Recognized standard

18397 First edition 2016-01 Standard No. 157-2020

FDA recognition 4-336 · ISO · Dental/ENT

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Recognition number 4-336
Designation 18397 First edition 2016-01 Standard No. 157-2020
Title Dentistry - Powered scaler Powered Dental Scaler Handpieces and Tips
Standards developer International Organization for Standardization
Specialty area Dental/ENT
Date of entry Dec 23, 2024
Device classes Class 2
Scope (excerpt) ISO 18397:2016 specifies requirements and test methods for air-powered and electrical-powered scaler handpieces and scaler tips, including piezo, ferrostrictive and magnetostrictive type ultrasonic scalers, operated as stand-alone items or connected to dental units, for use on patients. It also…

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