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Speedlock Knotless Fixation Device, 3mm Drill, 3MM+ Drill, Pathfinder Obturator & Sharp Tipped Obturator, Low Profile Dr

by Arthrocare Corp.

510(k) K130196

Active United States

510(k)

Valid until

No expiry

510(k) clearance is not time-limited

FDA recalls

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Regulatory status

as of registry sync 22 Oct 2026

RegionAuthorizationNumberDateStatus
United StatesFDA 510(k)SESE Substantially Equivalent · Special NumberK130196 Date27 Feb 2013ClearedStatusActive

Recalls

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Coverage

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Specification

510(k)

510(k) Number
FDA Product Code
MBI
Device Class
Class II
Regulation
21 CFR Part 888.3040
Advisory Committee
Orthopedic
FDA Decision
SESE Substantially Equivalent

Overview

AI-generated summary, 19 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 SpeedLock Knotless Fixation Device is a knotless soft-tissue-to-bone fixation system designed for orthopedic applications. It employs a low-profile drill and obturators to create secure anchors for procedures such as Bankart repairs and other soft tissue stabilization techniques.

This device is supplied sterile and intended for single-use, with components including a 3mm drill, a 3mm+ drill, a Pathfinder obturator, and a sharp-tipped obturator. It is regulated under FDA 510(k) clearance (K130196) as a Class II medical device, adhering to orthopedic fixation standards. Storage and handling must comply with sterile instrument protocols to maintain integrity.

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Questions

AI-generated answers, 19 Sep 2026

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  • What types of orthopedic procedures is the SpeedLock Knotless Fixation Device primarily used for?

    The SpeedLock Knotless Fixation Device is designed for soft-tissue-to-bone fixation in orthopedic procedures like Bankart repairs and other soft tissue stabilization techniques. It uses a knotless system to securely anchor tissues, reducing the need for traditional suturing methods.

  • Is the SpeedLock Knotless Fixation Device intended for reuse, or is it meant to be used only once?

    The SpeedLock Knotless Fixation Device is explicitly supplied sterile and intended for single-use only. Reusing it could compromise sterility and compromise patient safety, so it must be discarded after one procedure.

  • What components are included in the SpeedLock Knotless Fixation Device kit, and how do they function?

    The kit includes a 3mm drill, a 3mm+ drill, a Pathfinder obturator, and a sharp-tipped obturator, all designed to create precise anchor points in bone for soft tissue fixation. The drills prepare the site, while the obturators assist in placing the fixation device without damaging surrounding tissue.

  • How should the SpeedLock Knotless Fixation Device be stored to ensure it remains sterile and functional?

    Since the device is sterile, it must be stored and handled following sterile instrument protocols to maintain its integrity. This includes keeping it in its original packaging, away from contamination, and adhering to manufacturer guidelines to prevent damage or compromise of sterility before use.

  • What regulatory pathway was followed for FDA clearance of this device, and what class does it fall under?

    The SpeedLock Knotless Fixation Device was cleared via an FDA 510(k) submission (K130196) under the Orthopedic (OR) advisory committee, classified as a Class II medical device. The clearance was granted as substantially equivalent to a predicate device, adhering to orthopedic fixation standards.