Therma-Shield Neonatal Incubator
510(k) K801461
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FDA recalls
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Regulatory status
| Region | Authorization | Number | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | FDA 510(k)SESE | NumberK801461 | Date28 Jul 1980 | StatusActive |
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United States — FDA 510(k) Active
Specification
- Full name
- Therma-Shield
- 510(k) Number
- FDA Product Code
- FMZ
- Device Class
- Class II
- Regulation
- 21 CFR Part 880.5400
- Advisory Committee
- General Hospital
- FDA Decision
- SESE Substantially Equivalent
Overview
AI-generated summary, 19 Sep 2026
The Therma-Shield is a neonatal incubator, a Class II medical device designed to provide a controlled thermal and environmental environment for premature or low-birth-weight infants. It maintains stable temperature, humidity, and oxygen levels to support neonatal care in general hospital settings, ensuring physiological stability during critical early development stages.
This device is supplied as a reusable, non-sterile medical instrument, intended for use in neonatal intensive care units (NICUs) or general hospital wards. It adheres to FDA 510(k) clearance under K801461, classified under regulation number 880.5400 for neonatal incubators. Storage and maintenance follow manufacturer guidelines to preserve functionality, with no specific MRI safety restrictions noted in regulatory filings.
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Questions
AI-generated answers, 19 Sep 2026
What types of neonatal patients is the Therma-Shield designed to support in a hospital setting?
The Therma-Shield is specifically designed to provide a controlled thermal and environmental environment for premature or low-birth-weight infants. Its features—including stable temperature, humidity, and oxygen regulation—are intended to support physiological stability during critical early development stages in neonatal intensive care units (NICUs) or general hospital wards.
Is the Therma-Shield intended for single-use or reusable applications, and how does this affect maintenance?
The Therma-Shield is supplied as a reusable, non-sterile medical device. Because it is not single-use, proper cleaning, maintenance, and storage per the manufacturer’s guidelines are essential to preserve its functionality and ensure safe, repeated use in neonatal care settings.
What regulatory pathway was followed for FDA clearance of the Therma-Shield, and what does this mean for its use?
The Therma-Shield received FDA clearance through a 510(k) submission (K801461) under the Traditional clearance type, classified as substantially equivalent to a predicate device. This means it was evaluated for safety and effectiveness compared to an existing, legally marketed device and is authorized for use in general hospital settings, including NICUs, as described in its regulatory filing.
Are there any special storage or handling requirements for the Therma-Shield beyond standard maintenance?
While the device itself is non-sterile and reusable, the manufacturer provides specific guidelines for storage and maintenance to ensure its proper function. These instructions should be followed to avoid degradation of performance, though no additional MRI safety restrictions are noted in the regulatory filings.