009)."
    • Data Provenance: Not specified, but generally, such tests are conducted at a testing facility or clinical site to meet the standard. The manufacturer is Nexmed Technology Co., Ltd. in China. Likely conducted in a controlled environment.
    • Retrospective or Prospective: Clinical accuracy testing for thermometers against a standard is typically prospective, involving real-time measurements on subjects.
  2. Number of experts used to establish the ground truth for the test set and the qualifications of those experts:

    • Ground Truth Experts: Not explicitly stated. For thermometer accuracy, "ground truth" (reference temperature) is typically established using a highly accurate reference thermometer (e.g., a rectal thermometer or other core body temperature measurement device validated against a traceable standard), rather than human expert consensus. The ASTM E1965-98 standard defines the methodology for this.
    • Qualifications of Experts: N/A for this type of "ground truth" establishment.
  3. Adjudication method for the test set:

    • N/A. The "ground truth" is typically a direct measurement from a reference device, not an expert interpretation requiring adjudication.
  4. If a multi-reader multi-case (MRMC) comparative effectiveness study was done, If so, what was the effect size of how much human readers improve with AI vs without AI assistance:

    • No. This is an infrared thermometer, not an AI diagnostic algorithm for image interpretation or similar tasks. MRMC studies are not applicable.
  5. If a standalone (i.e., algorithm only without human-in-the-loop performance) was done:

    • Yes, in a sense. The "standalone" performance here refers to the device's accuracy in measuring temperature against a reference standard, which is its intrinsic function without human interpretation of ambiguous outputs (as would be the case for an AI diagnostic aid). The performance is assessed against ASTM E1965-98.
  6. The type of ground truth used:

    • Reference Thermometer/Standard Measurement: For clinical accuracy, ground truth is established by simultaneous or near-simultaneous measurements using a highly accurate reference clinical thermometer (e.g., a rectal or oral thermometer), as specified by standards like ASTM E1965-98. This is a direct physical measurement.
  7. The sample size for the training set:

    • N/A. Infrared thermometers are not typically "trained" in the machine learning sense. Their design and calibration are based on physics and engineering principles, and their performance is validated against standards.
  8. How the ground truth for the training set was established:

    • N/A, as there is no "training set" in the AI/ML context for this device. Ground truth for calibration and design validation would involve traceable temperature standards and engineering tests.

Summary of Non-Clinical Tests (Table from Document):

The document lists several non-clinical tests that the device passed:

TestsTest StandardsResults
Electric SafetyIEC 60601-1:2012Pass
EMCIEC 60601-1-2:2014; 47 CFR PART 15 Subpart CPass
Electric Safety for medical device used in the home healthcare environmentIEC 60601-1-11 Edition 1.0 2010-04Pass
Basic Safety and essential performance of clinical thermometers for body temperature measurementISO 80601-2-56 First Edition 2009-10-01Pass
Clinical accuracyASTM E1965-98 (Reapproved 2009)Pass
Biological EvaluationISO 10993-1:2009Pass
In vitro CytotoxicityISO 10993-5:2009Pass
Irritation and skin sensitizationISO 10993-10: 2010Pass
Battery Safety (for some models)IEC 62133 Edition 2.0 2012-12Pass
Battery transportation Safety (for some models)UN 38.3Pass
QoS testing (for BW-CX10 Bluetooth model)47 CFR PART 15 Subpart B; 47 CFR PART 15 Subpart CPass
Wireless coexistence (for BW-CX10 Bluetooth model)47 CFR PART 15 Subpart B; 47 CFR PART 15 Subpart C; EN 300328 V1.8.1 (This indicates additional testing for the model with Bluetooth, to ensure it doesn't interfere with other wireless devices and operates correctly within its frequency band.)Pass

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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002

September 21, 2016

Nexmed Technology Co., Ltd c/o Ms. Elena Lu Consultant Shenzhen Joyantech Consulting Co., Ltd. Room 1122, International Mayors Communication Centre Shenzhen, 518101 CHINA

Re: K160816

Trade/Device Name: Infrared Thermometer (Model: LX-26E, LX-260TE, PRO LX-261E, LX-360, LX-361T, BW-CX10) Regulation Number: 21 CFR 880.2910 Regulation Name: Clinical Electronic Thermometer Regulatory Class: II Product Code: FLL Dated: August 15, 2016 Received: August 22, 2016

Dear Ms. Elena Lu:

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. 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 yours,

Tina Kiang
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Tina Kiang, Ph.D. Acting Director Division of Anesthesiology. General Hospital, Respiratory, Infection Control, and Dental Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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Indications for Use

510(k) Number (if known) K160816

Device Name

Infrared Thermometer (Model: LX-26E, LX-260TE, PRO LX-261E, LX-360, LX-361T, BW-CX10)

Indications for Use (Describe)

Infrared Thermometer is intended for body temperature measurement for infants and adults without contact to human body. It can be used by consumers in household environment and doctor in clinic as reference.

Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
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| | Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)

X Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)

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VOL 05 510(k) Summary

K160816

5.1 Administrative Information

Date of Summary preparedAug., 31, 2016
Manufacturer informationNexmed Technology Co., Ltd.2 Floor Of No.1 Building, Jia An TechnologicalIndustrial Park, 67 District, Bao An, Shenzhen,Guangdong, China 518101Contact person: Ellen XuPhone: +86-755-2948 1701Fax: +86-755-8525 8461E-mail: ellen@nxm-tech.com
Submission CorrespondentShenzhen Joyantech Consulting Co., Ltd.Address: Room 2032, International MayorsCommunication Centre, NO. 55 Shizhou middleroad , Nanshan District, ShenzhenContact person: Ms. Elena Lu; Mr. Field FuE-Mail: elena@cefda.com; cefda13485@163.com

registration number

5.2 Device Information

Type of 510(k)submission:Traditional
Trade Name:Infrared Thermometer
Model:LX-26E, LX-260TE, PRO LX-261E, LX-360, LX-361T, BW-CX10
Classification name:thermometer, electronic, clinical
Review Panel:General Hospital
Product Code:FLL

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Device Class:II
Regulation Number:880.

2910

5.3 Predicate Device Information

Sponsor:Shenzhen Jumper Medical Equipment Co., Ltd.
Device:Non-contact Infrared Thermometer
510(K) Number:K131243

5.4 Device Description

The subject device uses infrared probe to detect the radiated infrared energy emitted by the object, solid, liquid or gas. The intensity of the emitted energy depends on the temperature of the object. The infrared probe (Thermopile) can recognize it and transfer to the proper electronic signal. The electronic signal can be processed in the Infrared Thermometer to convert to the temperature reading, which is displayed on the LCD. Therefore, the subject device is able to measure the temperature of a person by the energy the person emits.

The subject device intends to detect the temperature of patients of all ages.

The subject device includes 2 series: ThermoFlash and MyThermo. The ThermoFlash thermometers contain 5 models: LX-26E, LX-260TE, PRO LX-261E, LX-360, LX-361T, while MyThermo thermometer contains one model BW-CX10. They all have the following basic functions:

  • Sound alarm if temperature is exceeded. -
  • LCD back-lighted digital screen. -
  • Data displayed in Celsius or Fahrenheit. -
  • Automatic stop (energy saver). -
  • Small, convenient, easy to use. -

Their differences are in appearance and functions. The LX-26E and LX-360 are same in functions, while LX-260TE and LX-361T contain additional language function, BW-CX10 and PRO LX-261E contain additional rechargeable function, and BW-CX10 contains additional Bluetooth function.

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5.5 Intended Use/ Indications for Use

Infrared Thermometer is intended for body temperature measurement for infants and adults without contact to human body. It can be used by consumers in household environment and doctor in clinic as reference.

5.6 Technological characteristics of the subject device compared to the predicate device

ItemsPredicate Device(K131243), JumperSubject DeviceRemarks
Indications foruseThe non-contact infraredthermometer, model JPD-FR100, can measurebody temperature forinfants and adults withoutcontact to human body. Itcan be used byconsumers in householdenvironment and doctorin clinic as reference.Infrared Thermometer isintended for bodytemperature measurementfor infants and adultswithout contact to humanbody. It can be used byconsumers in householdenvironment and doctor inclinic as reference.Same
MeasurementmethodInfrared radiationdetectionInfrared radiation detectionSame
MeasurementmodeForehead measure modeBody mode, also isforehead measurementmodeSame
Measuring rangeForehead temperaturemode: 32.2℃ - 43.3℃(90.0℉ - 109.9℉)Body mode: 30°to 43℃(86.0℉ to 109.4℉)Similar
Displayresolution0.1℃ (0.1℉)0.1 ℃/0.1 ℉Same
C/F switchableYesYesSame
MeasuringaccuracyForehead temperaturemode:$ \pm $ 0.2℃ (0.4℉)+/- 0.2℃ in Body modeSame
DisplayLCD displayLCD displaySame
Measurementdistance1-6cm2-5cmSimilar
ItemsPredicate Device(K131243), JumperSubject DeviceRemarks
Memory20 setsLX-26E, LX-260TE, PRO LX-261E, LX-360, LX-361T: 32 sets;BW-CX10: It does not memory any data, and the data are transferred to the mobile phone app for memory.Similar
Power sourceTwo 1.5V AAA batteriesLX-26E, LX-260TE: two 1.5V AA batteries;LX-360, LX-361T: two 1.5V AAA batteries;PRO LX-261E, BW-CX10: 3.7V Lithium batteryDifferent(Note 01)
Low battery indicationYesYesSame
WaterproofNoNo, IP22Different(Note 02)
Dimension145 x 60 x 50mmLX-26E:102.5mm×42.3mm×155mmLX-260TE:102mm×38mm×160.8mmPRO LX-261E:102.5mm×38mm×158mm (without base)156mm×66.6mm×177mm (with base)LX-360, LX-361T:162.5mm×59mm×29.8mm (without base)172.5mm×60.35mm×60.35 mm (with base)BW-CX10:60.7 x 37.4 x 96.3 mmDifferent(Note 03)
ItemsPredicate Device(K131243), JumperSubject DeviceRemarks
Weight180gLX-26E: 177g (with battery)130.2g (without battery)LX-260TE: 179.4g (withbatteries)132.6g (without battery)PRO LX-261E: 193.2g(without base)406.6g (with base)LX-360, LX-361T: 135g withbase and battery112g with base no battery97g without battery or baseBX-CX10: 177g (withbattery)Different(Note 03)
Operatingcondition10℃ -40℃, <95%RH,no-condensing15℃ ~ 40℃10%RH ~ 85%RHSimilar
BluetoothNoLX-26E, LX-260TE, PROLX-261E, LX-360, LX-361T:NoBW-CX10: YesDifferent(Note 04)
Patient contactmaterialsABS and TPEABS with colorants (yellow,green, blue, dark blue,aqua, purple and white) andPCDifferent(Note 05)
CleaningThe probe tip and lensare cleaned anddisinfected by 70°alcohol.The probe tip and protectiveglass over the lens arecleaned and disinfected by70°alcohol.Similar
BiocompatibilityComply with ISO 10993-5:2009, ISO 10993-10:2010Comply with ISO 10993-5:2009, ISO 10993-10: 2010Similar
Electric Safetyand EMCIEC 60601-1:1988+A1:1991+A2:1995,IEC 60601-1-2: 2007, IEC60601-1-11:2010IEC 60601-1:2005+CORR.1(2006)+CORR.2 (2007), IEC60601-1-2: 2007, IEC60601-1-11: 2010, ISO80601-2-56: 2009.Similar
ltemsPredicate Device(K131243), JumperSubject DeviceRemarks
PerformanceASTM E1965-98 (2009)ASTM E1965-98 (2009),ISO 80601-2-56: 2009.Similar

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Note 01:

PRO LX-261E and BW-CX10 have passed over charge tests, IEC 62133 tests and UN38.3 tests.

Note 02:

The subject devices have passed IEC 60601-1 and IEC 60601-1-11 safety test.

Note 03:

The subject devices have passed IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-11 safety test, IEC 60601-1-2 EMC test and ISO 80601-2-56 performance test.

Note 04:

BW-CX10 has passed 47 CFR PART 15 Subpart B, 47 CFR PART 15 Subpart C and EN 300328 Tests.

Note 05:

The patient contact materials had passed the Biocompatibility Test.

The subject device and the predicate device have the same intended use and similar technological characteristics, they both use infrared radiation detection method to detect human body forehead temperature. Their design is compact, small and light-weight. They are same in measuring accuracy, and similar in measuring range. For the subject device, the model BW-CX10 contains Bluetooth function. However, information contained in this submission demonstrates that any differences in their characteristics do not raise any new questions. Thus, the subject device is substantially equivalent to the predicate devices.

5.7 Brief discussion of the nonclinical tests

The nonclinical tests of the Infrared Thermometer are listed as below table:

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TestsTest StandardsResults
Electric SafetyIEC 60601-1:2012 Medical electrical equipment -Part 1: General requirements for basic safety andessential performancePass
EMCIEC 60601-1-2:2014, Medical electricalequipment - Part 1-2: General requirements forbasic safety and essential performance -Collateral Standard: Electromagnetic compatibility- Requirements and tests;47 CFR PART 15 Subpart C, Radio FrequencyDevices Subpart C - Intentional RadiatorsPass
Electric Safetyfor medicaldevice used inthe homehealthcareenvironmentIEC 60601-1-11 Edition 1.0 2010-04, Medicalelectrical equipment - Part 1-11: Generalrequirements for basic safety and essentialperformance - Collateral standard: Requirementsfor medical electrical equipment and medicalelectrical systems used in the home healthcareenvironmentPass
Basic Safetyand essentialperformanceof clinicalthermometersfor bodytemperaturemeasurementISO 80601-2-56 First Edition 2009-10-01, Medicalelectrical equipment - Part 2-56: Particularrequirements for basic safety and essentialperformance of clinical thermometers for bodytemperature measurementPass
ClinicalaccuracyASTM E1965-98 (Reapproved 2009): StandardSpecification for Infrared Thermometers forIntermittent Determination ofPatient TemperaturePass
BiologicalEvaluationISO 10993-1:2009, Biological evaluation ofmedical devices - Part 1: Evaluation and testingwithin a risk management processPass
In vitroISO 10993-5:2009, Biological evaluation ofmedical devices - Part 5: Tests for in vitrocytotoxicityPass
TestsTest StandardsResults
Cytotoxicitymedical devices - Part 5: Tests for in vitrocytotoxicity
irritation andskinsensitizationISO 10993-10: 2010, Biological evaluation ofmedical devices - Part 10: Tests for irritation andskin sensitizationPass
Battery SafetyIEC 62133 Edition 2.0 2012-12, Secondary cellsand batteries containing alkaline or other non-acidelectrolytes - Safety requirements for portablesealed secondary cells, and for batteries madefrom them, for use in portable applicationsPass
BatterytransportationSafetyUN 38.3, the Fifth Revised Edition Amendment 2of the Recommendations on the Transport ofDangerous Goods, Manual of Test and Criteria(ST/SG/AC.10/11/Rev.5/Amend.2/Section 38.3)Pass
QoS testing47 CFR PART 15 Subpart B, Radio FrequencyDevices Subpart B – Unintentional Radiators;47 CFR PART 15 Subpart C, Radio FrequencyDevices Subpart C – Intentional RadiatorsPass
Wirelesscoexistence47 CFR PART 15 Subpart B, Radio FrequencyDevices Subpart B – Unintentional Radiators;47 CFR PART 15 Subpart C, Radio FrequencyDevices Subpart C – Intentional Radiators;EN 300328 V1.8.1, Electromagnetic compatibilityand Radio spectrum Matters(ERM); Widebandtransmission systems; Data transmissionequipment operating in the 2.4 GHz ISM bandand using wide band modulation techniques;Harmonized EN covering the essentialrequirements of article 3.2 of the R&TTE DirectivePass

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The clinical performance test protocol and data analysis followed the requirements of ASTM E1965-98 (2009). The test report showed the clinical performance of subject device complied with the requirements of ASTM E1965-98 (2009). It is acceptable to measure patient's temperature.

5.9 Conclusions

Based on the above information, we conclude the subject device, Infrared Thermometer, is substantially equivalent to the predicate device.

§ 880.2910 Clinical electronic thermometer.

(a)
Identification. A clinical electronic thermometer is a device used to measure the body temperature of a patient by means of a transducer coupled with an electronic signal amplification, conditioning, and display unit. The transducer may be in a detachable probe with or without a disposable cover.(b)
Classification. Class II (performance standards). The device is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in part 807, subpart E of this chapter, subject to the limitations in § 880.9 and the following conditions for exemption:(1) Device is not a clinical thermometer with telethermographic functions;
(2) Device is not a clinical thermometer with continuous temperature measurement functions; and
(3) Appropriate analysis and testing (such as that outlined in the currently FDA-recognized editions, as appropriate, of ISO 80601-2-56, “Medical electrical equipment—Part 2-56: Particular requirements for basic safety and essential performance of clinical thermometers for body temperature measurement,” or ASTM E1965, “Standard Specification for Infrared Thermometers for Intermittent Determination of Patient Temperature,” or ASTM E1112, “Standard Specification for Electronic Thermometer for Intermittent Determination of Patient Temperature,” or ASTM E1104, “Standard Specification for Clinical Thermometer Probe Covers and Sheaths”) must validate specifications and performance of the device.