Castle Series 100HC Steam Sterilizers
510(k) K994314
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FDA recalls
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Regulatory status
| Region | Authorization | Number | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | FDA 510(k)SESE | NumberK994314 | Date16 Feb 2000 | StatusActive |
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United States — FDA 510(k) Active
Specification
- 510(k) Number
- FDA Product Code
- FLE
- Device Class
- Class II
- Regulation
- 21 CFR Part 880.6880
- Advisory Committee
- General Hospital
- FDA Decision
- SESE Substantially Equivalent
Overview
AI-generated summary, 26 Sep 2026
The Castle Series 100HC Steam Sterilizers are devices intended for use by healthcare facilities to sterilize wrapped and unwrapped surgical instruments, linens, and liquids (not intended for direct patient contact) by means of pressurized steam. These devices are classified as steam sterilizers and are designed for general hospital use.
The Castle Series 100HC Steam Sterilizers are supplied as reusable devices and are not specified as single-use. The device is FDA 510(k) cleared with K994314, classified under product code FLE, and regulation number 880.6880. The device received FDA clearance on February 16, 2000, as substantially equivalent.
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Questions
AI-generated answers, 26 Sep 2026
What is the Castle Series 100HC Steam Sterilizer used for?
The Castle Series 100HC Steam Sterilizer is intended for use by healthcare facilities to sterilize wrapped and unwrapped surgical instruments, linens, and liquids that are not intended for direct patient contact, using pressurized steam as the sterilizing agent.
Is the Castle Series 100HC Steam Sterilizer a single-use or reusable device?
The Castle Series 100HC Steam Sterilizer is supplied as a reusable device and is not specified as single-use, meaning it is designed for multiple sterilization cycles after proper cleaning and maintenance between uses.
What types of items can be sterilized in the Castle Series 100HC Steam Sterilizer?
This device can sterilize wrapped and unwrapped surgical instruments, linens, and liquids, provided they are not intended for direct patient contact, making it suitable for general hospital use where such items require steam-based sterilization.
What regulatory pathway was used for the Castle Series 100HC Steam Sterilizer?
The Castle Series 100HC Steam Sterilizer received FDA 510(k) clearance under K994314 on February 16, 2000, as substantially equivalent to a legally marketed predicate device, and is classified under product code FLE and regulation number 880.6880.