Novel curling iron

By designing the combined structure of the inner air guide ring and shell on the curling rod, and using spring-driven marbles to switch between the keyholes, the existing curling rods are solved, and the problems of unstable locking and single air outlet direction are achieved, stable locking and flexible switching of the air outlet direction are achieved, which improves the convenience of use.

CN223286728UActive Publication Date: 2025-09-02NANYANG ZHICHUANGYUAN TECH CO LTD
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202421949487.3
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-08-13
Publication Date
2025-09-02
Estimated Expiration
2034-08-13

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

The existing curling rods lack a stable locking structure during rotation, and the air outlet direction is single, which leads to inconvenience in use, especially when using the left and right hands.

Method used

A new type of curling rod is designed, adopting a combined structure of inner air guide ring and shell, and the marbles are driven by spring to switch between different keyholes to achieve stability of the locking structure, and the wind direction is switched by rotating the shell. The inner limit block and limit bar ensure one-way air outlet, and when the shell rotates in place, a snapping sound is issued to remind the user.

Benefits of technology

It realizes stable locking of the curling rod and flexible switching of the air outlet direction, improves the convenience and applicability of use, is suitable for left and right hands, has a reasonable structural design and simple operation.

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Abstract

The novel curling iron comprises an inner air guide ring, an outer shell, springs and marbles, the inner air guide ring is installed above a handle and provided with a plurality of sets of inner air outlet grooves, the multiple sets of inner air outlet grooves are circumferentially arranged around the center axis of the inner air guide ring, the outer shell is movably sleeved on the peripheral side of the inner air guide ring, and the outer shell is provided with a plurality of sets of outer air outlet grooves. The curling iron is reasonable in structural design, when the outer shell rotates to different positions and changes positions, the spring can drive the marble to be clamped into the first lock hole or the second lock hole, the locking structure is stable, the spring always drives the marble to abut against the interior of the outer shell, and therefore the locking effect is good, and the service life of the curling iron is prolonged. When the shell rotates in place, the marble is clamped into the first lock hole or the second lock hole to make a clamping point sound, so that a user can know that the shell rotates in place, and the use is convenient.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of hairdressing equipment, in particular to a novel curling iron. Background Art

[0002] Curling irons are a DIY hairdressing tool that can create a variety of curls, including wide waves, natural, shoulder-length curls, shaggy curls, perms, inward and outward curls, and more. The blow-dry curling irons on the market lack a stable locking mechanism during rotation, making it unclear whether they are locked in place. Furthermore, the single airflow direction makes them difficult to use with either hand. Utility Model Content

[0003] In view of the above-mentioned defects in the prior art, the present invention provides a new curling iron with a simple locking structure and quick switching of the air outlet direction, thereby being convenient for left-handed use. The specific technical solution is as follows:

[0004] A new curling iron comprises a handle, a heating device, an air supply device, an inner air guide ring, an outer shell, a spring and a marble. The heating device and the air supply device are installed inside the handle. The air supply device generates an airflow to carry away the heat generated by the heating device. The inner air guide ring is installed above the handle. The inner air guide ring is provided with multiple groups of inner air outlet slots, which are arranged circumferentially around the central axis of the inner air guide ring. A shell is movably mounted on the outer periphery of the inner air guide ring. The shell is provided with multiple groups of outgoing air slots, which are arranged circumferentially around the central axis of the outer air guide ring. A spring and a marble are installed above the inner air guide ring. The inner wall of the shell is provided with a first lock hole and a second lock hole separated from each other. When the shell is rotated to different positions, the spring drives the marble to engage in the first lock hole or the second lock hole.

[0005] As a preferred solution of the present invention, a decorative ring is installed above the shell, and the decorative ring is provided with a hollow ring.

[0006] As a preferred solution of the present invention, each group of outgoing air ducts includes a row of left air ducts and a row of right air ducts, and the outer shell is rotated to make the left air duct or the right air duct discharge air.

[0007] As a preferred solution of the present invention, a plurality of decorative sheets are installed on the outer peripheral side of the shell, and the decorative sheets cover the left air outlet slot and the right air outlet slot.

[0008] As a preferred solution of the present invention, a plurality of inner limit blocks are provided on the outer peripheral side of the inner air guide ring, a single inner limit block is located between two adjacent groups of inner air outlet slots, a left L-shaped step is provided on the left side of the inner limit block, and a right L-shaped step is provided on the right side of the inner limit block, and a plurality of limit strips are provided inside the outer shell, which separate the left air outlet slot and the right air outlet slot.

[0009] As a preferred solution of the present invention, when the limit strip contacts the left L-shaped step, the left air outlet slot is connected to the inner air outlet slot, and when the limit strip contacts the right L-shaped step, the right air outlet slot is connected to the inner air outlet slot.

[0010] As a preferred solution of the present invention, an inner convex strip is provided in the middle of the inner limit block, and an outer shell is provided with an outer convex strip that matches the inner convex strip.

[0011] Beneficial effects: The curling iron of the utility model has a reasonable structural design. When the shell is rotated to different positions, the spring will drive the marble to be stuck in the first lock hole or the second lock hole. The locking structure is stable. Moreover, since the spring always drives the marble to press against the inside of the shell, when the shell is rotated into place, the marble is stuck in the first lock hole or the second lock hole and a clicking sound is made, which can help the user know that the rotation is in place, and it is easy to use. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0012] Figure 1 It is a three-dimensional diagram of the utility model;

[0013] Figure 2 It is an exploded view of the utility model;

[0014] Figure 3 It is a three-dimensional diagram of the inner air guide ring of the utility model;

[0015] Figure 4 It is a three-dimensional diagram of the housing of the utility model;

[0016] Figure 5 This is the main view of the inner air guide ring and the outer shell of the utility model;

[0017] Figure 6 yes Figure 5 AA direction cross-sectional view;

[0018] Figure 7 yes Figure 5 BB direction cross-sectional view;

[0019] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of different air outlet directions. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0020] The following is a further description of the specific embodiments of the present invention with reference to the accompanying drawings:

[0021] In the description of the present invention, it should be noted that the terms "center", "up", "down", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "inside", "outside", etc., indicating directions or positional relationships, are based on the directions or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing the present invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the position or element referred to must have a specific direction, be constructed and operated in a specific direction. Therefore, they cannot be understood as limitations on the present invention.

[0022] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, the terms "mounted," "connected," and "connected" should be understood in a broad sense. For example, they may refer to fixed connections, detachable connections, or integral connections; mechanical connections or electrical connections; direct connections or indirect connections through an intermediate medium; and internal communication between two components. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of these terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0023] like Figures 1 to 4 As shown, a new curling iron includes a handle 1, a heating device, an air supply device, an inner air guide ring 3, a shell 4, a spring 5 and a marble 6. The heating device and the air supply device are installed inside the handle 1. The air supply device generates an air flow to carry away the heat generated by the heating device (the heating device and the air supply device are conventional technical specific structures and are not repeated here). The inner air guide ring 3 is installed above the handle 1. The inner air guide ring 3 is provided with multiple groups of inner air outlet slots 31. The multiple groups of inner air outlet slots 31 are arranged circumferentially around the central axis of the inner air guide ring 3. Each group of inner air outlet slots 31 has multiple groups arranged from top to bottom. The outer peripheral side of the inner air guide ring 3 is movable with the outer shell 4, and the outer shell 4 is provided with multiple groups of outgoing air slots 7, which are arranged in a circle around the central axis of the outer shell. A spring 5 and a marble 6 are installed above the inner air guide ring 3. A spring mounting groove is provided above the inner air guide ring 3. The spring 5 is placed in the spring mounting groove. One end of the spring 5 presses against the spring and the other end presses against the inner wall of the inner air guide ring 3. The inner wall of the outer shell 4 is provided with a first lock hole 8 and a second lock hole 9 separated from each other. When the outer shell 4 rotates to different positions, the spring 5 drives the marble 6 to get stuck in the first lock hole 8 or the second lock hole 9.

[0024] like Figure 4 As shown, each group of outgoing air slots 7 includes a row of left air slots 71 and a row of right air slots 72. The row of left air slots 71 is composed of a plurality of slot holes inclined to the left, and the row of right air slots 72 is composed of a plurality of slot holes inclined to the right. The outer shell 4 is rotated to make the left air slot 71 or the right air slot 72 discharge air.

[0025] like Figure 5-7 As shown, multiple decorative pieces 11 are installed on the outer periphery of the shell 4, and the decorative pieces 11 cover the left air outlet slot and the right air outlet slot. A decorative ring 10 is installed above the shell 4, and the decorative ring 10 is provided with a hollow ring to facilitate the rotation of the shell 4.

[0026] like Figure 5-7 As shown, a plurality of inner limit blocks 32 are provided on the outer periphery of the inner air guide ring 3, a single inner limit block 32 is located between two adjacent groups of inner air outlet slots 31, a left L-shaped step 33 is provided on the left side of the inner limit block 32, and a right L-shaped step 34 is provided on the right side of the inner limit block 32, and a plurality of limit strips 41 are provided inside the outer shell 4, which separate the left air outlet slot 71 and the right air outlet slot 72.

[0027] like Figure 8 As shown, when the housing 4 rotates to the first position, the spring 5 drives the marble 6 to engage with the first lock hole 8. At this time, the limit bar 41 contacts the left L-shaped step 33; the left air outlet slot 71 communicates with the inner air outlet slot 31, and air can be blown out from the left air outlet slot 71. When the housing 4 rotates in the opposite direction to the second position, the spring 5 drives the marble 6 to engage with the second lock hole 9. The limit bar 41 contacts the right L-shaped step 34; the right air outlet slot 72 communicates with the inner air outlet slot 31, and air can be blown out from the right air outlet slot 72. In addition, an inner convex strip 35 is provided in the middle of the inner limit block 32, and the housing 4 is provided with an outer convex strip 42 that cooperates with the inner convex strip. After the housing 4 is rotated into place, the inner convex strip 35 presses against the outer convex strip 42, cooperating with the left and right L-shaped steps, forming a double L sealing structure to ensure that when air is discharged in one direction, no air will leak in other directions.

[0028] The above content is a further detailed description of the present invention in combination with specific preferred implementation methods. It cannot be determined that the specific implementation of the present invention is limited to these descriptions. For ordinary technicians in the technical field to which the present invention belongs, they can make several simple deductions or replacements without departing from the concept of the present invention, which should be regarded as falling within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A novel curling iron comprising a handle, a heating device, and an air supply device. The heating device and the air supply device are mounted inside the handle. The air supply device generates airflow to carry away heat generated by the heating device. The invention is characterized in that: It also includes an inner air guide ring, an outer shell, a spring and a marble. The inner air guide ring is installed above the handle. The inner air guide ring is provided with multiple groups of inner air outlet slots, which are arranged circumferentially around the central axis of the inner air guide ring. The outer shell is movable on the outer periphery of the inner air guide ring. The outer shell is provided with multiple groups of outgoing air slots, which are arranged circumferentially around the central axis of the outer shell. A spring and a marble are installed above the inner air guide ring. The inner wall of the outer shell is provided with a first lock hole and a second lock hole separated from each other. When the outer shell rotates to different positions, the spring will drive the marble to get stuck in the first lock hole or the second lock hole.

2. A new type of curling iron according to claim 1, characterized in that: A decorative ring is installed above the shell, and the decorative ring is provided with a hollow ring.

3. A new type of curling iron according to claim 1, characterized in that: Each group of outgoing air ducts includes a row of left air ducts and a row of right air ducts, and the outer shell is rotated to make the left air duct or the right air duct discharge air.

4. A new type of curling iron according to claim 3, characterized in that: A plurality of decorative sheets are installed on the outer peripheral side of the shell, and the decorative sheets cover the left air outlet slot and the right air outlet slot.

5. A new type of curling iron according to claim 3, characterized in that: A plurality of inner limit blocks are provided on the outer periphery of the inner air guide ring, a single inner limit block is located between two adjacent groups of inner air outlet slots, a left L-shaped step is provided on the left side of the inner limit block, and a right L-shaped step is provided on the right side of the inner limit block, and a plurality of limit strips are provided inside the outer shell, which separate the left air outlet slot and the right air outlet slot.

6. A new type of curling iron according to claim 5, characterized in that: When the limiting strip contacts the left L-shaped step, the left air outlet slot is connected to the inner air outlet slot. When the limiting strip contacts the right L-shaped step, the right air outlet slot is connected to the inner air outlet slot.

7. The novel curling iron according to claim 5, characterized in that: An inner convex strip is provided in the middle of the inner limit block, and an outer shell is provided with an outer convex strip matched with the inner convex strip.