510(k) · Cleared
ClearedCMC Cable Fix
Data to Oct 25, 2026 (FDA decisions) Oct 12, 2026 (recalls) Sep 30, 2026 (MAUDE) refreshed weekly
Instratek, Inc. · HTN Washer, Bolt Nut
Cleared on Aug 31, 2011 as substantially equivalent to K090107 (Arthrex, Inc., 2009) and 1 other predicate after a 140-day review. Its family tree reaches back 10 generations to 1979. 2 later devices descend from it.
- Decided
- Aug 31, 2011
- Review
- 140 days
- Class
- Class II
- Product code
- HTN
- Recalls
- None
- Predicates
- 2
Its longest line of descent runs back 10 generations to K792022 (1979). 58 ancestors in all. 2 later devices descend from it, 1 citing it directly.
- Root · 10 generations backK792022 Herbert Bone ScrewZimmer, Inc. · 1979 · Recalled
- 6 generations between
- 3 generations backK061925 Mini Tightrope Repair Kit, Model AR-8911DSArthrex, Inc. · 2006
- 2 generations backK071978 Mini Tightrope FT Repair KitArthrex, Inc. · 2007
- 1 generation backK090107 Mini TightropeArthrex, Inc. · 2009
- This deviceK111032 CMC Cable FixInstratek, Inc. · 2011
- Descendant · cites it directly · 1 of its ownK200332 EXPERT - Joint Fixation SystemGM Dos Reis Industria e Comercio Ltda. · 2020
- Descendant · 2 generations on · 0 of its ownK242311 EXPERT - Flexible Joint Fixation SystemGM Dos Reis Industria e Comercio Ltda. · 2024
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- Root · 10 generations backK792022 Herbert Bone ScrewZimmer, Inc. · 1979 · Recalled
- 9 generations backK974876 Bionx Distal Radius ScrewBionx Implants, Inc. · 1998
- 8 generations backK992947 Cannulated Smartscrew Models 224540C, 224570CBionx Implants, Ltd. · 1999
- 7 generations backK012001 SmartscrewBionx Implants, Ltd. · 2001
- 6 generations backK030900 Inion Otps Biodegradable Fixaton SystemInion, Ltd. · 2003
- 5 generations backK043248 Tightrope Syndesmosis Repair Kit, Titanium, Model AR-8920DS…Arthrex, Inc. · 2005
- 4 generations backK052776 Tightrope Acromioclavicular (AC) Device, Titanium, Stainless Steel…Arthrex, Inc. · 2005
- 3 generations backK061925 Mini Tightrope Repair Kit, Model AR-8911DSArthrex, Inc. · 2006
- 2 generations backK071978 Mini Tightrope FT Repair KitArthrex, Inc. · 2007
- 1 generation backK090107 Mini TightropeArthrex, Inc. · 2009
- This deviceK111032 CMC Cable FixInstratek, Inc. · 2011
Most influential descendants
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Line of descent and top descendants
| Generation | Number | Device | Applicant | Decided | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| −10 | K792022 | Herbert Bone Screw | Zimmer, Inc. | 1979 | 6 |
| −9 | K974876 | Bionx Distal Radius Screw | Bionx Implants, Inc. | 1998 | — |
| −8 | K992947 | Cannulated Smartscrew Models 224540C, 224570C | Bionx Implants, Ltd. | 1999 | — |
| −7 | K012001 | Smartscrew | Bionx Implants, Ltd. | 2001 | — |
| −6 | K030900 | Inion Otps Biodegradable Fixaton System | Inion, Ltd. | 2003 | — |
| −5 | K043248 | Tightrope Syndesmosis Repair Kit, Titanium, Model AR-8920DS; Stainless Steel.… | Arthrex, Inc. | 2005 | — |
| −4 | K052776 | Tightrope Acromioclavicular (AC) Device, Titanium, Stainless Steel , Models… | Arthrex, Inc. | 2005 | — |
| −3 | K061925 | Mini Tightrope Repair Kit, Model AR-8911DS | Arthrex, Inc. | 2006 | — |
| −2 | K071978 | Mini Tightrope FT Repair Kit | Arthrex, Inc. | 2007 | — |
| −1 | K090107 | Mini Tightrope | Arthrex, Inc. | 2009 | — |
| 0 (this device) | K111032 | CMC Cable Fix | Instratek, Inc. | 2011 | — |
| +1 | K200332 | EXPERT - Joint Fixation System | GM Dos Reis Industria e Comercio Ltda. | 2020 | — |
| +2 | K242311 | EXPERT - Flexible Joint Fixation System | GM Dos Reis Industria e Comercio Ltda. | 2024 | — |
Other ancestors by year cleared
| Year cleared | Devices | With a Class I recall |
|---|---|---|
| 1990 | 2 | 0 |
| 1992 | 1 | 0 |
| 1993 | 1 | 0 |
| 1994 | 2 | 0 |
| 1995 | 3 | 0 |
| 1996 | 7 | 0 |
| 1997 | 4 | 0 |
| 1998 | 3 | 0 |
| 1999 | 5 | 0 |
| 2000 | 3 | 0 |
| 2001 | 7 | 0 |
| 2002 | 3 | 0 |
| 2003 | 2 | 0 |
| 2004 | 3 | 0 |
| 2008 | 1 | 0 |
| 2009 | 1 | 0 |
Descendants by year cleared
| Year cleared | Devices | With a Class I recall |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 1 | 0 |
| 2024 | 1 | 0 |
Sources: FDA 510(k) database (decision fields), the FDA summary (predicates and indications), FDA recall and enforcement reports, and MAUDE; processed by 510(k) Report. Verify on FDA.gov · Methodology and accuracy.
Planning a device in HTN? A 510(k) Report weighs predicate choices, recall history and review times for a new device like this one.
Top candidate predicates for a new HTN device
- #1 K201522 Arthrex Syndesmosis TightRope XP Buttress…score 16.4 · 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? (2)
Devices the submitter claimed this one is substantially equivalent to (*), and reference devices cited for a specific test or feature (†), as written in the FDA summary.
| Type | Number | Device | Decided |
|---|---|---|---|
| * | K090107 | Mini TightropeSummary page 1…: Button/Suture Device classification name: Washer, Bolt Nut, HTIN at 21 CFR 888.3030 Legally marketed device to Arthrex Mini TightRope Tm Repair Kit, K090107 which the device is Michelangelo Bunion System, K091763 (material only) substantially equivalent: Description of th… | 2009 |
| * | K091763 | Michelangelo Bunion System - Mabs, Model: MA6000Summary page 1…olt Nut, HTIN at 21 CFR 888.3030 Legally marketed device to Arthrex Mini TightRope Tm Repair Kit, K090107 which the device is Michelangelo Bunion System, K091763 (material only) substantially equivalent: Description of the device: The Instratek CMC Cable FIX is a suture button implant… | 2009 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| K200332 | EXPERT - Joint Fixation System | 2020 | 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?
- The line of descent spans 32 years and passes through 6 companies; a new generation was cleared every 1.8 years on median.
- 5 of the 58 ancestors have a recall of any class.
- Of its descendants, K200332 (GM Dos Reis Industria e Comercio Ltda., 2020) has gone furthest, with 1 descendant of its own.
- 6 other devices also cite its predicate K090107.
How does its category compare?
All HTN devicesHTN Washer, Bolt Nut: FDA decisions, review times, recalls and adverse event reports over 20 years. 2011, this device’s year, is highlighted.
FDA decisions per year · HTN
4in 2025
2026 to Oct 25, outlined.
Median 510(k) review, days · HTN
75in 2025
Receipt to decision; years with fewer than 3 clearances left blank.
Recalls per year · HTN
1in 2019
Class I (0 since 2007) Class II/III not classified
Adverse event reports per year · HTN
190in 2025
MAUDE reports naming product code HTN, 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 | 1 | — | 0 | 14 |
| 2008 | 2 | — | 0 | 11 |
| 2009 | 3 | 86 | 0 | 22 |
| 2010 | 0 | — | 0 | 17 |
| 2011 | 4 | 130 | 0 | 12 |
| 2012 | 0 | — | 0 | 69 |
| 2013 | 3 | 105 | 1 | 45 |
| 2014 | 8 | 98 | 0 | 33 |
| 2015 | 2 | — | 0 | 35 |
| 2016 | 1 | — | 0 | 43 |
| 2017 | 6 | 88 | 0 | 30 |
| 2018 | 2 | — | 0 | 48 |
| 2019 | 5 | 116 | 1 | 53 |
| 2020 | 3 | 87 | 0 | 81 |
| 2021 | 2 | — | 0 | 149 |
| 2022 | 5 | 86 | 0 | 85 |
| 2023 | 2 | — | 0 | 108 |
| 2024 | 6 | 90 | 0 | 269 |
| 2025 | 4 | 75 | 0 | 190 |
| 2026 | 2 | — | 0 | — |
What is it indicated for?
The Instratek CIMO Cable Fix is a suture button implant designed to stabilize the thumb metacarpal following removal or partial resection of the trapezium. The CMVC Cable Fix is an adjunct in the healing process when used in conjunction with a biologic reconstruction of the ligament at the base of the thumb metacarpal for treatment of carpomnetacarpal (CIMO) arthritis and instability.
Indications for use as stated in the FDA summary.
https://510kreport.com/device/K111032 · printed Nov 6, 2026
Cite this page
510(k) Report. “K111032: CMC Cable Fix.” Lineage record from FDA 510(k) data and the FDA summary. Updated Nov 3, 2026. Accessed Nov 6, 2026. https://510kreport.com/device/K111032
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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