Recognized standard

F2009-20

FDA recognition 11-371 · ASTM · Orthopedic

Key facts

Recognition number 11-371
Designation F2009-20
Title Standard Test Method for Determining the Axial Disassembly Force of Taper Connections of Modular Prostheses
Standards developer ASTM International
Specialty area Orthopedic
Date of entry Dec 21, 2020
Device classes Class 3, Class 2
Scope (excerpt) 1.1 This test method establishes a standard methodology for determining the force required, under laboratory conditions, to disassemble tapers of implants that are otherwise not intended to release. Some examples are the femoral components of a total or partial hip replacement or shoulder in which…

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