K Number
K980613
Device Name
PROGOLD ELECTROCOPING SYSTEM
Date Cleared
1998-03-09

(19 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
872.3060
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP Authorized
Intended Use
Fabrication of 24 karat 99.96% pure gold substructure for porcelain fused to metal restorations.
Device Description
ProGold - Gold Electrocoping System
More Information

Not Found

Not Found

No
The summary describes a system for fabricating gold substructures, which is a manufacturing process, and there is no mention of AI or ML in the provided text.

No
The device is used for fabricating a substructure for dental restorations, which is a manufacturing process and not a direct therapeutic application.

No

Explanation: The device is described as an electrocoping system used for fabricating a gold substructure for dental restorations, which is a manufacturing process, not a diagnostic one.

No

The device description "ProGold - Gold Electrocoping System" and the intended use "Fabrication of 24 karat 99.96% pure gold substructure for porcelain fused to metal restorations" strongly suggest a physical system involving hardware for fabrication, not a software-only device.

Based on the provided information, this device is not an IVD (In Vitro Diagnostic).

Here's why:

  • Intended Use: The intended use is the "Fabrication of 24 karat 99.96% pure gold substructure for porcelain fused to metal restorations." This describes a process for creating a dental component, not a test performed on a sample taken from the human body to provide information about a physiological or pathological state.
  • Device Description: The device is described as a "Gold Electrocoping System," which aligns with the fabrication process mentioned in the intended use.
  • Lack of IVD Characteristics: The description lacks any mention of:
    • Analyzing biological samples (blood, urine, tissue, etc.)
    • Detecting or measuring substances in biological samples
    • Providing diagnostic information about a patient's health

IVDs are specifically designed to be used in vitro (outside the body) to examine specimens derived from the human body to provide information for diagnostic, monitoring, or screening purposes. This device's function is purely related to the creation of a dental prosthetic component.

N/A

Intended Use / Indications for Use

Fabrication of 24 karat 99.96% pure gold substructure for porcelain fused to metal restorations.

Product codes

EJT

Device Description

Not Found

Mentions image processing

Not Found

Mentions AI, DNN, or ML

Not Found

Input Imaging Modality

Not Found

Anatomical Site

Not Found

Indicated Patient Age Range

Not Found

Intended User / Care Setting

Not Found

Description of the training set, sample size, data source, and annotation protocol

Not Found

Description of the test set, sample size, data source, and annotation protocol

Not Found

Summary of Performance Studies (study type, sample size, AUC, MRMC, standalone performance, key results)

Not Found

Key Metrics (Sensitivity, Specificity, PPV, NPV, etc.)

Not Found

Predicate Device(s): If the device was cleared using the 510(k) pathway, identify the Predicate Device(s) K/DEN number used to claim substantial equivalence and list them here in a comma separated list exactly as they appear in the text. List the primary predicate first in the list.

Not Found

Reference Device(s): Identify the Reference Device(s) K/DEN number and list them here in a comma separated list exactly as they appear in the text.

Not Found

Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) - All Relevant Information

Not Found

§ 872.3060 Noble metal alloy.

(a)
Identification. A noble metal alloy is a device composed primarily of noble metals, such as gold, palladium, platinum, or silver, that is intended for use in the fabrication of cast or porcelain-fused-to-metal crown and bridge restorations.(b)
Classification. Class II (special controls). The special control for these devices is FDA's “Class II Special Controls Guidance Document: Dental Noble Metal Alloys.” The devices are exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 872.9. See § 872.1(e) for availability of guidance information.

0

Image /page/0/Picture/1 description: The image shows the logo for the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. The logo consists of a stylized eagle with its head facing left and its wings forming three horizontal lines. The eagle is enclosed in a circle with the text "DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES • USA" around the perimeter.

Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850

Mr. Nicolas E. Azar Director Research & Development Micro Dental Laboratories 6665 Amador Plaza Road Dublin, California 94568

MAR - 9 1998

Re : K980613 Progold Electrocoping System Trade Name: Requlatory Class: II EJT Product Code: February 9, 1998 Dated: February 18, 1998 Received:

Dear Mr. Azar:

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 The general controls provisions of the Act 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 requlations 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. concerning your device in the Federal Register. Please note: this response to your premarket notification submission does

1

Page 2 - Mr. Azar

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 requlations.

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.qov/cdrh/dsmamain.html".

Sincerely yours,

Patrici Cucurati/for

Timothy A. Ulatowski Director Division of Dental, Infection Control and General Hospital Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

2

510(k) Number (if known): Not Known

Device Name: ProGold - Gold Electrocoping System

. .

(Per 21 CFR 801.10)

Indications For Use: Fabrication of 24 karat 99.96% pure gold substructure for porcelain fused to metal restorations.

( PLEASE DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE - CONTINUE ON ANOTHER PAGE IF NEEDED )


Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation ( ODE )

(Division Sign-Off)PDS for MSR
Division of Dental, Infection Control, and General Hospital Devices
510(k) Number6980613
Prescription Use3/2OROver-The-Counter UseNo
-----------------------------------------------------

(Optional Format 1-2-96)