510(k) · Cleared
ClearedVarios 75
Data to Oct 25, 2026 (FDA decisions) Oct 12, 2026 (recalls) Sep 30, 2026 (MAUDE) refreshed weekly
Nakanishi, Inc. · ELC Scaler, Ultrasonic
Cleared on Apr 18, 2008 after a 330-day review. FDA’s file for it is a 510(k) statement, which names no predicate. 2 later devices descend from it.
- Decided
- Apr 18, 2008
- Review
- 330 days
- Class
- Class II
- Product code
- ELC
- Recalls
- None
- Predicates
- 0
2 later devices descend from it, 1 citing it directly.
Most influential descendants
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Line of descent and top descendants
| Generation | Number | Device | Applicant | Decided | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 (this device) | K071447 | Varios 75 | Nakanishi, Inc. | 2008 | — |
| +1 | K113530 | Ultrasonic Scaler | Nakanishi, Inc. | 2013 | — |
| +2 | K251689 | Varios 170 Lux Scaler System (VA170LUXS10); Varios 170 Lux Scaler System… | Nakanishi, Inc. | 2025 | — |
Descendants by year cleared
| Year cleared | Devices | With a Class I recall |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 1 | 0 |
| 2025 | 1 | 0 |
Sources: FDA 510(k) database (decision fields), the FDA 510(k) statement (indications), FDA recall and enforcement reports, and MAUDE; processed by 510(k) Report. Verify on FDA.gov · Methodology and accuracy.
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Top candidate predicates for a new ELC device
- #1 K260773 Varios Combi Pro2score 12.5 · 6 generations · no Class I recall
- #2 Held for the reportin the report
- #3 Held for the reportin the report
What was it cleared against?
FDA’s file for it is a 510(k) statement, which names no predicate.
What descends from it? (2)
1 later device cites it directly; ranked here by how many devices descend from each in turn.
| Number | Device | Decided | Descendants |
|---|---|---|---|
| K113530 | Ultrasonic Scaler | 2013 | 1 |
Has anything in its family been recalled? (0 Class I)
No FDA recall names this device.
No ancestor or descendant has a Class I recall.
What does this lineage say?
- Of its descendants, K113530 (Nakanishi, Inc., 2013) has gone furthest, with 1 descendant of its own.
How does its category compare?
All ELC devicesELC Scaler, Ultrasonic: FDA decisions, review times, recalls and adverse event reports over 20 years. 2008, this device’s year, is highlighted.
FDA decisions per year · ELC
2in 2025
2026 to Oct 25, outlined.
Median 510(k) review, days · ELC
104in 2024
Receipt to decision; years with fewer than 3 clearances left blank.
Recalls per year · ELC
2in 2022
Class I (0 since 2007) Class II/III not classified
Adverse event reports per year · ELC
284in 2025
MAUDE reports naming product code ELC, not matched to any one device; reports are not rates.
View these four charts as a table
| Year | Decisions | Median 510(k) review, days | Recalls (Class I) | MAUDE reports |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 6 | 92 | 0 | 12 |
| 2008 | 4 | 216 | 0 | 58 |
| 2009 | 4 | 121 | 0 | 108 |
| 2010 | 4 | 201 | 0 | 79 |
| 2011 | 3 | 122 | 0 | 5 |
| 2012 | 1 | — | 0 | 3 |
| 2013 | 13 | 174 | 0 | 6 |
| 2014 | 6 | 193 | 0 | 37 |
| 2015 | 5 | 150 | 0 | 135 |
| 2016 | 3 | 88 | 0 | 169 |
| 2017 | 2 | — | 0 | 356 |
| 2018 | 1 | — | 0 | 289 |
| 2019 | 4 | 192 | 0 | 302 |
| 2020 | 1 | — | 0 | 164 |
| 2021 | 3 | 196 | 0 | 166 |
| 2022 | 2 | — | 2 | 165 |
| 2023 | 5 | 258 | 0 | 210 |
| 2024 | 4 | 104 | 0 | 219 |
| 2025 | 2 | — | 0 | 284 |
| 2026 | 2 | — | 0 | — |
What is it indicated for?
This device, Varios 75, an electric ultrasonic scaler, is intended for use with an appropriate tip for following use.
- Scaling, Perio, Implant Maintenance, Endodontic, Retrograde Endo, Restorative (for Minimal Intervention / Finishing / Trimming / Polishing / Caries of Dentin), Prosthetics (Condensation / Loosening / Plugging)
Indications for use as stated in the FDA 510(k) statement.
https://510kreport.com/device/K071447 · printed Nov 6, 2026
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510(k) Report. “K071447: Varios 75.” Lineage record from FDA 510(k) data and the FDA summary. Updated Nov 3, 2026. Accessed Nov 6, 2026. https://510kreport.com/device/K071447
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Record history
- FDA decision record loaded May 2, 2026
- Summary read Oct 13, 2026 (extraction version 9eaa42aa01ed)
- Lineage and recalls computed Nov 3, 2026
- Page last updated Nov 3, 2026