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APC Implantable Pacing Lead, Model 3266

by American Pacemaker Corp.

510(k) K810398

Active United States

510(k)

Valid until

No expiry

510(k) clearance is not time-limited

FDA recalls

None found

in data synced 22 Oct 2026

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Regulatory status

as of registry sync 22 Oct 2026

RegionAuthorizationNumberDateStatus
United StatesFDA 510(k)SESE Substantially Equivalent · Traditional NumberK810398 Date15 May 1981ClearedStatusActive

Recalls

0 recalls · FDA

No FDA recalls found in the data synced 22 Oct 2026.

Coverage

1 jurisdiction

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United States — FDA 510(k) Active

Specification

510(k)

510(k) Number
FDA Product Code
DTB
Device Class
Class III
Regulation
21 CFR Part 870.3680
Advisory Committee
Cardiovascular
FDA Decision
SESE Substantially Equivalent

Overview

AI-generated summary, 18 Sep 2026

Written by a language model from registry data. Not verified by deviCERTS or the manufacturer. The registry data above is the record.

The APC Implantable Pacing Lead, Model 3266, is a Permanent Pacemaker Electrode, classified as a Class III device under FDA regulation 870.3680. This device is designed to transmit electrical impulses from an implanted pacemaker to the heart muscle, facilitating proper cardiac rhythm regulation by stimulating the heart chambers as needed.

This lead is intended for surgical implantation within the cardiovascular system and is supplied sterile for single-use. It is regulated under the FDA’s 510(k) pathway with clearance number K810398, granted as substantially equivalent (SESE) in 1981. The device is categorized under product code DTB and is intended for use in cardiac pacing applications, adhering to cardiovascular medical specialty standards.

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Questions

AI-generated answers, 18 Sep 2026

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  • What is the primary purpose of the APC Implantable Pacing Lead, Model 3266, and how does it function in the body?

    The APC Implantable Pacing Lead, Model 3266, is designed to transmit electrical impulses from an implanted pacemaker to the heart muscle. Its primary purpose is to regulate cardiac rhythm by stimulating the heart chambers when needed, ensuring proper heart function in patients with pacing requirements.

  • Is the APC Implantable Pacing Lead, Model 3266, intended for single-use or can it be reused after implantation?

    The device is supplied sterile and explicitly intended for single-use only. It is not designed or approved for reuse, as this could compromise patient safety and sterility.

  • What regulatory pathway was followed for the clearance of this device, and what does that mean for its use?

    The APC Implantable Pacing Lead, Model 3266, was cleared through the FDA’s 510(k) pathway as substantially equivalent (SESE) in 1981. This means the device was determined to have the same intended use, technological characteristics, and performance as a legally marketed predicate device, ensuring it meets regulatory standards for safety and effectiveness in cardiac pacing applications.

  • What are the key specifications or product codes associated with this device that help identify its regulatory classification?

    The device is classified under FDA product code DTB and falls under regulation number 870.3680, categorized as a Class III device. It is also associated with multiple registration numbers (e.g., 2017865, 2032521) and is regulated under the Cardiovascular medical specialty, reflecting its use in pacing applications.

  • How should the APC Implantable Pacing Lead, Model 3266, be stored before use, given its sterile packaging?

    Since the device is supplied sterile for single-use, it should be stored in its original, unopened packaging in a clean, dry environment away from direct sunlight or extreme temperatures. Always follow manufacturer guidelines for storage to maintain sterility and integrity until implantation.