Steam iron with a removable air intake element

Abstract

Steam iron with a removable air intake element, characterized in that it comprises a housing (1), a steam generator (4), a water tank (2) and a work surface (3), wherein the steam generator (4) is arranged inside the housing (1), the water tank (2) is connected to the steam generator (4), and the water tank (2) is used to supply the steam generator (4) with water; wherein the work surface (3) is located at the front end of the housing (1) and comprises: a heating element (31) connected to the steam generator (4), the side of which facing away from the steam generator (4) is provided with a heating surface (311), wherein the heating surface (311) has steam outlet openings (312) which are connected to the steam channels of the steam generator (4) and through which steam is expelled; an air intake element (32) which is detachably attached to the housing (1) and is located on the upper and lower and / or left and right side of the heating element (31), wherein several air inlet openings (321) are provided on the surface of the air intake element (32); a filter plate (33) which is positioned on the side of the air intake element (32) facing the steam generator (4) and is attached between the air intake element (32) and the housing (1).

Description

TECHNICAL AREA

[0001] The present utility model relates to the technical field of steam irons and in particular to a steam iron with a removable air intake element. TECHNICAL BACKGROUND

[0002] A garment steamer uses internally generated hot steam to come into contact with garments and fabrics, softening the fiber structure. It then smooths the clothing through actions such as "pulling," "pressing," and "spraying." In conventional garment steamers, an air intake opening is located on the steam brush, which uses a fan to draw lint from the clothing. To prevent large fibers and lint from entering the fan and impairing its operation, a filter mesh is attached to the air intake. However, this filter mesh clogs easily and is difficult to clean, requiring the complete and time-consuming disassembly of the steam brush for cleaning. CONTENT OF THE PRESENT APPLICATION

[0003] In view of the aforementioned shortcomings of the prior art, the main objective of the present utility model is to provide a steam iron in which the air intake element is removable, the filter plate is easy to clean and the heating surface is optimized.

[0004] To achieve the above goal, the following technical solution is used: A steam iron with a removable air intake element comprises a housing, a steam generator, a water tank and a work surface; wherein the steam generator is arranged in the housing, the water tank is connected to the steam generator and the water tank is used to supply the steam generator with water; the worktop is attached to the front end of the housing and includes: a heating element connected to the steam generator, the side of which facing away from the steam generator has a heating surface, the heating surface having steam outlet openings connected to the steam channels of the steam generator and through which steam is expelled; an air intake element which is detachably attached to the housing and is located on the upper and lower and / or left and right sides of the heating element, wherein several air inlet openings are provided on the surface of the air intake element; a filter plate that is positioned on the side of the air intake element facing away from the steam generator and is attached between the air intake element and the housing.

[0005] In a preferred embodiment, the air intake element comprises at least two independent, separate air intake units, each referred to as the first air intake unit and the second air intake unit, and distributed symmetrically at the upper and lower or left and right ends of the heating element.

[0006] In another preferred embodiment, the air intake unit is attached to the housing by means of a snap-fit, magnetic or screw connection.

[0007] In another preferred embodiment, a mounting recess is provided at the front end of the housing, wherein the air intake unit and the filter plate are mounted in the mounting recess, and wherein the inner wall of the mounting recess is provided with a protruding block and the side wall of the air intake unit is provided with a notch adapted to the protruding block.

[0008] In another preferred embodiment, the inner wall of the mounting recess further comprises a guide block, and the side wall of the air intake unit comprises a guide slot corresponding to the guide block.

[0009] In another preferred embodiment, a wrench is provided on the outer wall of the air intake unit.

[0010] In another preferred embodiment, the heating element has a flat plate heating structure, wherein the working surface of its heating surface covers the area between several air intake units.

[0011] In another preferred embodiment, the air inlet openings are distributed in a matrix arrangement and have a diameter of 0.5-2 mm.

[0012] Compared to the prior art, the present utility model has significant advantages and beneficial effects, which can be summarized as follows: 1. Easy Cleaning: The air intake and filter plate can be removed simultaneously without having to completely disassemble the steam brush, which greatly simplifies maintenance. If the filter screen on the air intake becomes clogged, the air intake can be removed from the main board for separate cleaning. This allows you to remove any lint adhering to the filter plate before reattaching it to the work surface. This removable air intake makes cleaning the steam brush significantly easier for the user, as it eliminates the need to clean the entire device, saving time and effort. 2. Clogging protection: The air inlet openings of the air intake element retain large fibers, while the filter plate filters small particles, thus reducing the risk of local blockages. 3. Efficient heating: The split design of the air intake element increases the heating surface, and the steam is expelled directly through the steam outlet openings, making the steam return chamber unnecessary and reducing heat losses.

[0013] To more clearly illustrate the structural features and effects of the utility model, a detailed description is given below based on the drawings and specific examples of implementation. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS Fig. Figure 1 is a schematic assembly view according to an embodiment of the utility model; Fig. Figure 2 is an exploded view of the worktop according to the embodiment of the utility model; Fig. Figure 3 is a schematic representation of the structure of the air intake unit according to the embodiment of the utility model; Fig. Figure 4 is a cross-sectional view according to the embodiment of the utility model. Reference symbol list

[0014] 1 Housing; 11 Mounting recess; 12 Protruding block; 13 Guide block; 2 water tanks; 3 Worktop; 31 Heating element; 311 Heating surface; 312 Steam outlet opening; 32 Air intake element; 320 Air intake unit; 321 Air inlet opening; 322 Notch; 323 Guide slot; 324 Wrench; 33 Filter plate; 4 steam generators; 5 blowers. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0015] To clarify the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the utility model, a more detailed description is given below, illustrated with drawings and examples. These examples serve only to explain the utility model and not to limit its scope.

[0016] It should be noted that an element described as "attached" to another element may be directly on that other element or via an intermediary element. When an element is described as "connected" to another element, it may be directly connected to that other element, or intermediary elements may be present. The terms "perpendicular," "horizontal," "left," "right," and similar expressions are used here for descriptive purposes only.

[0017] Referring to Fig.Figures 1 to 3 provide an embodiment of the utility model of a steam iron with a removable air intake element 32, characterized in that it comprises a housing 1, a steam generator 4, a water tank 2 and a work surface 3; wherein the steam generator 4 is arranged in the housing 1, the water tank 2 is connected to the steam generator 4 and the water tank 2 is used to supply the steam generator 4 with water; wherein a water pump is arranged on the inner bottom of the housing, which pumps the water from the water tank 2 to the steam generator 4; wherein the worktop 3 is attached to the front end of the housing 1 and comprises: a heating element 31 connected to the steam generator 4, the side of which facing away from the steam generator 4 has a heating surface 311, the heating surface 311 having steam outlet openings 312 connected to the steam channels of the steam generator 4 and through which steam is expelled; the steam generator 4 expels steam through the steam outlet openings 312, which are directly connected to the steam generator 4, thereby eliminating the need for a steam recirculation chamber and reducing energy losses; an air intake element 32, which is detachably attached to the housing 1 and is mounted on the upper and lower and / or left and right side of the heating element 31, wherein several air inlet openings 321 are provided on the surface of the air intake element 32; a filter plate 33, which is positioned on the side of the air intake element 32 facing the steam generator 4 and is attached between the air intake element 32 and the housing 1; the filter plate 33 is a replaceable mesh structure which can be rinsed directly after simultaneous removal with the air intake element 32; Behind the steam generator 4 is a blower 5, the air inlet of which is connected to the air inlet openings 321 and the air outlet of which is connected to the steam outlet openings 312, the blower 5 generating a negative pressure so that the airflow from the air inlet openings 321 to the steam outlet openings 312 can flow and the steam generated by the steam generator 4 can be expelled from the steam outlet openings 312 in order to smooth the clothing.

[0018] Furthermore, the air intake element 32 comprises at least two independent, separate air intake units 320, which are each referred to as the first air intake unit and the second air intake unit and are symmetrically distributed at the upper and lower or left and right ends of the heating element 31.

[0019] Furthermore, the air intake unit 320 is attached to the housing 1 by means of snap-in, magnetic or screw connections or other quick-release structures to allow easy installation and removal at the front end of the housing 1.

[0020] Furthermore, a mounting recess 11 is provided at the front end of the housing 1, wherein the air intake unit 320 and the filter plate 33 are mounted in the mounting recess 11, and wherein the inner wall of the mounting recess 11 is provided with a projecting block 12, and the side wall of the air intake unit 320 is provided with a notch 322 adapted to the projecting block 12; during installation, the projecting block 12 will engage forcefully in the notch 322; the force-fit connection between block 12 and notch 322, as well as the positioning by guide block 13 and guide slot 323, ensure a secure fit and a precise position of the air intake element 32.

[0021] Furthermore, the inner wall of the mounting recess 11 includes a guide block 13, and the side wall of the air intake unit 320 includes a guide slot 323 corresponding to the guide block 13; when installing the air intake element 32, the guide block 13 engages in the guide slot 323 and guides the air intake element 32 along a predetermined path to ensure complete alignment with the mounting recess 11 of the housing 1, avoid positional deviations, prevent incorrect installation and further increase the stability of the assembly so that the air intake element 32 is securely fixed.

[0022] Furthermore, a wrench 324 is attached to the outer wall of the air intake unit 320 to assist in the removal or installation of the air intake element 32.

[0023] Furthermore, the heating element 31 has a flat plate heating structure, wherein the working surface of its heating surface 311 covers the area between several air intake units 320, thus increasing ironing efficiency.

[0024] Furthermore, the air inlet openings 321 are distributed in a matrix arrangement and have a diameter of 0.5-2 mm. Assembly process: The filter plate 33 is inserted into the mounting recess 11 of the housing 1. The air intake element 32 is then inserted into the mounting recess 11 of the housing 1 to align itself with the guide block 13 and the guide slot 323. The air intake element 32 is pushed until the protruding block 12 engages in the notch 322, completing the fixation. The steam generator 4 produces steam, which is sprayed onto the garment surface through the steam outlet openings 312, while simultaneously the air intake element 32 draws in lint through the air inlet openings 321. If the filter mesh is clogged, the wrench 324 of the air intake element 32 is used to pull out the protruding block 12 from the notch 322, so that the air intake element 32 and the filter plate 33 can be removed, rinsed directly and reinstalled.

[0025] Thanks to its removable air intake element 32 and split heating design, this utility model solves the problems of easy clogging, difficult cleaning of the filter mesh, and low heating efficiency. The simple and cost-effective structure allows for widespread use in household or commercial steam irons, especially for users who frequently need to clean filters, and offers significant market value.

[0026] The embodiments described above are only preferred embodiments of the utility model and are not intended to limit it. All modifications, equivalent replacements, and improvements made within the scope of the utility model's concept should fall within the scope of protection of the utility model. SUMMARY

[0027] The present utility model discloses a steam iron with a removable air intake element, comprising a housing, a steam generator, a water tank, and a work surface, wherein the steam generator is arranged inside the housing, the water tank is connected to the steam generator, and the water tank is used to supply the steam generator with water; wherein the work surface is located at the front end of the housing and comprises: a heating element connected to the steam generator, the side of which facing away from the steam generator is provided with a heating surface, the heating surface having steam outlet openings that are connected to the steam channels of the steam generator and through which steam is emitted;An air intake element that is detachably attached to the housing and located on the upper and lower and / or left and right sides of the heating element, with several air inlet openings provided on the surface of the air intake element; a filter plate that is positioned on the side of the air intake element facing the steam generator and is secured between the air intake element and the housing. The detachable air intake element and the split heating element design of this utility model solve the problems of easy clogging, difficult cleaning of the filter mesh, and low heating efficiency.

Claims

[1] Steam iron with a removable air intake element, characterized by , that it comprises a housing (1), a steam generator (4), a water tank (2) and a worktop (3), wherein the steam generator (4) is arranged inside the housing (1), the water tank (2) is connected to the steam generator (4), and the water tank (2) is used to supply the steam generator (4) with water; wherein the worktop (3) is located at the front end of the housing (1) and comprises: a heating element (31) connected to the steam generator (4), the side of which facing away from the steam generator (4) is provided with a heating surface (311), wherein the heating surface (311) has steam outlet openings (312) which are connected to the steam channels of the steam generator (4) and through which steam is expelled; an air intake element (32) which is detachably attached to the housing (1) and is located on the upper and lower and / or left and right side of the heating element (31), wherein several air inlet openings (321) are provided on the surface of the air intake element (32); a filter plate (33) which is positioned on the side of the air intake element (32) facing the steam generator (4) and is attached between the air intake element (32) and the housing (1). [2] Steam iron with a removable air intake element according to claim 1, characterized by , that the air intake element (32) comprises at least two independent, separate air intake units (320), each referred to as the first air intake unit and second air intake unit, and are symmetrically distributed on the top and bottom or the left and right sides of the heating element (31). [3] Steam iron with a removable air intake element according to claim 2, characterized by, that the air intake units (320) are attached to the housing (1) by means of snap-fit, magnetic or screw connection. [4] Steam iron with a removable air intake element according to claim 3, characterized by , that a mounting recess (11) is provided at the front end of the housing (1), wherein the air intake unit (320) and the filter plate (33) are mounted in the mounting recess (11), and wherein the inner wall of the mounting recess (11) is provided with a projecting block (12), and the side wall of the air intake unit (320) is provided with a notch (322) adapted to the projecting block (12). [5] Steam iron with a removable air intake element according to claim 4, characterized by , that the inner wall of the mounting recess (11) further comprises a guide block (13) and the side wall of the air intake unit (320) comprises a guide slot (323) corresponding to the guide block (13). [6] Steam iron with a removable air intake element according to claim 4, characterized by , that a wrench (324) is provided on the outer wall of the air intake unit (320). [7] Steam iron with a removable air intake element according to claim 2, characterized by , that the heating element (31) comprises a flat plate heating structure, wherein the working area of ​​its heating surface (311) covers the area between several air intake units (320). [8] Steam iron with a removable air intake element according to claim 1, characterized by , that the air inlet openings (321) are distributed in a matrix arrangement and are formed with a diameter of 0.5-2 mm.

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