Dual-purpose steam iron

Abstract

The utility model provides a two -in -one steam iron, wherein the two -in -one steam iron includes iron main part, handle and ironing board, wherein handle is rotatably installed in iron main part, ironing board is arranged in the bottom of iron main part and has first steam area and second steam area, wherein steam cavity and change over switch are arranged in iron main part, change over switch is linked with handle, and the outlet of steam cavity is communicated with second steam area or first steam area through the rotation of handle, so that the switching between flat ironing mode and hanging ironing mode of two -in -one steam iron and the steam position under corresponding mode are formed based on the rotation of handle.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of irons, and in particular to a steam iron that can be used in two ways. Background Technology

[0002] Electric irons are common household appliances. Their working principle is to flatten and heat the fabric to soften wrinkles, making the surface smooth. Steam irons, which use steam to assist ironing, are widely available on the market. They work by spraying steam onto the fabric, using heat and moisture to moisten / expand the fibers, softening the wrinkles. The ironing surface then flattens and heats the fabric, shaping and drying it under the heat and pressure, thus smoothing out wrinkles and improving ironing efficiency.

[0003] Traditionally, the flat iron is the most common type of iron. Specifically, a flat iron uses its own weight and the pressure of the operator to smooth out wrinkles in clothing and fabric, achieving a smooth surface. However, for some materials, such as silk, wool, and synthetic fibers, ironing with a flat iron may damage the fabric. Therefore, garment steamers have also been introduced to the market. Garment steamers spray steam from top to bottom onto the garment while it is hanging, using pulling and pressing motions to smooth out wrinkles, achieving a quick wrinkle removal effect. They are suitable for lightweight clothing and fabrics like silk, wool, and synthetic fibers, and are more convenient to use than flat irons. However, their effectiveness is limited for thicker clothing and formal suits.

[0004] Therefore, to meet different ironing needs, consumers generally need to own both a flat iron and a garment steamer. This increases the purchase cost of the equipment and easily leads to the equipment being idle. For example, in summer, ironing is mainly done on thin clothing, so a garment steamer is sufficient, and the flat iron will be left unused. At the same time, too many devices also take up extra space. Utility Model Content

[0005] One objective of this invention is to provide a dual-purpose steam iron that can be used as both a flat iron and a hanging iron without the need for additional or replacement parts. This dual-purpose design meets the different needs of users, allowing them to satisfy both flat ironing and hanging ironing requirements with just one device, thereby reducing equipment purchase costs and avoiding equipment idleness and space occupation.

[0006] Another objective of this utility model is to provide a dual-purpose steam iron, wherein the dual-purpose steam iron has a flat ironing mode and a hanging ironing mode, and can switch between the flat ironing mode and the hanging ironing mode by rotating the handle, so that the position of the handle can adapt to the user's operating habits in the corresponding mode, thereby simultaneously adapting to the user's operating habits of the flat ironing iron and the hanging ironing iron while realizing mode switching, and realizing dual-purpose operation in accordance with the user's operating habits.

[0007] Another objective of this invention is to provide a dual-purpose steam iron in which the rotation of the handle is linked to the switching of the steam jet position, thereby satisfying the steam jet characteristics in the corresponding mode. In this way, the mode switching and the switching of the steam jet position are realized synchronously by rotating the handle, and the user can easily switch between flat ironing and hanging ironing.

[0008] Another objective of this invention is to provide a dual-purpose steam iron, wherein the steam jet position is switched by rotating the handle, which facilitates user operation and reduces the use of electronic components through mechanical linkage design, which simplifies wiring and extends the service life of the dual-purpose steam iron.

[0009] Another objective of this invention is to provide a dual-purpose steam iron, comprising a handle, an iron body, and an ironing plate. The handle is rotatably mounted on the iron body, and the ironing plate is mounted on the bottom of the iron body and has a second steam jet area and a first steam jet area arranged along the length of the ironing plate. The iron body is provided with a steam chamber and a switching switch, which is linked to the handle and, by rotating the handle, connects the outlet of the steam chamber to either the second or first steam jet area. This allows for switching the steam jet position based on the rotation of the handle, making it easy for users to use the dual-purpose steam iron.

[0010] Another objective of this invention is to provide a dual-purpose steam iron, wherein the handle is rotatably switchable between two states: parallel and perpendicular to the length direction of the ironing board. Correspondingly, in the state where the length direction of the handle is perpendicular to the length direction of the ironing board, the switching switch is linked to connect the steam outlet and the first steam spray area, so as to facilitate the user to hold the handle for ironing operations, satisfying both purposes while conforming to the user's operating habits.

[0011] Another objective of this invention is to provide a dual-purpose steam iron, wherein the switching switch includes a steam distribution groove, a switching slider, and a linkage. The steam distribution groove is arranged along the length of the ironing board and has a steam outlet at one end and a steam inlet at the side of the steam distribution groove. The second steam injection area is connected to the steam outlet, the first steam injection area is connected to the steam distribution groove, and the steam inlet is connected to the outlet of the steam chamber. The switching slider is slidably disposed in the steam distribution groove. The linkage is linked to the handle and the steam distribution groove so that when the handle is rotated, the switching slider slides in the steam distribution groove to close or open the steam outlet. When the steam outlet is open, steam injected from the steam inlet is ejected from the steam outlet. When the steam outlet is closed, steam injected from the steam inlet enters the steam distribution groove, thereby achieving steam output switching to meet the steam injection needs for different applications.

[0012] Another objective of this utility model is to provide a dual-purpose steam iron, wherein the linkage includes a linkage rod and a gear disposed at one end of the linkage rod, wherein the switching slider is provided with a toothed row that meshes with the gear, the toothed row being disposed along the length direction of the ironing board and engaging with the gear, and the other end of the linkage rod being linked to the handle, thereby enabling the switching slider to slide in the steam distribution groove when the handle is rotated, so that the switching slider can close or open the steam outlet.

[0013] Another objective of this invention is to provide a dual-purpose steam iron, wherein the switching slider includes a longitudinal sliding plate and a transverse stop plate bent and extending from one end of the longitudinal sliding plate. A toothed rack is disposed on the longitudinal sliding plate. The steam distribution groove has a steam inlet section and a steam diffusion section extending sequentially from one end where the steam outlet is located to the other end. The steam inlet is disposed on one side of the steam inlet section. The transverse stop plate matches the width of the steam inlet section to close the steam outlet when the transverse stop plate is located at the steam outlet, allowing steam injected from the steam inlet to enter the steam diffusion section. A first steam injection zone is connected to the steam diffusion section, allowing steam to exit from the first steam injection zone. When the transverse stop plate is slid away from the steam outlet, the steam outlet is open, and the transverse stop plate forms a barrier to the steam entering the steam diffusion section, allowing steam to exit from the steam outlet and then from the second steam injection zone. This achieves steam output switching to meet different steam jet requirements for flat ironing and hanging ironing.

[0014] Another objective of this invention is to provide a dual-purpose steam iron, wherein the first steam spray area is set as a slit on the ironing board, and steam is sprayed from the slit in a linear area, thereby avoiding steam spraying at a single point, which helps to improve the coverage and uniformity of steam spraying.

[0015] Another objective of this invention is to provide a dual-purpose steam iron, wherein the second steam spray area is configured as two slits on the ironing board, and one end of the two slits of the second steam spray area is connected and forms a V-shape, which helps to ensure the uniformity of coverage of the corresponding clothing or fabric when ironing.

[0016] Another objective of this invention is to provide a dual-purpose steam iron, wherein the steam chamber includes a double-layer steam injection channel, and the upper and lower steam injection channels sequentially form a steam ejection labyrinth to improve steam quality and effectively remove water droplets.

[0017] Another objective of this invention is to provide a dual-purpose steam iron, wherein the steam chamber includes a steam output layer, wherein the steam output layer includes an outer wall surrounding the steam distribution groove, a first water-blocking rib extending outward from the outer side of the steam distribution groove, a second water-blocking rib extending inward from the inner side of the outer wall, and a steam exhaust inlet disposed on the outer side of the steam distribution groove opposite to the steam inlet, thereby forming a steam injection channel around the outer side of the steam distribution groove, so that the steam entering the steam output layer from the steam exhaust inlet is transported between the steam distribution groove and the outer wall, around the outer side of the steam distribution groove, and then input into the steam distribution groove from the steam inlet. The first water-blocking rib and the second water-blocking rib are staggered, so that the steam is repeatedly obstructed and deflected during the transport process, thereby increasing the degree of vaporization and blocking water droplets, and improving the quality of the output steam.

[0018] Another objective of this invention is to provide a dual-purpose steam iron, wherein the steam chamber includes a steam labyrinth layer, wherein the steam labyrinth layer includes a labyrinth wall, at least two layers of inner labyrinth walls within the area enclosed by the labyrinth wall, and a steam outlet located between the labyrinth wall and the outermost inner labyrinth wall, connecting to the steam outlet. The steam generated in the steam chamber is injected into the inner labyrinth wall and moves within the labyrinth wall, being deflected by the inner labyrinth wall, causing water droplets in the steam to be pushed against the inner labyrinth wall. The steam is then output from the steam outlet. Thus, the labyrinth design enhances the vaporization of the steam and blocks water droplets, thereby improving the steam quality.

[0019] Another objective of this invention is to provide a dual-purpose steam iron, wherein the inner walls of each layer of the maze are designed with axisymmetric symmetry to improve the balance of steam movement in the steam maze layer and enhance the uniformity of steam.

[0020] According to one aspect of the present invention, the present invention provides a dual-purpose steam iron, wherein the dual-purpose steam iron comprises: Iron body; A handle, wherein the handle is rotatably mounted to the iron body; and An ironing board, wherein the ironing board is disposed at the bottom of the iron body and has a first steam spray area and a second steam spray area, wherein the iron body is provided with a steam chamber and a switching switch, the switching switch being linked to the handle and being linked by the rotation of the handle to connect the outlet of the steam chamber to the second steam spray area or the first steam spray area.

[0021] In one embodiment, the first steam spray area is a strip-shaped area provided along the length direction of the ironing board, wherein the handle is perpendicular to the length direction of the ironing board, corresponding to the state in which the outlet of the steam chamber communicates with the first steam spray area.

[0022] In one embodiment, the linkage includes a linkage rod and a gear disposed at one end of the linkage rod, wherein the switching slider is provided with a toothed row that engages with the gear, the toothed row being disposed along the length direction of the ironing board and meshing with the gear, and the other end of the linkage rod being linked to the handle.

[0023] In one embodiment, the switching slider includes a longitudinal sliding plate and a transverse stop plate bent and extending from one end of the longitudinal sliding plate. The toothed row is disposed on the longitudinal sliding plate. The steam distribution groove has a steam inlet section and a steam diffusion section extending sequentially from one end where the steam outlet is located to the other end. The steam inlet is disposed on one side of the steam inlet section. The transverse stop plate matches the width of the steam inlet section to close the steam outlet when the transverse stop plate is located at the steam outlet, so that steam injected from the steam inlet enters the steam diffusion section from the steam inlet section. The first steam injection zone communicates with the steam diffusion section, so that steam is ejected from the first steam injection zone. The steam outlet is open when the transverse stop plate is slid away from the steam outlet, and the transverse stop plate forms a blockage against the steam entering the steam diffusion section.

[0024] In one embodiment, the first steam jet area is configured as a slit on the ironing board, and the second steam jet area is configured as two slits on the ironing board, with one end of the two slits of the second steam jet area connected and forming a V-shape.

[0025] In one embodiment, the steam chamber includes a steam output layer, wherein the steam output layer includes a peripheral wall disposed around the steam distribution groove, a first water-blocking rib extending outward from the outside of the steam distribution groove, a second water-blocking rib extending inward from the inside of the peripheral wall, and a steam outlet disposed on the outside of the steam distribution groove on the side opposite to the steam inlet.

[0026] In one embodiment, the first water-blocking rib and the second water-blocking rib are misaligned.

[0027] In one embodiment, the steam chamber includes a steam labyrinth layer disposed above the steam output layer. The steam labyrinth layer includes a labyrinth wall, at least two inner labyrinth walls disposed within the area enclosed by the labyrinth wall, and a steam outlet located between the labyrinth wall and the outermost inner labyrinth wall, connecting to the steam outlet. The steam generated in the steam chamber is injected into the inner labyrinth wall and moves within the labyrinth wall, being deflected by the inner labyrinth wall, causing water droplets in the steam to be pushed against the inner labyrinth wall, and the steam is output from the steam outlet.

[0028] In one embodiment, the inner walls of each layer of the maze are designed to be axisymmetric.

[0029] The further objectives and advantages of this invention will become fully apparent from the following description and accompanying drawings. Attached Figure Description

[0030] Figure 1 This is a structural schematic diagram of a dual-purpose steam iron in one state according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0031] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the dual-purpose steam iron according to the above embodiments of the present invention in another state.

[0032] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional structural diagram of the dual-purpose steam iron according to the above embodiments of the present invention.

[0033] Figure 4 This is a partial structural diagram of the dual-purpose steam iron according to the above embodiments of the present invention.

[0034] Figure 5This is a partial structural diagram of the dual-purpose steam iron according to the above embodiments of the present invention.

[0035] Figure 6 This is a partial structural diagram of the dual-purpose steam iron according to the above embodiments of the present invention.

[0036] Figure 7 This is a partial structural diagram of the dual-purpose steam iron according to the above embodiments of the present invention.

[0037] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the dual-purpose steam iron according to the above embodiments of the present invention, with a base. Detailed Implementation

[0038] The following description is intended to disclose the present invention so that those skilled in the art can implement it. The preferred embodiments described below are merely examples, and other obvious variations will occur to those skilled in the art. The basic principles of the present invention defined in the following description can be applied to other embodiments, modifications, improvements, equivalents, and other technical solutions that do not depart from the spirit and scope of the present invention.

[0039] Those skilled in the art should understand that in the disclosure of this utility model, the terms "longitudinal", "lateral", "up", "down", "front", "back", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, the above terms should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model.

[0040] It is understood that the term "a" should be understood as "at least one" or "one or more", that is, in one embodiment, the number of an element can be one, while in another embodiment, the number of the element can be multiple, and the term "a" should not be understood as a limitation on the number.

[0041] Refer to the accompanying drawings in the specification of this utility model. Figures 1 to 7As shown, an embodiment of the present invention is illustrated in a dual-purpose steam iron, which has a flat ironing mode and a hanging ironing mode. The iron can be switched between the flat ironing mode and the hanging ironing mode by rotating the handle, and the steam spray position can be switched based on the rotation of the handle. This allows the position of the handle to adapt to the user's operating habits in the corresponding mode, while also meeting the steam spray characteristics in the corresponding mode. Thus, while achieving mode switching, the iron can simultaneously adapt to the user's operating habits for both flat ironing and hanging ironing, achieving dual-purpose functionality in accordance with the user's operating habits.

[0042] Specifically, the dual-purpose steam iron includes an iron body 10, a handle 20, and an ironing plate 30. The handle 20 is rotatably mounted on the iron body 10, and the ironing plate 30 is mounted on the bottom of the iron body 10 and has a second steam spray area 32 and a first steam spray area 31. The rotation of the handle 20 is linked to the steam spray position of the dual-purpose steam iron switching between the second steam spray area 32 and the first steam spray area 31.

[0043] The iron body 10 is provided with a switch 40 and a steam chamber 50. The switch 40 is linked to the handle 20 and the outlet of the steam chamber 50 is connected to the second steam injection zone 32 or the first steam injection zone 31 by the rotation of the handle 20. This allows the steam injection position to be switched based on the rotation of the handle 20, making it easy for users to use the dual-purpose steam iron.

[0044] It is worth mentioning that the first steam spray zone 31 is a strip-shaped area set along the length direction of the ironing board 30, and the handle 20 is configured to be rotatably switched between two states: parallel and perpendicular to the length direction of the ironing board 30. Corresponding to the state where the length direction of the handle 20 is perpendicular to the length direction of the ironing board 30, the switching switch 40 is linked to connect the outlet of the steam chamber and the first steam spray zone, so that the length direction of the handle 20 is perpendicular to the first steam spray zone, which is convenient for the user to hold the handle for garment steaming, satisfying two purposes while conforming to the user's operating habits.

[0045] In detail, the switching switch 40 includes a linkage 41, a switching slider 42, and a steam distribution groove 43. The steam distribution groove 43 is arranged along the length of the ironing board 30 and has a steam outlet 4302 at one end of the steam distribution groove 43 and a steam inlet 4301 at the side of the steam distribution groove 43. The second steam injection area 32 is connected to the steam outlet 4302, the first steam injection area 31 is connected to the steam distribution groove 43, and the steam inlet 4301 is connected to the outlet of the steam chamber 50. The switching slider 42 is slidably disposed in the steam distribution groove 43. The linkage 41 is linked to the handle 20 and the steam distribution groove 43 so that when the handle 20 is rotated, the switching slider 42 slides in the steam distribution groove 43 to close or open the steam outlet 4302.

[0046] Corresponding reference Figure 1 and Figure 4 When the length direction of the handle 20 is parallel to the length direction of the ironing board 30, the switching slider 42 is driven by the handle 20 to be in the state where the steam outlet 4302 is open, and the steam injected from the steam inlet 4301 is ejected from the steam outlet 4302, thereby being ejected from the second steam injection zone 32.

[0047] Corresponding reference Figure 2 and Figure 5 When the handle 20 is rotated and its length direction is perpendicular to the length direction of the ironing board 30, the switching slider 42 is driven by the handle 20 and is in a closed state of the steam outlet 4302. The steam injected from the steam inlet 4301 enters the steam distribution groove 43, thereby realizing the switching of steam output to meet the jetting needs under different purposes.

[0048] It is worth mentioning that the linkage 41 includes a linkage rod 412 and a gear 411 disposed at one end of the linkage rod 412. The switching slider 42 is provided with a toothed row 421 that cooperates with the gear 411. The toothed row 421 is disposed along the length direction of the ironing board 30 and meshes with the gear 411. The other end of the linkage rod 421 is linked to the handle 20, so that when the handle 20 is rotated, the switching slider 42 slides in the steam distribution groove 42, so that the switching slider 42 closes or opens the steam outlet 4302.

[0049] For details, please refer to Figure 3 and Figure 7The handle 20 includes a handle body 21 and a rotating linkage ring 22 mounted on the bottom of the handle body 21. The handle 20 is rotatably mounted on the top of the iron body 10 via the rotating linkage ring 22. The rotating linkage ring 22 has a linkage clamp 221. The linkage rod 412 is bent and extended to form a linkage mounting arm 4121. The linkage mounting arm 4121 is clamped by the linkage clamp 221 so that when the rotating linkage ring 22 rotates, the linkage rod 412 is linked and rotates coaxially with the rotating linkage ring 22, thereby driving the gear 411 to drive the switching slider 42. The design of the rotating linkage ring 22 also allows the water pipe inside the iron body 10 to be laid out in the rotating linkage ring 22, which helps to improve the structural compactness of the dual-purpose steam iron.

[0050] Specifically, the switching slider 42 includes a longitudinal sliding plate 422 and a transverse stop plate 423 that bends and extends to one end of the longitudinal sliding plate 422. The toothed row 421 is disposed on the longitudinal sliding plate 422. The steam distribution groove 43 has a steam inlet section 432 and a steam diffusion section 431 that extend sequentially from one end where the steam outlet 4302 is located to the other end. The steam inlet 4301 is disposed on one side of the steam inlet section 432. The transverse stop plate 423 matches the width of the steam inlet section 432.

[0051] Corresponding reference Figure 5 When the transverse baffle 423 is located at the steam outlet 4302, the steam outlet 4302 is closed, so that the steam injected from the steam inlet 4301 enters the steam diffusion section 431 from the steam inlet section 432. The first steam injection zone 31 is connected to the steam diffusion section 431, so that the steam is ejected from the first steam injection zone 31. Corresponding reference Figure 4 When the transverse baffle 432 is slid away from the steam outlet, the steam outlet 4302 is opened, and the transverse baffle 432 forms a blockage against the steam entering the steam diffusion section 431, so that the steam is ejected from the steam outlet 4302 and then from the second steam injection zone 32, thereby realizing the switching of steam output to meet the different steam injection needs under flat ironing and hanging ironing.

[0052] It is worth mentioning that the switching slider 42 is provided with a limit post 4221, and the gear 411 has a limit tooth block 4111, corresponding to the reference. Figure 5When the limiting tooth block 4111 abuts against the limiting post 4221, the gear 411 is limited and cannot continue to rotate, thereby limiting the rotation of the handle 20 and ensuring the position accuracy of the switching slider 42.

[0053] In other words, in this utility model, a mechanical linkage is used to switch the steam spray position, and the rotation of the handle 20 is used as the driving source. This allows the position of the handle 20 to be switched to adapt to the user's grip habits when ironing flat or hanging, while the steam spray position is switched simultaneously to adapt to the steam spray characteristics of flat and hanging ironing. At the same time, the mechanical structure design achieves rotation limit to avoid over-rotation, which facilitates user operation. Furthermore, the mechanical linkage design reduces the use of electronic components, which helps to simplify wiring and extend the service life of the dual-purpose steam iron.

[0054] It is worth mentioning that the first steam injection zone 31 is set as a slit on the ironing board 30, and steam is injected from the slit in a linear area, thus avoiding steam injection at a single point, which helps to improve the coverage and uniformity of steam injection.

[0055] Specifically, the second steam spray zone 32 is configured as two gaps on the ironing board 30, with one end of the two gaps of the second steam spray zone 32 connected and forming a V-shape, which helps to ensure the uniformity of coverage of the corresponding clothing or fabric during ironing.

[0056] It is worth mentioning that, in some embodiments of the present invention, the first steam injection zone 31 and the second steam injection zone 32 may also be formed by a plurality of exhaust holes, for example, the first steam injection zone 31 is formed by a plurality of exhaust holes arranged along the length direction of the ironing board 30.

[0057] Further, refer to Figure 4 and Figure 5The steam chamber 50 includes a steam output layer 51, which includes a peripheral wall 511 surrounding the steam distribution groove 43, a plurality of first water-blocking ribs 512 extending outward from the outer side of the steam distribution groove 43, a plurality of second water-blocking ribs 513 extending inward from the inner side of the peripheral wall 511, and a steam exhaust inlet 514 disposed on the outer side of the steam distribution groove 43 opposite to the steam inlet 4301, thereby forming a steam injection channel surrounding the outer side of the steam distribution groove 43, so that steam entering the steam output layer 50 from the steam exhaust inlet 514 is transported between the steam distribution groove 43 and the peripheral wall 511, around the outer side of the steam distribution groove 43, and then input into the steam distribution groove 43 from the steam inlet 4301. The steam changes direction multiple times during the transport process to reduce water droplets in the steam and improve the quality of the steam.

[0058] Specifically, the first water-blocking rib 512 and the second water-blocking rib 513 are staggered, so that the steam is repeatedly obstructed and redirected during the transportation process, thereby increasing the degree of vaporization and blocking water droplets, and improving the quality of the output steam.

[0059] Further, refer to Figure 7 The steam chamber 50 includes a steam labyrinth layer 52, which includes a labyrinth wall 521, at least two inner labyrinth walls 522 within the area enclosed by the labyrinth wall 521, and a steam outlet 523 connecting the steam outlet 514 between the labyrinth wall 521 and the outermost inner labyrinth wall 522. The steam generated by the steam chamber 50 is injected into the inner labyrinth wall 522 and moves within the labyrinth wall 521, where it is blocked and redirected by the inner labyrinth wall 522. This causes water droplets in the steam to be pushed against the inner labyrinth wall 522, and the steam is output from the steam outlet 523. Thus, the design of the labyrinth enhances the vaporization of the steam and blocks water droplets, thereby improving the quality of the steam.

[0060] It is worth mentioning that the inner walls 521 of each layer of the maze are designed with axisymmetry to improve the balance of steam movement in the steam maze layer 521 and improve the uniformity of steam.

[0061] Specifically, the steam labyrinth layer 52 is disposed above the steam output layer 51, and the steam inlet 523 and the steam outlet 514 are connected by a pipe, so that steam can move from the steam inlet 523 to the steam outlet 514 from top to bottom and enter the steam output layer 51, so as to form a double-layer steam injection channel based on the steam inlet 523 and the steam outlet 514. The upper and lower steam injection channels form a steam ejection labyrinth in sequence to improve the steam quality and effectively remove water droplets.

[0062] Further, refer to Figure 8 The dual-purpose steam iron further includes a base 60, wherein the base 60 has an iron placement position 61, wherein the ironing board 30 is adapted to be inserted into the iron placement position 61, and the base 60 is also provided with hooks for storing the dual-purpose steam iron.

[0063] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples. Moreover, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine and integrate the different embodiments or examples described in this specification, as well as the features of different embodiments or examples.

[0064] Those skilled in the art should understand that the embodiments of the present invention described above and shown in the accompanying drawings are merely examples and do not limit the present invention. The purpose of the present invention has been fully and effectively achieved. The functions and structural principles of the present invention have been shown and explained in the embodiments. Without departing from the stated principles, the implementation of the present invention may have any variations or modifications.

Claims

1. A dual-purpose steam iron, characterized in that: include: Iron body; A handle, wherein the handle is rotatably mounted to the iron body; as well as An ironing board, wherein the ironing board is disposed at the bottom of the iron body and has a first steam spray area and a second steam spray area, wherein the iron body is provided with a steam chamber and a switching switch, the switching switch being linked to the handle and being linked by the rotation of the handle to connect the outlet of the steam chamber to the second steam spray area or the first steam spray area.

2. The dual-purpose steam iron according to claim 1, wherein the first steam spray area is a strip-shaped area provided along the length direction of the ironing board, wherein the outlet of the steam chamber is connected to the first steam spray area, and the length direction of the handle is perpendicular to the length direction of the ironing board.

3. The dual-purpose steam iron according to claim 2, wherein the switching switch includes a steam distribution groove, a switching slider, and a linkage, wherein the steam distribution groove is provided along the length direction of the ironing board and has a steam outlet at one end of the steam distribution groove and a steam inlet at the side of the steam distribution groove, wherein the second steam injection area is connected to the steam outlet, the first steam injection area is connected to the steam distribution groove, the steam inlet is connected to the outlet of the steam chamber, wherein the switching slider is slidably disposed in the steam distribution groove, and wherein the linkage is linked to the handle and the steam distribution groove so as to link the switching slider to slide in the steam distribution groove when the handle is rotated, so as to close or open the steam outlet.

4. The dual-purpose steam iron according to claim 3, wherein the linkage includes a linkage rod and a gear disposed at one end of the linkage rod, wherein the switching slider is provided with a toothed row that cooperates with the gear, the toothed row being disposed along the length direction of the ironing board and meshing with the gear, and the other end of the linkage rod being linked to the handle.

5. The dual-purpose steam iron according to claim 4, wherein the switching slider includes a longitudinal sliding plate and a transverse stop plate bent and extending at one end of the longitudinal sliding plate, the toothed row is disposed on the longitudinal sliding plate, the steam distribution groove has a steam inlet section and a steam diffusion section extending sequentially from one end where the steam outlet is located to the other end, wherein the steam inlet is disposed on one side of the steam inlet section, the transverse stop plate matches the width of the steam inlet section to close the steam outlet when the transverse stop plate is located at the steam outlet, so that steam injected from the steam inlet enters the steam diffusion section from the steam inlet section, the first steam injection area communicates with the steam diffusion section, thereby causing steam to be ejected from the first steam injection area, wherein when the transverse stop plate is slid away from the steam outlet, the steam outlet is open, and the transverse stop plate forms a blockage against steam entering the steam diffusion section.

6. The dual-purpose steam iron according to claim 2, wherein the first steam spray area is configured as a slit on the ironing board, wherein the second steam spray area is configured as two slits on the ironing board, and one end of the two slits of the second steam spray area is connected and forms a V-shape.

7. The dual-purpose steam iron according to claim 2, wherein the steam chamber includes a steam output layer, wherein the steam output layer includes a peripheral wall disposed around the steam distribution groove, a first water-blocking rib extending outward from the outer side of the steam distribution groove, a second water-blocking rib extending inward from the inner side of the peripheral wall, and a steam exhaust inlet disposed on the outer side of the steam distribution groove opposite to the steam inlet.

8. The dual-purpose steam iron according to claim 7, wherein the first water-blocking rib and the second water-blocking rib are staggered.

9. The dual-purpose steam iron according to claim 8, wherein the steam chamber includes a steam labyrinth layer disposed above the steam output layer, wherein the steam labyrinth layer includes a labyrinth wall, at least two layers of inner labyrinth walls disposed within the area enclosed by the labyrinth wall, and a steam outlet located between the labyrinth wall and the outermost inner labyrinth wall, connecting the steam outlet, wherein the steam generated by the steam chamber is injected into the inner labyrinth wall and moves within the labyrinth wall, being deflected by the inner labyrinth wall, such that water droplets in the steam are pushed against the inner labyrinth wall, and the steam is output from the steam outlet.

10. The dual-purpose steam iron according to claim 9, wherein each layer of the labyrinthine inner wall is designed with axisymmetric symmetry.

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