Handheld ironing device

Abstract

The utility model discloses a handheld ironing device, belongs to ironing appliances, and aims to solve the problem that scalding accidents are easily caused due to the fact that all water in a water tank is heated by an existing electric kettle type steam brush. A vaporization device of the handheld ironing device is positioned below the water tank, and a steam outlet of a steam pipeline is higher than the water tank; and the grip and the steam outlet of the steam pipeline are respectively arranged on two opposite sides of the handheld ironing device. When the vaporizing device heats water to generate steam, only water stored in the water tank is heated instead of heating all water in the water tank, and scalding accidents caused by splashing boiling water are avoided. Even if water in the water tank flows out when the product topples over, as the water in the water tank is not heated and is normal-temperature water, scalding accidents cannot be caused. The vaporization device receives stored water from the water tank by means of water level difference, a water pump is not needed, the structure is simple, the manufacturing cost is low, and fault points are few. When the handheld ironing device is used, a hand holding the grip is far away from the steam outlet, so that the hand is prevented from being scalded by steam.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model pertains to ironing appliances, specifically a handheld ironing device. Background Technology

[0002] Ironing devices disclosed in patent documents such as CN106801324B, CN110093769A, CN113293586A, CN113373664A, CN113373665A, and CN115369633A have an ironing vent (steam outlet panel), vaporization device, and water tank arranged in a top-middle-bottom or left-middle-right layout, with an upright handle for supporting the head. Ironing devices with this structure rely on a water pump to deliver water from the tank to the vaporization device, resulting in high manufacturing costs. Furthermore, the lack of insulation between the handle and the steam outlet (steam outlet panel) allows steam to escape to the handle during ironing, causing burns.

[0003] Electric kettle-style steam brushes can cover up the above-mentioned phenomena. However, their heating devices are installed inside or near the water tank, generating steam by heating all the water in the tank. This poses safety hazards: if the water tank is overfilled, the water will be heated to boiling point and splash, causing scalding accidents; when the product is tilted, the water in the tank will flow out, and if there is hot water, it will also cause scalding accidents. Utility Model Content

[0004] The technical problem to be solved and the technical task proposed by this utility model is to overcome the defect of existing electric kettle-type steam brushes that easily cause scalding accidents because they heat all the water in the water tank. The present invention provides a handheld ironing device that can reduce the manufacturing cost of the product and avoid scalding accidents by rationally arranging the product structure.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the handheld ironing device of this utility model includes:

[0006] The main body can be placed upright;

[0007] The water tank for storing water is configured in the main body and forms a combined body with the main body;

[0008] A vaporization device, located below the water tank, is used to receive water stored in the tank.

[0009] A steam pipe is connected to a vaporization device for outputting the steam generated by the vaporization device. The steam pipe is parallel to the water tank, and the steam outlet of the steam pipe is higher than that of the water tank.

[0010] The handle for holding by hand is located on opposite sides of the steam outlet of the steam pipe in the handheld ironing device.

[0011] This handheld ironing device heats only the water stored in the tank when the vaporization device heats the water to produce steam, rather than heating all the water in the tank. This prevents the splashing of boiling water and the resulting scalding. Even if the water in the tank overflows when the product is tilted, it will not cause scalding because the water in the tank is at room temperature and has not been heated.

[0012] This handheld ironing device uses a vaporization unit that receives water from a water tank based on the water level difference, eliminating the need for a water pump. This results in a simple structure, low manufacturing cost, and fewer potential points of failure. Furthermore, when the product is tilted, the water level in the tank changes, reducing the water level difference between the tank and the vaporization unit. This stops or reduces the flow of water from the tank to the vaporization unit, thereby halting or reducing steam generation and preventing scalding accidents.

[0013] When using this handheld iron, keep your hand away from the steam outlet to avoid scalding your hands with steam.

[0014] Preferably, both the steam pipe and the vaporization device are housed within the main body, with the steam pipe extending upwards from the vaporization device. This prevents heat loss, maintains a stable steam temperature, and avoids scalding the user by touching the steam pipe and / or the vaporization device.

[0015] In one embodiment, the water tank is fixed inside the body. In this case, the water tank cannot be removed, and the handle is disposed within the body.

[0016] In another embodiment, the water tank is detachable from the main body. Accordingly, the water tank can be removed from the main body, and can be separated from the main body as needed (e.g., for adding water or cleaning). This avoids the strain of holding the entire handheld iron while adding water and the risk of water entering the main body. In this case, to ensure the water tank and main body are connected for easy handling, they are combined via a mechanism including a magnetic and / or locking structure. A handle is disposed on either the main body or the water tank.

[0017] Whether the water tank is fixed inside the main body or is detached from the main body, the handle can be either a partial structure of the assembly or an independent part extending from the assembly.

[0018] Preferably, the vaporization device is connected to the water tank and receives water dripping from the water tank by means of the water level difference.

[0019] Preferably, a controllable water valve is installed between the water tank and the vaporization device, through which the vaporization device receives water dripping from the water tank. When the controllable water valve is opened, the water stored in the water tank drips into the vaporization device. Therefore, the timing of water supply from the water tank to the vaporization device can be controlled. For example, water can be supplied to the vaporization device only after it has been preheated to the set temperature, and no water can be supplied to the vaporization device if it has not been preheated to the set temperature. This avoids cold water stagnating in the vaporization device and reducing the quality of the steam. A decrease in steam quality can result in the steam being ejected with fine water droplets.

[0020] Preferably, the controllable water valve includes a water inlet, a valve plug, and a bimetallic strip. The valve plug is disposed at the water inlet, and the bimetallic strip is disposed at the valve plug. The bimetallic strip is configured to deform according to changes in heat intensity, causing the valve plug to change position to open or close the water inlet. Accordingly, the bimetallic strip can automatically open or close the water inlet based on the degree of heat. Water is supplied by opening the water inlet during ironing and is stopped by closing the water inlet when not ironing.

[0021] Preferably, the valve plug has a connected shaft and a sealing cover. The shaft is located at the water inlet, and the sealing cover is located at one end of the water inlet. The sealing cover closes the water inlet by covering the end of the water inlet, and opens the water inlet by moving away from the end of the water inlet. This ensures the proper alignment of the valve plug assembly with the water inlet, guaranteeing that the water inlet can be smoothly opened or closed as needed.

[0022] Preferably, the bimetallic strip is configured to receive heat from the vaporization device and open the water inlet when the degree of heating increases. Based on this, the working status of the product can be determined. For example, when starting the steam brush, the vaporization device generally needs to be preheated first, and water is supplied to the vaporization device only when it is preheated to the set temperature.

[0023] Preferably, the controllable water valve includes a wall, a water inlet disposed on the wall, a bottom cover disposed on the lower side of the wall, a valve plug disposed on the bottom cover via an elastic part and sealing the water inlet by the elastic part, and a bimetallic strip configured to overcome the elastic force of the elastic part to open the water inlet. Accordingly, the water inlet can be reliably closed by the valve plug to prevent accidental leakage, while during ironing, the water inlet is opened by the action of the bimetallic strip. This puts the steam brush into an intelligent working state and avoids misoperation.

[0024] Preferably, a channel is formed between the wall and the bottom cover, connecting the water inlet and the vaporization device. This allows the vaporization device to be kept at a distance from the water tank, facilitating control of the water dripping from the tank and reducing the transfer of heat from the vaporization device to the water tank.

[0025] Preferably, the channel is equipped with a controllable flow regulating rod for adjusting the water flow rate.

[0026] In one embodiment, the bottom wall of the water tank serves as the wall. This simplifies the structure.

[0027] Preferably, the water tank is equipped with a water inlet at the top, and the water inlet cover is a water tank cover. Accordingly, the steam brush product has a non-detachable structure.

[0028] Preferably, to prevent negative pressure from forming inside the water tank when water is supplied through the controllable water valve, thus hindering vertical water supply through the controllable water valve, the water tank cover is provided with a balancing hole. This hole is used to add air to the water tank when water is supplied through the controllable water valve.

[0029] Preferably, the water tank has a sealing element at the water inlet, and the water tank lid contacts the sealing element when placed over the water inlet to prevent leakage. Therefore, water can be prevented from flowing out of the water inlet when the water tank is tilted.

[0030] In another embodiment, the wall is located within the main body, and the bottom of the water tank has a drain hole that connects to the water inlet. The drain hole is configured to open when connected to the water inlet and close when disconnected from the water inlet. This allows for an expansion of the water tank's structure, providing greater design flexibility.

[0031] Preferably, the main body has a spout located at its upper part, and the steam outlet of the steam pipe is led to the spout. Accordingly, the steam output position and direction are configured appropriately.

[0032] Preferably, the steam outlet of the steam pipe is equipped with a steam panel, which has steam release holes. This allows for control of steam output to achieve better ironing results.

[0033] This invention utilizes a vaporization device positioned below a water tank to collect water from the tank due to the water level difference. When the vaporization device heats the water to generate steam, it only heats the water collected from the tank, not all the water in the tank, thus preventing splashing of boiling water and scalding. Even if water overflows from the tank when the product is tilted, it remains at room temperature and will not cause scalding because it has not been heated.

[0034] This handheld ironing device uses a vaporization unit that receives water from a water tank based on the water level difference, eliminating the need for a water pump. This results in a simple structure, low manufacturing cost, and fewer potential points of failure. Furthermore, when the product is tilted, the water level in the tank changes, reducing the water level difference between the tank and the vaporization unit. This stops or reduces the flow of water from the tank to the vaporization unit, thereby halting or reducing steam generation and preventing scalding accidents.

[0035] When using this handheld iron, keep your hand away from the steam outlet to avoid scalding your hands with steam.

[0036] This invention places the steam outlet of the steam pipe at a height higher than the water tank, and positions the handle and the steam outlet of the steam pipe on opposite sides of the handheld ironing device. When using this handheld ironing device, the hand holding the handle should be kept away from the steam outlet to avoid scalding the hand with steam.

[0037] This invention, by incorporating a steam pipe into the main body and extending it upwards from the vaporization device, is suitable for ironing hanging clothes and avoids spraying water outwards from the steam outlet of the steam pipe.

[0038] The water tank of this utility model has a flexible configuration, and can be fixed to the main body or detached from the main body. Moreover, the handle can be configured either on the main body or on the water tank as needed. In particular, when the water tank is detached from the main body, the handle can be used to operate the handheld ironing device or to hold the water tank detached from the main body.

[0039] The grip of this utility model has a flexible configuration. The grip can be a partial structure of the assembly or an independent part extending from the assembly.

[0040] This invention features a controllable water valve positioned between a water tank and a vaporization device. The vaporization device receives water dripping from the water tank via this valve. When the controllable water valve is open, the water in the tank drips into the vaporization device. This allows for control over the timing of water supply from the water tank to the vaporization device. For example, water can be supplied only after the vaporization device has been preheated to a set temperature, and no water can be supplied if the device has not been preheated to the set temperature. This prevents cold water from stagnating in the vaporization device and reducing the quality of the steam. Attached Figure Description

[0041] Figure 1 This is a cross-sectional structural diagram of Embodiment 1 of the handheld ironing device of this utility model;

[0042] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram showing the water inlet closed by a valve plug;

[0043] Figure 3 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram showing the water inlet being opened by the valve plug;

[0044] Figure 4 This is a cross-sectional structural diagram of Embodiment 2 of the handheld ironing device of this utility model;

[0045] Figure 5 for Figure 4 A schematic diagram showing the water tank of the handheld ironing device detached from the main body;

[0046] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the drain outlet in Example 2;

[0047] Figure 7 for Figure 6 A schematic diagram showing the drain outlet being opened;

[0048] Figure 8 This is a simplified structural diagram of Embodiment 3 of the handheld ironing device of this utility model;

[0049] Figure 9 This is a simplified structural diagram of Embodiment 4 of the handheld ironing device of this utility model;

[0050] Figure 10 This is a simplified structural diagram of another embodiment of the handheld ironing device of this utility model;

[0051] Explanation of the labels in the diagram:

[0052] 100 Main body, 101 Handle, 102 Mouth, 103 Bottom, 104 Placement position, 105 Hook and hook part;

[0053] 200 Water tank, 201 Water inlet, 202 Wall, 203 Seal, 204 Drain hole, 205 Valve ball, 206 Third spring, 207 Magnetic body, 208 Hook, 209 Push button, 210 Inclined surface, 211 First spring, 212 Second spring;

[0054] 300 Controllable water valve, 301 Water inlet, 302 Valve plug, 303 Bimetallic strip, 304 Shaft, 305 Sealing cover, 306 Bottom cover, 307 Elastic part, 308 Channel, 309 Flow regulating rod, 310 Pipe, 311 Groove.

[0055] 400 water tank cap, 401 balance hole;

[0056] 500 vaporization device, 501 main body, 502 electric heating element, 503 temperature controller;

[0057] 600 steam pipe, 601 steam outlet;

[0058] 700 steam panel, 701 steam release port. Detailed Implementation

[0059] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0060] The terms “comprising” and “having”, and any variations thereof, in the specification and claims of this utility model are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such as a method or product that includes a series of technical features, not limited to those technical features explicitly listed, but also including other technical features that may be included in the method or product but not explicitly listed.

[0061] The present invention will now be described in detail with reference to specific embodiments and accompanying drawings.

[0062] Example 1

[0063] As shown in Figure 1, the handheld ironing device of this embodiment includes a main body 100, a water tank 200, a controllable water valve 300, a water tank cover 400, a vaporization device 500, and a steam pipe 600.

[0064] The main body 100 has a base 103, a handle 101, and a spout 102. The base 103 allows the main body to be placed upright on a platform. The handle 101, spout 102, and steam outlet 601 of the steam pipe are located separately on the left and right sides of the handheld ironing device, so the entire main body is shaped like a kettle. The handheld ironing device can be operated by holding the handle.

[0065] The water tank 200 is located inside the main body 100. It has a water inlet 201 at the top, and the water inlet 201 is located at the top of the main body 100. A sealing element 203 is provided at the water inlet of the water tank, and a controllable water valve 300 is arranged at the bottom.

[0066] The controllable water valve 300 includes a water inlet 301, a valve plug 302, and a bimetallic strip 303.

[0067] Water inlet 301 is disposed on wall 202, which in this embodiment is the bottom wall of the water tank.

[0068] A bottom cover 306 is disposed on the lower side of the wall 202. A valve plug 302 is mounted on the bottom cover 306 via an elastic part 307, which seals the water inlet 301. The elastic part 307, the bottom cover 306, and the valve plug 302 are integrally formed; therefore, the bottom cover, valve plug, and elastic part are preferably made of an elastic material such as silicone. The valve plug 302 has a connected shaft portion 304 and a sealing cover 305. The shaft portion 304 is located at the water inlet 301 and connected to the elastic part 307. The sealing cover 305 is located at the upper end of the water inlet 301. The sealing cover 305 is as follows... Figure 2 As shown, the upper port of the water inlet 301 is covered to close the water inlet, and the sealing cap 305 is as follows: Figure 3The water inlet is opened by moving upwards away from the upper port of the water inlet 301. Further, a channel 308 is formed between the wall 202 and the bottom cover 306, connecting the water inlet 301 and the vaporization device 500. A controllable flow regulating rod 309 is provided for the channel 308, and a flow groove with gradually varying flow rate is formed along the length of the flow regulating rod 309. Therefore, the flow rate is adjusted by changing the position of the flow regulating rod along its length. The flow regulating rod can be adjusted by rotating a knob, which moves the flow regulating rod along its own length.

[0069] The bimetallic strip 303 consists of two metal strips with different coefficients of thermal expansion stacked together. When heated together, the two metal strips expand at different rates, causing the bimetallic strip to deform to one side. In the illustrated structure, the bimetallic strip 303 is located below the valve plug 302 and adjacent to the vaporization device 500, receiving heat from the vaporization device. At room temperature, the sealing cap 305... Figure 2 The elastic part 307 is used to cover the upper port of the water inlet 301 to close the water inlet. During operation, as the vaporization device 500 heats up, the bimetallic strip 303 deforms upwards, overcoming the elastic part 307 and pushing up the valve plug 303, causing the sealing cover 305 to... Figure 3 The water inlet is opened by moving upwards away from the upper end of the water inlet 301. Water in the water tank 200 drips from the water inlet 301 according to the water level difference and flows into the vaporization device 500 through the channel 308. Figure 3 The dashed line marked with an arrow indicates the path of the water flow. As the water flows through channel 308, the flow rate is adjusted by changing the position of the flow regulating rod 309 along its length. When operation stops, the vaporization device 500 cools down, and the bimetallic strip 303 cools down accordingly, causing the valve plug 302 to reset. Figure 2 As shown, close the water inlet 301.

[0070] The water tank cover 400 is attached to the water inlet 201 of the water tank by snap-fit ​​or threaded connection and seals the water tank with the sealing element 203. The water tank cover 400 is provided with a balance hole 401.

[0071] The vaporization device 500 is a boiler structure located within the main body 100 and below the water tank 200. An electric heating element 502 is embedded within the main body 501. Power is supplied to the heating element, which then heats the entire vaporization device. The vaporization device 500 is connected to a controllable water valve 300 to receive water from the water tank. A thermostat 503 can be configured to control the temperature of the vaporization device.

[0072] Steam pipe 600 connects to vaporization device 500 for outputting steam generated by the vaporization device. Figure 1The dotted line with arrows indicates the path of the output steam. The steam outlet 601 of the steam pipe 600 leads to the nozzle 102. Since the handle and nozzle are located on opposite sides of the main body, the handle 101 and the steam outlet 601 of the steam pipe are also separated and located on two opposite sides of the main body, preventing the steam from scalding the hand holding the handle. Furthermore, the steam outlet 601 of the steam pipe is at the same height as the water inlet 201 of the water tank, but higher than the vaporization device 500. The steam outlet 601 of the steam pipe is equipped with a steam panel 700, which has a steam release hole 701.

[0073] In the aforementioned vaporization device, when water is stored in the water tank, at room temperature, the sealing cap 305 is as follows: Figure 2 The elastic part 307 covers the upper port of the water inlet 301 to close the water inlet, preventing water from the tank from being supplied to the vaporization device. During operation, the vaporization device is preheated. As the temperature of the vaporization device 500 rises, the bimetallic strip 303 deforms upwards, overcoming the elastic force of the elastic part 307 and lifting the valve plug 302, causing the sealing cover 305 to... Figure 3 The water inlet 301 is opened by moving upwards away from its upper end. Water in the tank can then flow out of the water inlet 301 and into the vaporization device 500 via channel 308. The timing for opening the water inlet can be set to after the vaporization device reaches the temperature required to vaporize the water, thus preventing dripping. In the illustrated structure, the steam outlet 601 of the steam pipe is higher than the vaporization device 500. Therefore, even if a small amount of water is opened to enter the vaporization device before it reaches the vaporization temperature, this small amount of water will not flow out of the steam outlet of the steam pipe. Instead, it will vaporize after the vaporization device further heats up.

[0074] As described above, the vaporization device 500 is located below the water tank 200 to receive water stored in the water tank. The steam pipe 600 is parallel to the water tank 200, and the steam outlet 601 of the steam pipe 600 is higher than the water tank 200. The handle 101 and the steam outlet 601 of the steam pipe 600 are located on opposite sides of the handheld ironing device.

[0075] This steam brush, when the vaporization device heats water to generate steam, only heats the incoming water, not all the water in the tank. This prevents splashing of boiling water and the risk of scalding. Even if water overflows from the tank when the product is tilted, it remains at room temperature because it has not been heated, thus preventing scalding. This steam brush boasts high safety, ease of operation, a simple and reasonable structure, and a reliable lifespan.

[0076] This steam brush relies on the flow of water rather than a water pump, resulting in low manufacturing costs and energy-efficient operation.

[0077] Example 2

[0078] like Figure 4-7 As shown, the handheld ironing device in this embodiment differs from the handheld ironing device in Embodiment 1 mainly in the water tank configuration. To avoid redundancy, the differences will be described in detail below.

[0079] In this embodiment, unlike Embodiment 1 where the water tank is fixed inside the main body to form a combined unit, the water tank 200 in this embodiment is detachably configured from the main body 100. Furthermore, the handle 101 is disposed on the water tank 200 and located separately from the steam outlet 601 of the steam pipe on two opposite sides of the handheld ironing device.

[0080] Specifically: the main body 100 is provided with a placement space 104, and the water tank 200 is as follows: Figure 4 As shown, it is placed on placement position 104 to achieve Figure 1 The shape shown.

[0081] To form a combined unit between the water tank 200 and the main body 100, a joining mechanism is used. Based on this joining mechanism, the water tank and the main body can be joined as needed. Figure 4 The combinations shown are as follows or as Figure 5 As shown, it is detached. Figure 4-5 In the structure shown, the connecting mechanism includes a magnetic attraction structure and a locking structure. The magnetic attraction structure is as follows: Figure 5 As shown, corresponding magnetic assemblies 207 are provided at the placement position 104 and the bottom of the water tank. When the water tank is placed in the placement position, the magnetic assemblies attract the water tank to the main body. Furthermore, the locking structure includes a hook portion 105 located at the upper end of the main body 100, and a hook 208 and a push button 209 disposed on the top of the water tank 200. The hook 208 and the push button 209 engage via an inclined surface 210. Figure 4 As shown, in its natural state, the push button 209 is held to the right by the elastic force of the first spring 211, and the hook 208 engages with the hook part 105, preventing the water tank from detaching from the main body in the left-right direction. To ensure the hook engages with the hook part, a second spring 212 is applied to the hook, which exerts a downward elastic force on the hook to prevent it from detaching from the hook part. With the cooperation of the magnetic attraction structure and the locking structure, the water tank and the main body are reliably combined into a single unit, allowing the handheld ironing device to be operated by holding the handle. Figure 1 The handheld ironing device shown has the same effect.

[0082] from Figure 4 In the indicated state, pushing the push button 209 to the left overcomes the elastic force of the first spring 211 and the second spring 212. The push button 209 lifts the hook 208 via the inclined plane 210, causing the hook 208 to disengage from the hook part 105, thus detaching the water tank from the main body. The water tank detached from the main body makes it easier to add water.

[0083] Inspired by the magnetic and locking structures, the magnetic structure can replace the locking structure, or vice versa, to reliably connect the water tank to the main body.

[0084] In this embodiment, given the detachable configuration of the water tank and the main body, the wall is attached to the main body. This is equivalent to fully integrating the controllable water valve 300 from Embodiment 1 into the main body 100. Figure 4-5 The dashed box indicates the area.

[0085] And, as Figure 5 , Figure 7 As shown, a pipe 310 extends upward from the water inlet of the controllable water valve 300, and a radial groove 311 is provided at the upper end of the pipe 310. For example... Figure 6-7 As shown, the bottom of the water tank is provided with a drain hole 204 that mates with the water inlet 301. A valve ball 205 is placed in the drain hole. The valve ball 205 is as follows: Figure 6 As shown, the third spring 206, under its elastic force, seals the drain hole 204, preventing water from flowing out of the tank. When the water tank 200 is... Figure 5 When the tube 310 is placed in position 104 and combined with the main body 100, it is inserted into the drain hole 204, and the valve ball 205 is pushed upward to open, allowing water to be stored in the water tank. Figure 7 The path indicated by the dashed line with the arrow flows into the water inlet. The water stored in the tank flows into the water inlet and is controlled by a controllable water valve, just as in Example 1, which will not be described further here. Accordingly, the drain hole opens when connected to the water inlet and closes when disconnected.

[0086] Furthermore, in this embodiment, since a push button is provided on the top of the water tank, occupying the position of the water inlet in the embodiment, and in order to add water to the water tank, the water inlet 201 is located on the upper part of the water tank, above the handle 101.

[0087] In other embodiments, the drain hole 204, the valve ball 205, and the third spring 206 supported on the valve ball can be centrally arranged on a cover. A water inlet is provided at the bottom of the water tank. The cover is threaded onto the water inlet of the water tank, just as a cover is threaded onto the mouth of a bottle. Then, by removing the cover, water can be added to the water tank through the water inlet. At this time, the water inlet can be eliminated.

[0088] The other structures in this embodiment are the same as in Embodiment 1, and will not be described in detail.

[0089] Example 3

[0090] The handheld ironing device of this embodiment, as shown in Figure 8, only schematically illustrates its simplified structure. In this embodiment, the handle 101, like in Embodiment 1, is a separate part extending from the assembly (body). The remaining structures adopt the specific structures of Embodiment 1 or Embodiment 2, and will not be described again here.

[0091] Example 4

[0092] The handheld ironing device of this embodiment, as shown in Figure 9, only schematically illustrates its simplified structure. In this embodiment, the handle 101 is a partial structure of the assembly. The remaining structures adopt the specific structures of Embodiment 1 or Embodiment 2, and will not be described again here.

[0093] The above embodiments illustrate several specific layouts, all of which involve the steam pipe 600 and water tank 200 being arranged side-by-side, with the steam outlet 601 of the steam pipe 600 higher than that of the water tank 200. The handle 101 and the steam outlet 601 of the steam pipe 600 are located on opposite sides of the handheld ironing device. Based on this, in other embodiments, the water tank and steam pipe can be interchanged, i.e., the water tank can be positioned as follows: Figure 10 The image shows the left side of the steam pipe. When the water tank can be detached, it is not limited to detaching the water tank from the main body upwards, but can also be detached to the side. In this case, the pipe 310 and the drain hole 204 in Embodiment 2 are arranged horizontally so that the pipe 310 can be inserted into the drain hole 204.

Claims

1. A hand-held ironing device for ironing clothing held in the hand, characterized in that The utility model relates to a hand-held steaming device, comprising: a main body (100) capable of being placed upright; a water tank (200) for storing water, which is arranged in the main body and forms a combination with the main body; a vaporizing device (500) arranged below the water tank (200) and used for receiving water stored in the water tank; a steam pipe (600) connected to the vaporizing device and used for outputting steam generated by the vaporizing device, the steam pipe being arranged side by side with the water tank (200), and a steam outlet (601) of the steam pipe (600) being higher than the water tank (200); a handle (101) capable of being held by hand, which is arranged on the opposite side of the steam outlet (601) of the steam pipe (600) from the hand-held steaming device.

2. A hand-held ironing device according to claim 1, characterised in that: The steam pipe and the vaporizing device (500) are arranged in the main body, and the steam pipe extends upward from the vaporizing device.

3. A hand-held ironing device according to claim 2, characterised in that: The water tank (200) is fixed in the main body (100).

4. A hand-held ironing device according to claim 3, characterised in that: The handle (101) is arranged in the main body.

5. A hand-held ironing device according to claim 2, characterised in that: The water tank (200) is arranged separately from the main body (100).

6. A hand-held ironing device according to claim 5, characterised in that: The water tank (200) and the main body (100) form a combination through a combination mechanism, and the combination mechanism comprises a magnetic attraction structure and / or a locking structure.

7. A hand-held ironing device according to claim 5, characterised in that: The handle (101) is arranged in the main body or the water tank.

8. A hand iron according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterised in that: The handle (101) is a partial structure of the combination or an independent part extending from the combination.

9. A hand iron according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterised in that: The vaporizing device (500) is connected to the water tank and receives water dripping from the water tank by means of water level difference.

10. A hand-held ironing device according to claim 9, characterised in that: A controllable water valve (300) is arranged between the water tank and the vaporizing device (500), and the vaporizing device (500) receives water dripping from the water tank through the controllable water valve (300).

11. A hand-held ironing device according to claim 10, characterised in that: The controllable water valve (300) comprises a water inlet hole (301), a valve plug (302) and a bimetallic strip (303), the valve plug (302) is arranged at the water inlet hole (301), and the bimetallic strip (303) is arranged at the valve plug (302) and is configured to deform with the change of the degree of heating to promote the valve plug to change position to open or close the water inlet hole.

12. A hand-held ironing device according to claim 11, characterised in that: The valve plug (302) has a shaft part (304) and a sealing cover (305) connected thereto, the shaft part (304) is located at the water inlet hole (301), and the sealing cover (305) is located at one port of the water inlet hole (301) and covers the port of the water inlet hole (301) to close the water inlet hole or leaves the port of the water inlet hole to open the water inlet hole.

13. The hand-held ironing device according to claim 11, characterized in that: The bimetallic strip (303) is configured to receive heat from the vaporizing device (500) and open the water inlet hole when the degree of heating increases.

14. The hand-held ironing device according to claim 11, characterized in that: The controllable water valve (300) comprises a wall (202), the water inlet hole (301) is arranged in the wall (202), a bottom cover (306) is arranged at the lower side of the wall (202), the valve plug (302) is arranged in the bottom cover (306) through an elastic part (307) and blocks the water inlet hole (301) through the elastic part, and the bimetallic strip (303) is configured to overcome the elastic force of the elastic part (307) to open the water inlet hole.

15. A hand-held ironing device according to claim 14, characterised in that: A channel (308) is formed between the wall (202) and the bottom cover (306), and the channel (308) connects the water inlet hole (301) and the vaporizing device (500).

16. A hand-held ironing device according to claim 15, characterised in that: A controllable flow adjusting rod (309) is arranged in the channel (308).

17. The hand-held ironing device according to claim 14, characterized in that: The bottom wall of the water tank serves as the wall (202).

18. A hand iron according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterised in that: The upper portion of the water tank is provided with a water inlet (201), and a water tank cover (400) is arranged on the water inlet (201).

19. A hand-held ironing device according to claim 18, characterised in that: The water tank cover (400) is provided with a balance hole (401).

20. The hand-held ironing device according to claim 18, characterized in that: The water inlet (201) of the water tank is provided with a sealing element (203), and the water tank cover (400) is in contact with the sealing element when covering the water inlet, so as to prevent water leakage at the water inlet (201).

21. The hand-held ironing device according to claim 14, characterized in that: The wall is arranged on the main body, and the bottom of the water tank is provided with a water outlet hole (204) which is in abutment with the water inlet hole (301) and is configured to be opened when in abutment with the water inlet hole and closed when out of abutment with the water inlet hole.

22. A hand iron according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterised in that: The main body (100) has a mouth portion (102) at the upper portion thereof, and the steam outlet (601) of the steam pipeline is led to the mouth portion (102).

23. A hand iron according to claim 22, characterised in that: The steam outlet (601) of the steam pipeline is provided with a steam panel (700), and the steam panel (700) is provided with a steam release hole (701).

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