DualCap IV Pole Strips (Disinfectant Caps for Male Luers)
510(k) K142399
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FDA recalls
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Regulatory status
| Region | Authorization | Number | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | FDA 510(k)SESE | NumberK142399 | Date19 Nov 2014 | StatusActive |
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United States — FDA 510(k) Active
Specification
- 510(k) Number
- FDA Product Code
- QBP
- Device Class
- Class II
- Regulation
- 21 CFR Part 880.5440
- Advisory Committee
- General Hospital
- FDA Decision
- SESE Substantially Equivalent
Overview
AI-generated summary, 1 Oct 2026
The DualCap IV Pole Strips are disinfectant caps designed for male luer connectors, classified as a device disinfectant. These caps provide a physical barrier to contamination, ensuring sterile access to intravenous (IV) lines while maintaining hygiene standards for patient care.
These single-use, sterile caps are intended for use in general hospital settings. When applied for 30 seconds, they disinfect needle-free luer access valves, followed by up to 7 days of contamination protection under normal conditions. Supplied in strips, they comply with FDA 510(k) clearance (K142399) and are regulated under FDA classification II (QBP). Storage and handling must adhere to sterile medical device protocols.
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Questions
AI-generated answers, 1 Oct 2026
What are the DualCap IV Pole Strips designed for?
The DualCap IV Pole Strips are designed as disinfectant caps specifically for male luer connectors, such as needle-free luer access valves on intravenous (IV) lines. They create a physical barrier to contamination while also disinfecting the connector when applied for 30 seconds, ensuring sterile access to IV systems in general hospital settings.
How are these caps supplied, and are they reusable?
The DualCap IV Pole Strips are supplied in strips and are intended for single-use only. This design ensures sterility and hygiene compliance, as reuse could compromise the disinfectant properties and barrier protection.
How long do these caps protect against contamination after application?
Once applied for the required 30-second disinfection period, these caps provide up to 7 days of contamination protection under normal conditions. This duration helps maintain hygiene standards for IV lines in clinical environments.
What regulatory approvals do these disinfectant caps hold?
The DualCap IV Pole Strips are cleared by the FDA under the 510(k) pathway with clearance number K142399. They are classified as a Class II device under the product code QBP (Device Disinfectant) and comply with FDA regulations for general hospital use.
How should these caps be stored to maintain sterility?
These caps must be stored and handled according to sterile medical device protocols to preserve their sterility. This includes keeping them in their original packaging until immediate use and avoiding exposure to contaminants or environmental conditions that could compromise their integrity.