Hybrid steamer iron assembly

US12173448B2 · kind B2 · utility

Assignee

• Spectrum Brands, Inc. · US

Inventors

• Drew W. Heidenreich · Monona, US
• Rachel B. Koebler · Madison, US
• Kroy Everett Nernberger · Madison, US
• Boopalan Sampath · Madison, US
• Daniel R. Strong · Madison, US

Key dates

• Filing date: Sep 7, 2021
• Grant date: Dec 24, 2024
• Expiry date: Sep 7, 2041

Classification

• Technology area (CPC D): Textiles; Paper
• CPC primary: D06F75/24
• WIPO field: Other consumer goods
• WIPO sector: Other fields

Abstract

Methods and features described herein are applicable to an improved hand-hand steaming iron that reduces dripping while operating in various orientations and that improves consistent steam generation. The iron includes a steam generating chamber that includes an integrated resistive heating element, and the chamber utilizes multiple dividing and fluid guiding elements with back and forth turn features to prevent liquid water from escaping the steam generating chamber in both vertical and horizontal positions. The combination of the geometric walls and the interaction with the heating element allow for a consistent soleplate temperature and efficient steaming of water that enters the chamber.