K051835 is an FDA 510(k) clearance for the NPAC MULTI-USE EAR THERMOMETER, MODELS TP 700,TP 702. Classified as Continuous Measurement Thermometer (product code FLL), Class II - Special Controls.
Submitted by Norm Pacific Automation Corp. (Hsin-Chu, TW). The FDA issued a Cleared decision on September 23, 2005 after a review of 79 days - a notably fast clearance cycle.
This device falls under the General Hospital FDA review panel, regulated under 21 CFR 880.2910 - the FDA general hospital device framework. As a Special 510(k), this submission covers a manufacturer modification to an existing cleared device rather than a new device introduction.
Device pattern: Iterative device modification. Low regulatory complexity profile. This Special 510(k) clearance confirms that the manufacturer's modifications remained within the established regulatory envelope of the original cleared device.