510(k) · Cleared
ClearedDEFINE System (AG612444A)
Data to Oct 25, 2026 (FDA decisions) Oct 12, 2026 (recalls) Sep 30, 2026 (MAUDE) refreshed weekly
InMode, Ltd. · PBX Massager, Vacuum, Radio Frequency Induced Heat
Cleared on Nov 14, 2024 as substantially equivalent to K191855 (Inmode MD, Ltd., 2019) and 2 other predicates after a 76-day review. Its family tree reaches back 22 generations to 1995.
- Decided
- Nov 14, 2024
- Review
- 76 days
- Class
- Class II
- Product code
- PBX
- Recalls
- None
- Predicates
- 3
Its longest line of descent runs back 22 generations to K943450 (1995). 363 ancestors in all, the oldest K800617 (1980). No later device cites it as a predicate yet.
- Root · 22 generations backK943450 Arthrocare Arthroscopic Electrosurgery System Model 970Arthrocare Corp. · 1995
- 18 generations between
- 3 generations backK150035 V10 systemViora, Ltd. · 2015
- 2 generations backK153568 InMode Plus SystemInmode MD, Ltd. · 2016
- 1 generation backK191855 EmFace DeviceInmode MD, Ltd. · 2019
- This deviceK242598 DEFINE System (AG612444A)InMode, Ltd. · 2024
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- Root · 22 generations backK943450 Arthrocare Arthroscopic Electrosurgery System Model 970Arthrocare Corp. · 1995
- 21 generations backK961069 Arthrocare Urologic Multi-Electrode Electrosurgery SystemArthrocare Corp. · 1996
- 20 generations backK962445 Arthrocare Dental Electrosurgery SystemArthrocare Corp. · 1996
- 19 generations backK964849 Arthrocare Dermatologic Electrosurgery SystemArthrocare Corp. · 1997
- 18 generations backK973478 Arthrocare Sinus Electrosurgery SystemArthrocare Corp. · 1998
- 17 generations backK981870 Visage Cosmetic Surgery SystemArthrocare Corp. · 1998
- 16 generations backK000944 Thermage Thermacool SystemThermage, Inc. · 2000
- 15 generations backK013034 Modification to: Thermacool IiaThermage, Inc. · 2001
- 14 generations backK013639 Thermage Thermacool TC SystemThermage, Inc. · 2002
- 13 generations backK021402 Thermage Thermacool TC SystemThermage, Inc. · 2002
- 12 generations backK030142 Thermacool TC SystemThermage, Inc. · 2003
- 11 generations backK031671 Polaris WRSyneron Medical, Ltd. · 2003
- 10 generations backK051214 Aluma Skin Renewal SystemLumenis, Inc. · 2005
- 9 generations backK060448 Lumenis One Family of Systems; Lumenis One.Lumenis, Ltd. · 2006
- 8 generations backK072564 Alma Lasers Harmony XL Multi-Application PlatformAlma Lasers, Ltd. · 2008
- 7 generations backK082876 Beamax/ Formax Pulsed Light Device FamilySharplight Technologies, Ltd. · 2008
- 6 generations backK111303 Dermatological Treatment Device FamilySharplight Technologies, Ltd. · 2011
- 5 generations backK133837 Viora V-TotalViora, Ltd. · 2014
- 4 generations backK142093 V20 SystemViora, Ltd. · 2014
- 3 generations backK150035 V10 systemViora, Ltd. · 2015
- 2 generations backK153568 InMode Plus SystemInmode MD, Ltd. · 2016
- 1 generation backK191855 EmFace DeviceInmode MD, Ltd. · 2019
- This deviceK242598 DEFINE System (AG612444A)InMode, Ltd. · 2024
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Line of descent and top descendants
| Generation | Number | Device | Applicant | Decided | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| −22 | K943450 | Arthrocare Arthroscopic Electrosurgery System Model 970 | Arthrocare Corp. | 1995 | — |
| −21 | K961069 | Arthrocare Urologic Multi-Electrode Electrosurgery System | Arthrocare Corp. | 1996 | — |
| −20 | K962445 | Arthrocare Dental Electrosurgery System | Arthrocare Corp. | 1996 | — |
| −19 | K964849 | Arthrocare Dermatologic Electrosurgery System | Arthrocare Corp. | 1997 | — |
| −18 | K973478 | Arthrocare Sinus Electrosurgery System | Arthrocare Corp. | 1998 | — |
| −17 | K981870 | Visage Cosmetic Surgery System | Arthrocare Corp. | 1998 | — |
| −16 | K000944 | Thermage Thermacool System | Thermage, Inc. | 2000 | — |
| −15 | K013034 | Modification to: Thermacool Iia | Thermage, Inc. | 2001 | — |
| −14 | K013639 | Thermage Thermacool TC System | Thermage, Inc. | 2002 | — |
| −13 | K021402 | Thermage Thermacool TC System | Thermage, Inc. | 2002 | — |
| −12 | K030142 | Thermacool TC System | Thermage, Inc. | 2003 | — |
| −11 | K031671 | Polaris WR | Syneron Medical, Ltd. | 2003 | — |
| −10 | K051214 | Aluma Skin Renewal System | Lumenis, Inc. | 2005 | — |
| −9 | K060448 | Lumenis One Family of Systems; Lumenis One. | Lumenis, Ltd. | 2006 | — |
| −8 | K072564 | Alma Lasers Harmony XL Multi-Application Platform | Alma Lasers, Ltd. | 2008 | — |
| −7 | K082876 | Beamax/ Formax Pulsed Light Device Family | Sharplight Technologies, Ltd. | 2008 | — |
| −6 | K111303 | Dermatological Treatment Device Family | Sharplight Technologies, Ltd. | 2011 | — |
| −5 | K133837 | Viora V-Total | Viora, Ltd. | 2014 | — |
| −4 | K142093 | V20 System | Viora, Ltd. | 2014 | — |
| −3 | K150035 | V10 system | Viora, Ltd. | 2015 | — |
| −2 | K153568 | InMode Plus System | Inmode MD, Ltd. | 2016 | — |
| −1 | K191855 | EmFace Device | Inmode MD, Ltd. | 2019 | — |
| 0 (this device) | K242598 | DEFINE System (AG612444A) | InMode, Ltd. | 2024 | — |
Other ancestors by year cleared
| Year cleared | Devices | With a Class I recall |
|---|---|---|
| 1980 | 1 | 0 |
| 1982 | 2 | 0 |
| 1984 | 1 | 0 |
| 1985 | 2 | 0 |
| 1986 | 3 | 0 |
| 1988 | 2 | 0 |
| 1989 | 3 | 0 |
| 1990 | 4 | 0 |
| 1991 | 10 | 0 |
| 1992 | 4 | 0 |
| 1993 | 9 | 0 |
| 1994 | 18 | 0 |
| 1995 | 18 | 0 |
| 1996 | 22 | 0 |
| 1997 | 23 | 0 |
| 1998 | 22 | 0 |
| 1999 | 14 | 0 |
| 2000 | 26 | 0 |
| 2001 | 28 | 0 |
| 2002 | 33 | 0 |
| 2003 | 28 | 0 |
| 2004 | 16 | 0 |
| 2005 | 15 | 0 |
| 2006 | 5 | 0 |
| 2007 | 9 | 0 |
| 2008 | 3 | 0 |
| 2009 | 5 | 0 |
| 2010 | 2 | 0 |
| 2011 | 3 | 0 |
| 2012 | 1 | 0 |
| 2014 | 1 | 0 |
| 2017 | 1 | 0 |
| 2018 | 2 | 0 |
| 2019 | 1 | 0 |
| 2020 | 2 | 0 |
| 2021 | 1 | 0 |
| 2023 | 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 PBX? 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 PBX device
- #1 K210877 Evolve System with the T3 Applicatorscore 23.6 · 24 generations · no Class I recall
- #2 Held for the reportin the report
- #3 Held for the reportin the report
What was it cleared against? (3)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| * | K191855 | EmFace DeviceSummary page 5…owing predicate devices: Predicate Manufacturer Device Predicate 510(k) No. Main Predicate InMode Ltd. EmFace Device with K191855 Cheek & Chin Applicators InMode Ltd. FORMA Applicator… | 2019 |
| * | K210492 | InMode RF Pro SystemSummary page 5…. EmFace Device with K191855 Cheek & Chin Applicators InMode Ltd. FORMA Applicator K210492 Secondary InMode Ltd. MiniFX Applicator K210492 Predicates InMode Ltd… | 2021 |
| * | K231790 | The InMode System with the Morpheus8 ApplicatorsSummary page 5…ndary InMode Ltd. MiniFX Applicator K210492 Predicates InMode Ltd. Morpheus8 Applicators K210492 & K231790 K242598 Page 2 of 11 DEFINE… | 2023 |
What descends from it?
No later submission names this one as a predicate yet.
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 29 years and passes through 10 companies; a new generation was cleared every 10 months on median.
- 13 of the 363 ancestors have a recall of any class.
How does its category compare?
All PBX devicesPBX Massager, Vacuum, Radio Frequency Induced Heat: FDA decisions, review times, recalls and adverse event reports over 20 years. 2024, this device’s year, is highlighted.
FDA decisions per year · PBX
7in 2025
2026 to Oct 25, outlined.
Median 510(k) review, days · PBX
200in 2025
Receipt to decision; years with fewer than 3 clearances left blank.
Recalls per year · PBX
1in 2017
Class I (0 since 2007) Class II/III not classified
Adverse event reports per year · PBX
4in 2025
MAUDE reports naming product code PBX, 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 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 | 1 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 | 0 | — | 0 | 12 |
| 2014 | 2 | — | 0 | 4 |
| 2015 | 5 | 181 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 7 | 130 | 0 | 2 |
| 2017 | 6 | 132 | 1 | 1 |
| 2018 | 3 | 89 | 0 | 1 |
| 2019 | 8 | 147 | 0 | 4 |
| 2020 | 8 | 134 | 0 | 4 |
| 2021 | 6 | 169 | 0 | 8 |
| 2022 | 7 | 308 | 0 | 7 |
| 2023 | 9 | 227 | 0 | 7 |
| 2024 | 6 | 130 | 0 | 2 |
| 2025 | 7 | 200 | 0 | 4 |
| 2026 | 6 | 225 | 0 | — |
What is it indicated for?
The DEFINE System with the non-invasive applicators employs RF energy for various applications: The DEFINE System with the Cheek and Chin Applicators is indicated for the temporary relief of minor muscle aches and pain, temporary relief of muscle spasm, and temporary improvement of local blood circulation. The DEFINE System with the FORMA Applicator is intended for the relief of minor muscle aches and pain, relief of muscle spasm, and for the temporary…
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The DEFINE System with the non-invasive applicators employs RF energy for various applications:
The DEFINE System with the Cheek and Chin Applicators is indicated for the temporary relief of minor muscle aches and pain, temporary relief of muscle spasm, and temporary improvement of local blood circulation.
The DEFINE System with the FORMA Applicator is intended for the relief of minor muscle aches and pain, relief of muscle spasm, and for the temporary improvement of local blood circulation.
The DEFINE System with the MiniFX Applicator is intended for the relief of minor muscle aches and pain, relief of muscle spasm, for the temporary improvement of local blood circulation and for the temporary reduction in the appearance of cellulite.
The DEFINE System with the Morpheus8 Applicator is intended for use in dermatologic procedures where coagulation/contraction of soft tissue or hemostasis is needed.
At higher energy levels greater than 62 mJ/pin, the use of the Morpheus8 Applicator is limited to Skin Types I-IV.
Indications for use read by OCR from a scanned FDA summary, so letters may be misread. Check the PDF before quoting it.
https://510kreport.com/device/K242598 · printed Nov 6, 2026
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510(k) Report. “K242598: DEFINE System (AG612444A).” Lineage record from FDA 510(k) data and the FDA summary. Updated Nov 3, 2026. Accessed Nov 6, 2026. https://510kreport.com/device/K242598
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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