Steam iron with handle capable of being adjusted at multiple angles

Abstract

The utility model discloses a steam iron with a handle capable of being adjusted at multiple angles, which comprises a base and an iron main body arranged on the base, the handle is arranged on the iron main body, and the steam iron is characterized in that a spherical connecting piece is arranged between the iron main body and the handle, and a fixing part and an unlocking key are respectively arranged on two sides of the spherical connecting piece. The fixing part is provided with a first rotating shaft extending towards the unlocking key, the handle is provided with a rotating sleeve piece, the rotating sleeve piece is rotationally connected to the first rotating shaft, the bottom of the spherical connecting piece is provided with a second rotating shaft, and the spherical connecting piece is rotationally connected to the iron body through the second rotating shaft. The axis of the first rotating shaft is perpendicular to the axis of the second rotating shaft. A locking piece is arranged in the spherical connecting piece, an annular connecting plate is arranged on the unlocking key, the annular connecting plate penetrates through the first rotating shaft to be connected with the locking piece, and the unlocking key drives the locking piece to move in the axis direction of the first rotating shaft. The angle of the handle can be adjusted in the horizontal direction and the vertical direction according to different use requirements, so that a user can conveniently iron in different postures and angles, and the flexibility is greatly improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of steam irons, and particularly relates to a steam iron with a handle that can be adjusted at multiple angles. Background Art

[0002] A steam iron is a household appliance that uses steam to iron clothes. It heats the water in the water tank to generate high-temperature steam, which is ejected through the holes at the bottom of the iron. The steam helps to relax the fabric fibers, making it easier to iron out the wrinkles. Compared with traditional dry irons, steam irons are more suitable for dealing with thicker fabrics or stubborn wrinkles, and can also reduce damage to clothes.

[0003] For existing steam irons, the handle can only be rotated and adjusted in the horizontal direction, which cannot meet the needs of different users and different ironing postures. For example, when ironing clothes hanging vertically on a hanger, a single horizontal adjustment may not provide the best operating angle, and users need to maintain an unnatural hand posture during operation, which may cause hand fatigue or discomfort after long-term use. Summary of the Utility Model

[0004] The technical problem to be solved by the utility model is to provide a steam iron with a handle that can be adjusted at multiple angles, which can adjust the angle of the handle in the horizontal and vertical directions according to different usage requirements, enabling users to iron conveniently in different postures and angles, and greatly improving flexibility.

[0005] To solve the above technical problem, a steam iron with a handle that can be adjusted at multiple angles of the utility model includes a base and an iron body arranged on the base. A handle is provided on the iron body. The characteristics are as follows: A spherical connecting piece is arranged between the iron body and the handle. Fixing parts and unlocking buttons are respectively arranged on both sides of the spherical connecting piece. A first rotating shaft extending towards the unlocking button is arranged on the fixing part. A rotating sleeve is arranged on the handle. The rotating sleeve is rotatably connected to the first rotating shaft. A second rotating shaft is arranged at the bottom of the spherical connecting piece. The spherical connecting piece is rotatably connected to the iron body through the second rotating shaft. The axis of the first rotating shaft is perpendicular to the axis of the second rotating shaft. A locking piece is arranged inside the spherical connecting piece. An annular connecting plate is arranged on the unlocking button. The annular connecting plate passes through the first rotating shaft and is connected to the locking piece. The unlocking button drives the locking piece to move along the axis direction of the first rotating shaft.

[0006] A limiting baffle is arranged at one end of the first rotating shaft away from the fixing part. The rotating sleeve is rotatably connected between the locking piece and the limiting baffle.

[0007] A return spring is further arranged inside the spherical connecting piece. One end of the return spring abuts against the fixing part, and the other end abuts against the locking piece.

[0008] The locking member is provided with a first limiting groove, a second limiting groove, a third limiting groove, a fourth limiting groove and a fifth limiting groove. The rotating sleeve is provided with a locking stud, and the locking stud is selectively inserted into the first limiting groove, the second limiting groove, the third limiting groove, the fourth limiting groove or the fifth limiting groove.

[0009] The first limiting groove, the second limiting groove, the third limiting groove, the fourth limiting groove and the fifth limiting groove are circumferentially distributed on the locking member with the axis of the first rotating shaft as the central axis.

[0010] The locking member is provided with a guiding groove, and blocking strips are arranged on both sides of the guiding groove. The locking stud moves along the guiding groove.

[0011] The guiding groove is a 180° annular groove.

[0012] The included angle between the first limiting groove and the second limiting groove is 30°, the included angle between the second limiting groove and the third limiting groove is 30°, the included angle between the third limiting groove and the fourth limiting groove is 30°, and the included angle between the fourth limiting groove and the fifth limiting groove is 90°.

[0013] A power switch assembly is arranged at the bottom of the handle. A switch bracket is arranged inside the handle, and the power switch assembly is arranged on the switch bracket.

[0014] A water tank is arranged inside the iron body. The iron body is provided with a water inlet, and a cover body is hinged on the water inlet.

[0015] When the utility model is in use, the user holds the handle, presses the unlocking button on the spherical connecting piece, and rotates the handle to the vertical state. At this time, the locking column moves from the fifth limiting groove to the fourth limiting groove. The user opens the water inlet cover body on the iron body, adds an appropriate amount of water into the water tank inside the iron, and closes the cover body to ensure the sealing of the water tank. Next, the user can continue to rotate the handle in the vertical direction so that the locking column is selectively inserted into the first limiting groove, the second limiting groove, the third limiting groove and the fourth limiting groove. In addition, it can also be rotated in the horizontal direction. After finding the most comfortable holding position, the unlocking button is released. And the power of the iron is turned on through the power switch assembly at the bottom of the handle. The iron starts to heat up, and the water in the water tank is gradually heated and generates steam. When the required angle is reached, the unlocking button is released, and the locking member will automatically reset and fix the handle at the current angle. After the iron is heated to an appropriate temperature and generates steam, the user can start ironing clothes. The iron soleplate flattens the wrinkles on the clothes through the combination of high-temperature steam and heat. After use, the user turns off the iron again through the power switch at the bottom of the handle. After it cools down, the handle is turned back to the initial position and stored properly.

[0016] The beneficial effects brought by the utility model are:

[0017] The angle of the handle can be adjusted in the horizontal and vertical directions according to different usage requirements, enabling users to conveniently iron in different postures and angles, greatly improving flexibility.

[0018] The utility model is easy to operate. Users only need to press a button to quickly switch the handle between multiple preset angles and firmly lock it.

[0019] The power switch is set below the handle, which is not easily accidentally touched when not in use, improving the practical safety. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0020] Figure 1 is a schematic structural diagram of the utility model.

[0021] Figure 2 is a schematic structural diagram of the handle of the utility model.

[0022] Figure 3 is a sectional view of the handle of the utility model.

[0023] Figure 4 is a schematic structural diagram of the locking member, annular connecting plate and unlocking button of the utility model.

[0024] Figure 5 is a schematic structural diagram of the iron body of the utility model.

[0025] In the figure: 1, base; 2, iron body; 3, handle; 4, spherical connecting piece; 5, fixing part; 6, unlocking button; 7, first rotating shaft; 8, rotating kit; 9, second rotating shaft; 10, locking member; 11, annular connecting plate; 12, limit baffle; 13, return spring; 14, first limit groove; 15, second limit groove; 16, third limit groove; 17, fourth limit groove; 18, fifth limit groove; 19, locking convex column; 20, guiding groove; 21, blocking strip; 22, power switch assembly; 23, switch bracket; 24, cover body. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE EMBODIMENTS

[0026] Next, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described in conjunction with the accompanying drawings in the embodiments of the present utility model; obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of the present utility model, rather than all the embodiments. Based on the embodiments in the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative efforts shall fall within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0027] According to Figures 1 to 3As shown in the figure, a steam iron with a handle 3 that can be adjusted at multiple angles according to the present utility model includes a base 1 and an iron body 2 provided on the base 1. A handle 3 is provided on the iron body 2. It is characterized in that: a spherical connecting piece 4 is provided between the iron body 2 and the handle 3. This spherical connecting piece 4 allows the handle 3 to rotate and adjust in multiple directions to adapt to different operation requirements and hand postures. Fixed parts 5 and unlocking buttons 6 are respectively arranged on both sides of the spherical connecting piece 4. A first rotating shaft 7 extending towards the unlocking button 6 is provided on the fixed part 5. A rotating kit 8 is provided on the handle 3, and this rotating kit 8 can rotate around the first rotating shaft 7. So that the handle 3 can flexibly adjust its angle, increasing the convenience and comfort of ironing operation. A second rotating shaft 9 is further provided at the bottom of the spherical connecting piece 4. This rotating shaft connects the spherical connecting piece 4 to the iron body 2 and enables it to rotate in a direction perpendicular to the first rotating shaft 7. The axes of the first rotating shaft 7 and the second rotating shaft 9 are vertically arranged, ensuring that the handle 3 can be freely adjusted in the horizontal and vertical directions, enabling the user to adjust the position of the handle 3 according to needs. At the same time, a locking piece 10 is also arranged inside the spherical connecting piece 4 for fixing the handle 3 at the required position after adjusting its angle. To achieve this function, the unlocking button 6 and the locking piece 10 are connected by an annular connecting plate 11. When the user presses the unlocking button 6, the locking piece 10 will move along the axis direction of the first rotating shaft 7, thereby releasing the locking state of the handle 3 and allowing the user to freely adjust the angle of the handle 3. Once the adjustment is completed and the unlocking button 6 is released, the locking piece 10 will fix the handle 3 at the new position.

[0028] A limiting baffle 12 is provided at one end of the first rotating shaft 7 away from the fixed part 5. The rotating kit 8 is arranged between the locking piece 10 and the limiting baffle 12 to limit the movement range of the rotating kit 8 and prevent it from falling off. In addition, a return spring 13 is also provided inside the spherical connecting piece 4. One end of the return spring 13 abuts against the fixed part 5, and the other end abuts against the locking piece 10. When the user releases the unlocking button 6, the locking piece 10 can automatically return to its original position, thereby locking the handle 3 again at the adjusted position.

[0029] According to Figure 4As shown, the locking member 10 is equipped with five stop slots: a first stop slot 14, a second stop slot 15, a third stop slot 16, a fourth stop slot 17, and a fifth stop slot 18. These stop slots provide a locking function for different angles of the handle 3, ensuring that the handle 3 remains securely in place after being adjusted to different positions. The rotating assembly 8 is equipped with a locking stud 19 that can be selectively inserted into any of the five stop slots to lock the handle 3 at the corresponding angle. These stop slots are distributed circumferentially around the axis of the first rotating shaft 7, forming an annular layout. Furthermore, the locking member 10 is equipped with a guide slot 20, flanked by bars 21 on either side to guide the locking stud 19 along a specific path. The guide slot 20 is a 180° annular groove, allowing the locking stud 19 to move freely within a certain range without deviating from its designed trajectory. The angle between the first limiting groove 14 and the second limiting groove 15 is 30°, the angle between the second limiting groove 15 and the third limiting groove 16 is also 30°, and similarly, the angle between the third limiting groove 16 and the fourth limiting groove 17 is also 30°. During operation, the user can freely choose fine adjustments at small angles. The angle between the fourth limiting groove 17 and the fifth limiting groove 18 is 90°. When the locking boss 19 is inserted into the fifth limiting groove 18, the handle 3 is in a closed state.

[0030] The bottom of the steam iron's handle 3 is integrated with a power switch assembly 22, allowing the user to easily control the iron's power. When not in use, the power switch assembly 22 is hidden away, making it less likely to be accidentally activated. A switch bracket 23 is located within the handle 3, onto which the power switch assembly 22 is mounted.

[0031] according to Figure 5 As shown, the iron body 2 also houses a water tank for storing water for steam generation during operation. To facilitate user refilling of the water tank, the iron body 2 is designed with a water inlet. The inlet is conveniently located and hingedly connected to a cover 24. This cover 24 seals the inlet to prevent water from overflowing or evaporating, ensuring safety and efficiency during use. When water is needed, the user can easily open the cover 24 and reclose it after use to ensure a tight seal.

[0032] To use the present invention, the user grasps the handle 3 and presses the unlock button on the spherical connector 4, rotating the handle 3 to a vertical position. The locking post then moves from the fifth retaining slot 18 to the fourth retaining slot 17. The user then opens the water inlet cover 24 on the iron body 2, adds an appropriate amount of water to the water tank inside the iron, and closes the cover 24 to ensure the water tank is sealed. The user then continues to rotate the handle 3 vertically, inserting the locking post into one of the first, second, third, and fourth retaining slots 14, 15, 16, and 17. Alternatively, the user can rotate the handle 3 horizontally. Once the most comfortable grip is found, the user releases the unlock button. The iron then turns on the power switch assembly 22 at the bottom of the handle 3. The iron begins heating, gradually heating the water in the water tank and generating steam. When the desired angle is reached, the user releases the unlock button 6, which automatically resets the locking member 10 and secures the handle 3 at the current angle. Once the iron has heated to the desired temperature and is generating steam, the user can begin ironing. The iron soleplate irons out wrinkles on clothes by combining high-temperature steam and heat. After use, the user turns off the iron again by the power switch at the bottom of the handle 3. After it cools down, the handle 3 is returned to its original position and stored properly.

[0033] The beneficial effects brought by the utility model are:

[0034] The angle of the handle can be adjusted horizontally and vertically according to different usage requirements, allowing users to iron conveniently in different postures and angles, greatly improving flexibility.

[0035] The utility model is easy to operate, and the user only needs to press a button to quickly switch the handle between multiple preset angles and firmly lock them.

[0036] The power switch is set under the handle, which is not easy to be accidentally touched when not in use, improving practical safety.

[0037] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present invention. Therefore, any equivalent changes or modifications made according to the structure, features and principles described in the scope of the present invention patent application are included in the scope of the present invention patent application.

Claims

1. A steam iron with an adjustable handle at multiple angles, comprising a base and an iron body provided on the base, wherein a handle is provided on the iron body, and it is characterized in that: A spherical connector is provided between the iron body and the handle. A fixing portion and an unlocking button are respectively provided on either side of the spherical connector. The fixing portion is provided with a first rotating shaft extending toward the unlocking button. The handle is provided with a rotating kit, which is rotatably connected to the first rotating shaft. A second rotating shaft is provided at the bottom of the spherical connector, and the spherical connector is rotatably connected to the iron body via the second rotating shaft. The axis of the first rotating shaft is arranged perpendicular to the axis of the second rotating shaft. A locking member is provided within the spherical connector. An annular connecting plate is provided on the unlocking button, and the annular connecting plate passes through the first rotating shaft and is connected to the locking member. The unlocking button drives the locking member to move along the axis of the first rotating shaft.

2. The steam iron with an adjustable handle at multiple angles according to claim 1, characterized in that: A limit baffle is provided at one end of the first rotating shaft away from the fixing portion, and the rotating kit is rotatably connected between the locking member and the limit baffle.

3. The steam iron with an adjustable handle at multiple angles according to claim 1, characterized in that: A return spring is further provided in the spherical connecting piece, one end of the return spring abuts against the fixing portion, and the other end abuts against the locking piece.

4. The steam iron with an adjustable handle at multiple angles according to claim 1, wherein: The locking member is provided with a first limiting groove, a second limiting groove, a third limiting groove, a fourth limiting groove and a fifth limiting groove, and the rotating kit is provided with a locking boss, and the locking boss is selectively inserted into the first limiting groove, the second limiting groove, the third limiting groove, the fourth limiting groove and the fifth limiting groove.

5. The steam iron with a multi-angle adjustable handle according to claim 4, characterized in that: The first limiting groove, the second limiting groove, the third limiting groove, the fourth limiting groove and the fifth limiting groove are distributed on the locking member in a circumferential manner with the first rotating shaft axis as the central axis.

6. The steam iron with an adjustable handle at multiple angles according to claim 4, characterized in that: The locking piece is provided with a guide groove, and blocking bars are provided on both sides of the guide groove. The locking protrusion moves along the guide groove.

7. The steam iron with a multi-angle adjustable handle according to claim 6, characterized in that: The guide groove is a 180° annular groove.

8. The steam iron with a multi-angle adjustable handle according to claim 4, characterized in that: The included angle between the first limiting groove and the second limiting groove is 30°, the included angle between the second limiting groove and the third limiting groove is 30°, the included angle between the third limiting groove and the fourth limiting groove is 30°, and the included angle between the fourth limiting groove and the fifth limiting groove is 90°.

9. The steam iron with a multi-angle adjustable handle according to claim 1, characterized in that: A power switch assembly is provided at the bottom of the handle, a switch bracket is provided in the handle, and the power switch assembly is arranged on the switch bracket.

10. The steam iron with an adjustable handle at multiple angles according to claim 1, characterized in that: A water tank is provided in the iron body, a water inlet is provided on the iron body, and a cover is hinged on the water inlet.

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