# K014074: Hoffrichter Vector, Vector Plus, Vector BI-Vevel, Vector BI-Level Plus, Scalar, Scalar Plus; Cpap with Humidifier Option

- Pathway: 510(k) (Traditional)
- Applicant: Hoffrichter GmbH
- Decided: Jul 23, 2003 after 590 days
- Product code: BZD (Ventilator, Non-Continuous (Respirator))
- Device class: 2
- Regulation: 21 CFR 868.5905
- Recalls of this device: none
- Data: FDA decisions to Oct 25, 2026; recalls to Oct 12, 2026

## Lineage
Longest line of descent: 3 generations back to K952292 (1995). 6 ancestors in all.
2 later devices descend from it; 1 cites it directly.
0 of 9 devices in its family (counting itself) have a Class I recall.

## Predicates on the family tree (from the FDA summary)
- K973161: Cpap Humidifier (HC 200), Fisher & Paykel Electronics, Ltd. (1998) Summary page 1.

## Most influential descendants
- K041035: Hoffrichter Trend 110 Cpap Device with Aquatrend Iii Cpap Humidifier Accessory for Trend (2004), 1 descendant of its own
- K053486: Trend 200 Cpap Device, Model 5CP201; Trendset PC Software, Model Trendset (2006), 0 descendants of its own

## Indications for use
The Scalar, Scalar Plus, Vector, and Vector Plus devices are for treatment of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in adult patients weighing at least 30 kg. These devices are not intended for use with ventilator-dependent patients. The Scalar, Scalar Plus, Vector, Vector Plus devices provide continuous positive airway pressure. The Scalar Plus and Vector Plus devices provide humidification of the air delivered to the patient.

Source page: https://510kreport.com/device/K014074
Methodology: https://510kreport.com/methodology
