Combined fitting for a steam ironing device and steam ironing device

Abstract

The utility model discloses a kind of combined fittings for steam ironing equipment and steam ironing equipment, combined fitting includes the connecting piece for being connected with the steam nozzle of steam ironing equipment, the connecting piece has first side and second side opposite to each other, the first side of the connecting piece is equipped with brush part, the second side of the connecting piece is equipped with cloth brush part. The brush part and cloth brush part of combined fitting are integrated on one accessory, wherein, the brush part and cloth brush part are located on the opposite two sides of connecting piece respectively, this combined fitting can quickly convert function in use process, user does not need to put down the hanging iron in hand, to find another accessory to replace, especially in urgent need to go out or quickly arrange multiple different material clothes, can save time, improve the efficiency of ironing and arranging clothes.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of steam ironing equipment, and in particular to a combination accessory for steam ironing equipment and a steam ironing equipment. Background Technology

[0002] Steam ironing equipment, such as garment steamers and electric irons, generally has an ironing head (also called an ironing head or spray head) that sprays steam outwards for ironing clothes. While ironing clothes, there is sometimes a need to use accessories to further process the garments; therefore, steam ironing equipment is usually equipped with auxiliary accessories, such as brushes or nylon cloth brushes. In existing steam ironing equipment, the auxiliary accessories are separate from the ironing head. When users want to use auxiliary accessories, they need to fix them to the machine body. When switching to another ironing mode after one mode is finished, the auxiliary accessory may need to be replaced.

[0003] Some existing steam ironing equipment uses clips to fix auxiliary accessories to the body, which is difficult to disassemble and prone to loosening and unstable connection after repeated disassembly and assembly. Other steam ironing equipment uses magnetic attachment to detachably attach auxiliary accessories to the main body. During installation, simply bring the accessory close to the main body and it will automatically adhere. Disassembly is also convenient, requiring no tools to remove the accessory, and it is less prone to loosening even after repeated disassembly and assembly. For example, the patent application CN212611567U, "An Ironing Device for Easy Disassembly and Assembly of Auxiliary Accessories," discloses such a steam ironing device.

[0004] In the aforementioned steam ironing equipment, regardless of whether the auxiliary accessories are connected by snap-fit ​​or magnetic attachment, each accessory is an independent unit, meaning it only has a single function. For example, an accessory might only function as a brush or a cloth brush. When a specific accessory is needed, it is fixed to the main body of the product using the product's connection structure. This method results in scattered accessories that are inconvenient to store and easily lost. Furthermore, each time a different accessory needs to be replaced, the unwanted accessory must be removed and the required accessory installed, making the process cumbersome.

[0005] Therefore, the accessories used in existing steam ironing equipment still need further improvement. Utility Model Content

[0006] The first technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to provide a combination accessory for a steam ironing device that is not easily lost and can effectively improve the ironing efficiency, in light of the current state of the technology.

[0007] The second technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to provide a steam ironing device that uses the above-mentioned combination of accessories, in view of the current state of the prior art.

[0008] The third technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to provide a steam ironing device that can easily switch functions, in light of the current state of the prior art.

[0009] The technical solution adopted by this utility model to solve the first technical problem is: a combination accessory for a steam ironing device, including a connector for connecting to the steam nozzle of the steam ironing device. The connector has a first side and a second side that are opposite to each other. A brush portion is provided on the first side of the connector, and a cloth brush portion is provided on the second side of the connector.

[0010] Generally, the connector can be a closed annular sleeve that is detachably connected to the steam nozzle. When selecting the brush or cloth brush function, the annular sleeve is removed, turned around, and then installed on the steam nozzle. However, considering that the detachable connection of the combined components still involves a cumbersome disassembly and assembly process, in a preferred embodiment, the connector can be attached to the steam nozzle via a rotatable connection. To accommodate the rotatable connection structure between the connector and the steam nozzle, the connector is an open, arc-shaped structure. Both ends of the connector along its length are provided with connecting portions for rotatably connecting to the steam nozzle of the steam ironing equipment. The two connecting portions of the connector and the axis of rotatable connection of the steam nozzle of the steam ironing equipment extend on the same straight line. The brush portion includes bristles arranged sequentially along the length of the connector, with each bristle extending away from the second side. The bristles of the brush portion can be arranged sequentially from one end of the connector to the other, or they can be segmented, or they can be a single segment located in the middle of the connector.

[0011] Generally, to ensure effective cleaning and better user experience, the brush should be positioned as close as possible to the inner center of the curved structure of the connector. Therefore, the connector includes a connector body and a brush protrusion extending inward from the inner center of the curved structure of the connector body. The brush portion is located on the side of the brush protrusion facing away from the first side of the connector. This design of the brush protrusion also ensures proper positioning with the corresponding part of the steam nozzle, guaranteeing a secure installation of the assembled components.

[0012] To accommodate ironing of garments made of different materials, the brush part is one of a flannel brush, a mesh brush, and a woolen brush.

[0013] The technical solution adopted by this utility model to solve the second technical problem is: a steam ironing device, including a steam nozzle and a steam accessory disposed on the steam nozzle, wherein the steam accessory adopts the above-mentioned steam ironing device assembly accessory.

[0014] To better adapt to the steam nozzle and facilitate the switching between the cloth brush and bristle brush functions of the accessory assembly, the front of the steam nozzle has an ironing panel with steam holes. The accessory assembly has a first usage state and a second usage state depending on its installation position relative to the steam nozzle.

[0015] In the first use state, the brush portion faces forward and at least part of it protrudes forward relative to the ironing panel, while the cloth brush portion faces backward and is located on the rear side of the ironing panel.

[0016] In the second usage state, the cloth brush portion faces forward and at least part of it protrudes forward relative to the ironing panel, while the bristle portion faces backward and is located on the rear side of the ironing panel.

[0017] The technical solution adopted by this utility model to solve the third technical problem is as follows: the connecting part of the combined accessory can be pivotally connected to the steam nozzle, and can be in the first use state and the second use state as its rotation position changes.

[0018] In order to properly conceal the brush part when using the brush function and ensure the overall aesthetics of the ironing equipment, the steam nozzle includes a nozzle body and an ironing boss protruding forward from the nozzle body. The front side of the ironing boss is an ironing panel. The front part of the nozzle body forms a storage recess corresponding to the side space of the ironing boss. In the first use state, the brush part is hidden in the location of the storage recess.

[0019] In order to better conceal the brush part when using the brush function and avoid the problem of the brush part deforming, the front part of the outer peripheral wall of the nozzle body also has an inwardly recessed annular contraction part. In the second use state, the brush part is stored in the position of the annular contraction part.

[0020] Compared with existing technologies, the advantages of this utility model are as follows: The brush and cloth brush parts of the combined accessory are integrated into one accessory, with the brush and cloth brush parts located on opposite sides of the connector. This combined accessory allows for quick switching of functions during use, eliminating the need for users to put down their garment steamer to find another accessory. This is especially beneficial when urgently needing to leave or quickly organizing multiple garments of different materials, saving time and improving the efficiency of ironing and organizing clothes. Furthermore, because the brush and cloth brush are combined, the possibility of losing one accessory due to its individual placement is reduced. In daily use, accessories for steam ironing equipment are small and prone to loss, while the combined accessory structure allows users to better manage and store them, extending the lifespan of the accessories. Attached Figure Description

[0021] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the steam ironing device according to an embodiment of the present utility model (the assembled components are in the first use state);

[0022] Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the steam ironing device according to an embodiment of the present utility model (the assembled components are in a separated state);

[0023] Figure 3 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the steam ironing device according to an embodiment of the present utility model (the assembled components are in the second usage state);

[0024] Figure 4 This is a right view of the steam ironing device according to an embodiment of the present invention (the combined accessories are in the second use state);

[0025] Figure 5 This is a right view of the steam ironing device according to an embodiment of the present invention (the assembled components are in a rotating state);

[0026] Figure 6 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the combined accessories according to an embodiment of the present utility model. Detailed Implementation

[0027] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present utility model are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0028] Figures 1-6This invention illustrates a preferred embodiment of the steam ironing equipment and its assembly accessories. The steam ironing equipment can be a garment steamer, electric iron, or other steam-based product; a handheld garment steamer is used as an example below. The handheld garment steamer includes a body 3 and assembly accessories connected to the body 3. The body 3 generally includes a base 31, a handheld portion 32 extending upwards from the base 31, and a steam nozzle 2 connected to the top of the handheld portion 32. The base 31 generally has a water tank (not shown). The front of the steam nozzle 2 is an ironing panel 210, on which ironing plates 210 are distributed. The body 3 generally contains a steam generator, which heats the pumped water in the water tank, continuously raising the water temperature until it vaporizes into high-temperature, high-pressure steam, which is then ejected from the steam holes 211 of the ironing panels 210.

[0029] See Figure 6 The combined accessory in this embodiment is an integrated accessory that combines the functions of a brush and a cloth brush. Specifically, the combined accessory includes a connector 1 and a brush portion 14 and a cloth brush portion 15 disposed on the connector 1. The connector 1 is used to connect to the steam nozzle 2 of the steam ironing equipment. The connector 1 has a first side 11 and a second side 12 that are opposite to each other. The brush portion 14 is disposed on the first side 11 of the connector 1, and the cloth brush portion 15 is disposed on the second side 12 of the connector 1.

[0030] In an optional embodiment, the connector 1 can be designed as a closed annular sleeve, which is detachably fitted onto the front of the steam nozzle 2. When switching between the brush function and the cloth brush function, the annular sleeve can be removed, turned around, and then installed onto the steam nozzle 2. More specifically, the assembly has a first usage state and a second usage state depending on its installation position relative to the steam nozzle 2. In the first usage state, the brush portion 14 faces forward, with at least a portion of the brush protruding forward relative to the ironing panel 210, thus facilitating contact with and treatment of clothing, while the cloth brush portion 15 faces backward, specifically located on the rear side of the ironing panel 210. In the second usage state, the installation state of the assembly is exactly the opposite. Specifically, the cloth brush portion 15 of the assembly faces forward, with at least a portion of the cloth brush portion 15 protruding forward relative to the ironing panel 210, while the brush portion 14 faces backward and is located on the rear side of the ironing panel 210.

[0031] See Figure 2In another optional embodiment, the connector 1 is an overall non-closed arc-shaped structure. Both ends of the connector 1 along its length are provided with connecting portions 13 for rotatably connecting with the steam nozzle 2 of the steam ironing device. Specifically, the steam nozzle 2 has pivots 24 extending outwards and aligned on the front, rear, left, and right sides, while the two ends of the connector 1 along its length have corresponding shaft holes. When installing the assembly, the two pivots 24 of the steam nozzle 2 can be inserted into the corresponding shaft holes of the connector 1. After the assembly is in place, the assembly can rotate relative to the steam nozzle 2 around the pivots 24; the axis of the pivots 24 is the rotation axis of the assembly. See also... Figure 1 and Figure 3 The assembly has a first usage state and a second usage state depending on its rotation position. Similarly, in the first usage state, the assembly is tilted to the lower part of the steam nozzle 2, the brush portion 14 on the connector 1 faces forward, and at least a portion of the brush protrudes forward relative to the ironing panel 210, allowing for easy contact with the clothing for processing. The cloth brush portion 15 faces backward, specifically located on the rear side of the ironing panel 210. In the second usage state, the assembly is tilted to the upper part of the steam nozzle 2, the cloth brush portion 15 faces forward, and at least a portion of the cloth brush portion 15 protrudes forward relative to the ironing panel 210. The brush portion 14 faces backward and is located on the rear side of the ironing panel 210.

[0032] In this embodiment, the brush portion 14 includes bristles 140 arranged sequentially along the length of the connector 1, with each bristle 140 extending in a direction away from the second side portion 12. The bristles 140 of the brush portion 14 can be arranged sequentially from one end of the connector 1 to the other end, or they can be designed in segments, or they can be a single segment located in the middle of the connector 1. The cloth brush portion 15 is one of a flannel brush, a mesh brush, and a woolen brush, thereby adapting to the ironing treatment of clothing of different materials.

[0033] See also Figure 6 In this embodiment, the connector 1 includes a connector body 10 and a brush protrusion 16 protruding inward from the inner center of the arc-shaped structure of the connector body 10. The brush portion 15 is disposed on the side of the brush protrusion 16 facing away from the first side portion 11 of the connector 1. Due to the arrangement of the brush protrusion 16, the brush portion 15 can be effectively close to the inner center of the arc-shaped structure of the connector 1, thereby ensuring the cleaning effect of the brush and better conforming to the user's hand feel, thus improving the user experience.

[0034] See Figure 2The steam nozzle 2 includes a nozzle body 20 and an ironing boss 21 protruding forward from the nozzle body 20. The front end of the ironing boss 21 is also the ironing panel 210. A corresponding storage recess 22 is formed on the side space of the ironing boss 21 corresponding to the front part of the nozzle body 20. The side profile of the ironing boss 21 is adapted to the side profile of the cloth brush boss 16 of the accessory assembly, such as... Figure 2 As shown, the front of the nozzle body 20 forms two recessed areas 22 corresponding to the upper and lower sides of the ironing boss 21. The upper and lower sides of the ironing boss 21 are concave curved surfaces recessed towards the center of the ironing boss 21, while the side profile of the brush boss 16 of the accessory is a convex curved surface. In the first usage state, the brush boss 16 and the brush part 15 of the accessory can be conveniently hidden in the recessed areas 22. In the second usage state, the brush boss 16 of the accessory can also be stored in the recessed areas 22, thus ensuring the overall aesthetics of the ironing equipment. In both the first and second usage states, the side wall of the brush boss 16 of the accessory can also contact and limit the contour of the side of the ironing boss 21 as much as possible, thus ensuring the secure installation of the accessory in both the first and second usage states.

[0035] The front end of the steam nozzle 2 in this embodiment has a symmetrical structure. In actual use, the user can choose to place the brush function (or cloth brush function) of the accessory set above or below the steam nozzle 2 according to actual needs or usage habits. When actually installing the accessory set, simply swap the left and right ends of the connector 1 of the accessory set.

[0036] The front part of the outer peripheral wall of the nozzle body 20 also has an inwardly recessed annular contraction portion 23. In the second use state, the brush portion 14 of the assembly accessory is stored in the position of the annular contraction portion 23. In this way, when using the brush function, the brush portion 14 is better hidden inward relative to the outer peripheral wall of the nozzle body 20, avoiding the problem of deformation of the brush portion 14 due to pressure from external objects.

[0037] This embodiment combines a brush and a cloth brush into a single accessory structure, allowing users to quickly switch between cleaning and finishing methods depending on the fabric and stains. For example, a brush can be used to clean lint and other impurities, while a cloth brush can be used for finer finishing of soft materials like silk and cashmere, avoiding scratching the fabric. This multi-functional design meets various ironing and cleaning needs, enhancing the user experience. Furthermore, the single accessory is more convenient to store than two separate brushes and cloth brushes. It only occupies one storage space, reducing the space required for storing garment steamer accessories. This is a practical advantage for users with limited storage space, making ironing equipment storage neater and more organized. Moreover, the accessory allows for quick switching between functions during use. Users don't need to put down their garment steamer to find another accessory, saving time and improving ironing and finishing efficiency, especially when rushing out or quickly finishing multiple garments of different materials. Additionally, the combination of the brush and cloth brush reduces the possibility of losing one accessory if stored separately. In daily use, garment steamer accessories are small and easy to lose. Modular accessories allow users to better manage and store them, extending the lifespan of the accessories.

[0038] This utility model is not limited to the above-described preferred embodiments. Anyone can derive other forms of products under the guidance of this utility model. However, regardless of any changes made in their shape or structure, any technical solution that is the same as or similar to this application falls within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A combination accessory for a steam ironing device, characterized in that: The device includes a connector (1) for connecting to a steam nozzle (2) of a steam ironing device. The connector (1) has a first side (11) and a second side (12) that are opposite to each other. The first side (11) of the connector (1) is provided with a brush portion (14), and the second side (12) of the connector (1) is provided with a cloth brush portion (15). The connector (1) is an overall non-closed arc-shaped structure. Both ends of the connector (1) in the length direction are provided with connecting portions (13) for rotatably connecting to the steam nozzle (2) of the steam ironing device. The axes of the two connecting portions (13) of the connector (1) and the steam nozzle (2) of the steam ironing device extend on the same straight line. The brush portion (14) includes bristles (140) arranged sequentially along the length direction of the connector (1). Each bristle (140) extends in a direction away from the second side (12).

2. The assembly accessories for steam ironing equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that: The connector (1) includes a connector body (10) and a brush protrusion (16) protruding inward from the inner center of the arc-shaped structure of the connector body (10). The brush portion (15) is disposed on the side of the brush protrusion (16) away from the first side (11) of the connector (1).

3. The assembly accessories for steam ironing equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that: The brush part (15) is one of a velvet brush, a mesh brush, and a woolen brush.

4. A steam ironing device, comprising a steam nozzle (2) and a steam accessory disposed on the steam nozzle (2), characterized in that: The steam accessory is the combination accessory for steam ironing equipment as described in any one of claims 1 to 3.

5. The steam ironing device according to claim 4, characterized in that: The front of the steam nozzle (2) has an ironing panel (210) with steam holes (211). The assembly has a first use state and a second use state depending on its installation position relative to the steam nozzle (2). In the first use state, the brush portion (14) faces forward and at least part of it protrudes forward relative to the ironing panel (210), and the cloth brush portion (15) faces backward and is located on the rear side of the ironing panel (210). In the second usage state, the cloth brush portion (15) faces forward and is at least partially exposed forward relative to the ironing panel (210), while the bristle brush portion (14) faces backward and is located on the rear side of the ironing panel (210).

6. The steam ironing device according to claim 5, characterized in that: The connector (1) of the assembly can be pivotally connected to the steam nozzle (2) and can be in the first and second use states as its rotation position changes.

7. The steam ironing device according to claim 6, characterized in that: The steam nozzle (2) includes a nozzle body (20) and an ironing boss (21) protruding forward from the nozzle body (20). The front side of the ironing boss (21) is an ironing panel (210). The front part of the nozzle body (20) forms a storage recess (22) corresponding to the side space of the ironing boss (21). In the first use state, the cloth brush part (15) is hidden in the location of the storage recess (22).

8. The steam ironing device according to claim 7, characterized in that: The front part of the outer peripheral wall of the nozzle body (20) also has an inwardly recessed annular contraction portion (23), and in the second use state, the brush portion (14) is housed in the location of the annular contraction portion (23).

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