# K181845: Pivot System Sterilization case

- Pathway: 510(k) (Traditional)
- Applicant: Rp Medical, Inc.
- Decided: Nov 25, 2019 after 502 days
- Product code: KCT (Sterilization Wrap Containers, Trays, Cassettes & Other Accessories)
- Device class: 2
- Regulation: 21 CFR 880.6850
- Recalls of this device: none
- Data: FDA decisions to Oct 25, 2026; recalls to Oct 12, 2026

## Lineage
Longest line of descent: 9 generations back to K844002 (1984). 15 ancestors in all.
No later device cites it as a predicate yet.
0 of 16 devices in its family (counting itself) have a Class I recall.

## Predicates on the family tree (from the FDA summary)
- K173615: Stryker Universal Select Sterilization Tray System, Paragon Medical (2018) Summary page 5.

## Indications for use
The RP Medical Pivot System Sterilization Tray System is intended to organize, enclose, sterilize, transport and store Pivot System surgical instruments within a healthcare facility when used in conjunction with a legally marketed, validated, FDA-cleared sterilization wrap for use in healthcare facilities in order to maintain sterility of the enclosed devices. The Pivot System Sterilization Tray System has been validated for use in the following sterilization cycles: Enclosure Pivot System Sterilization Case Cycle Pre-Vacuum Temperature 132°C (270°F) Sterilization Time 4 minutes Pressure 2-15 PSIA Minimum Dry Time 30 minutes in chamber The maximum validated product loads for the trays in containers are as follows: 2-Level Rack, Level 2, Pivot System Sterilization Tray 39.1960.01, RP OST Tool Handle, 3 each 39.1960.02, RP OST Tool Rod, 3 each 39.1960.51.01, RP OST Tool 1D RH 16mm, 1 each 39.1960.51.02 RP OST Tool 1D RH 22mm, 1 each 39.1960.20.01 RP OST Angle 162mm, 1 each 39.1960.20.02 RP OST Angle 19mm, 1 each 39.1960.20.03 RP OST Angle 21.5mm, 1 each 39.1960.40.01 RP TM Spike Blade, 1 each 39.1960.60.01 OST Reverse Blade 11mm, 1 each 39.1960.60.02 OST Reverse Blade 16mm, 1 each 39.1960.30.01 RP OST Tool Curve 16mm, 1 each 39.1960.30.02 RP OST Tool Curve 19mm, 1 each 39.1960.30.03 RP OST Tool Curve 21.5mm, 1 each 39.1960.10.01 RP OST Straight 20mm, 1 each 39.1960.10.02 RP OST Straight 40mm, 1 each 39.1960.10.03 RP OST Straight 43mm, 1 each 39.1960.10.04 RP OST Straight 47.5mm, 1 each 39.1960.52.01, RP OST Tool 1D LH 16mm, 1 each 39.1960.52.02 RP OST Tool 1D LH 22mm, 1 each 2-Level Rack — Level 1, Pivot System Sterilization Tray 39.1960.01, RP OST Tool Handle, 1 each 39.1960.02, RP OST Tool Rod, 1 each 39.1960.05, Retractor, 1 each 39.1960.07, RP OST System, 1 each 39.1960.70.01 RP Curved Hip Long, 1 each 39.1960.70.02 RP Curved Hip Short, 1 each 39.1960.70.03 RP Curved Hip, 1 each

Source page: https://510kreport.com/device/K181845
Methodology: https://510kreport.com/methodology