GB2279369A - Infared hot plate for a smoothing iron - Google Patents
Infared hot plate for a smoothing iron Download PDFInfo
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- GB2279369A GB2279369A GB9313414A GB9313414A GB2279369A GB 2279369 A GB2279369 A GB 2279369A GB 9313414 A GB9313414 A GB 9313414A GB 9313414 A GB9313414 A GB 9313414A GB 2279369 A GB2279369 A GB 2279369A
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- hot plate
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- smoothing iron
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- XEEYBQQBJWHFJM-UHFFFAOYSA-N Iron Chemical compound [Fe] XEEYBQQBJWHFJM-UHFFFAOYSA-N 0.000 title claims abstract description 32
- 238000009499 grossing Methods 0.000 title claims abstract description 23
- 229910052742 iron Inorganic materials 0.000 title claims abstract description 16
- 239000011248 coating agent Substances 0.000 claims abstract description 3
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- 239000011521 glass Substances 0.000 claims abstract description 3
- 230000005855 radiation Effects 0.000 claims abstract description 3
- 238000010438 heat treatment Methods 0.000 claims description 8
- 239000007769 metal material Substances 0.000 claims description 4
- 235000000396 iron Nutrition 0.000 description 2
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- 230000005611 electricity Effects 0.000 description 1
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Classifications
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- D—TEXTILES; PAPER
- D06—TREATMENT OF TEXTILES OR THE LIKE; LAUNDERING; FLEXIBLE MATERIALS NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
- D06F—LAUNDERING, DRYING, IRONING, PRESSING OR FOLDING TEXTILE ARTICLES
- D06F75/00—Hand irons
- D06F75/08—Hand irons internally heated by electricity
- D06F75/24—Arrangements of the heating means within the iron; Arrangements for distributing, conducting or storing the heat
- D06F75/246—Arrangements of the heating means within the iron; Arrangements for distributing, conducting or storing the heat using infrared lamps
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- D—TEXTILES; PAPER
- D06—TREATMENT OF TEXTILES OR THE LIKE; LAUNDERING; FLEXIBLE MATERIALS NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
- D06F—LAUNDERING, DRYING, IRONING, PRESSING OR FOLDING TEXTILE ARTICLES
- D06F75/00—Hand irons
- D06F75/38—Sole plates
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- Surface Heating Bodies (AREA)
Abstract
A hot plate 1 for a smoothing iron consists of a non-metallic body having a smoothing surface 5 and an upper surface 10 opposite the smoothing plate. The upper surface 10 is preferably of undulating profile and carries a voltage-responsive coating for producing infrared radiation. The body is preferably made of reinforced or temperature resistant glass. <IMAGE>
Description
SMOOTHING IRON AND HOT PLATE THEREFOR
This invention relates to a smoothing iron and to a hot plate for a smoothing iron.
An iron has become an almost essential part of our daily life, both in the laundry and the house.
Conventional flatirons which provide heat only by conduction from a hot plate are known, as well as socalled steam irons which allow steam to be used to enhance the smoothing effect. Steam irons are now very popular.
However, in both cases, a good smoothing effect is only achieved by a well heated hot plate.
A conventional hot plate is formed by a metal plate which constitutes the bottom of the iron. A heating coil is provided within or associated with the hot plate to heat the hot plate as electrical power is applied. In such a hot plate, there is delay in heat build-up at the hot plate surface due to the thermal capacity of the plate.
Thus, if the user wants to use a conventional flatiron immediately, the result of smoothing is poor due to the hot plate not being at the optimum temperature. Also power is wasted heating up the plate. Not only is the operation poor, but also the power efficiency is low.
It is an object of the invention to at least partially mitigate the above disadvantages.
According to the present invention there is provided a hot plate for a smoothing iron consisting essentially of a body of non-metallic material and infrared heating means associated therewith.
The invention will now be described by way of example by reference to the accompanying drawings in which:
Figure 1 is a perspective view from above and to one side of a hot plate in accordance with the invention;
Figure 2 is a sectional view of the top position of an upper hot plate in accordance with the invention;
Figure 3 is an assembly drawing of a smoothing iron with the hot plate detached; and
Figure 4 is a sectional view of a smoothing iron having a hot plate in accordance with the invention.
In the Figures, like reference numerals indicate like parts.
Referring to Figure 1, hot plate 1 is a solid or hollow body generally of a non-metallic material which is at least partially transparent to visible and/or infrared radiation. Preferably the material is reinforced or temperature-resistant glass. The smoothing, or lower surface of the hot plate is substantially flat, although channels or the like for steam may be provided. By contrast the opposite or upper surface 10 of the plate 1 has a profile which undulates along the length of the plate and this profile provides increased surface area.
As seen more clearly in Figure 2, the undulating upper surface 10 has an associated infrared heating means such as coating 4. As voltage is applied to the infrared heating means 4, a great deal of heat can be quickly built-up on the undulating surface 10 due to both the relatively large surface area and the reflection effect of the undulations of the surface 10. Not only can the heat be quickly builtup, the heat can be preserved longer.
Infrared is long wavelength electromagnetic radiation.
It may produce a resonance effect in materials upon which it is incident. Thus infrared can heat an associated body without a medium for transfer, as required in the case of conduction or convection.
In the hot plate the non-metallic material experiences a quick build-up of heat. Besides, the heat build-up thereof can last long even if the power is interrupted.
This is benefitted with an energy saving and high pressing or smoothing efficiency.
A hot plate in accordance with the invention may be provided with any appropriate means of attachment, depending on the application. As shown in Figure 1, the hot plate 1 is provided with holes 12 for attachment to the body of a smoothing iron.
Figures 3 and 4 show a smoothing iron having a body portion 2 and a hot plate 1. The hot plate attachment holes 12 have recessed portions to accommodate the heads of screws 3, which screws engage with downwardly directed threaded members 21 of the body portion 2. The body portion includes controls 22, 23 for a steam effect, and a temperature-setting control 24 which operates a thermostat in known fashion. Electricity may be supplied via a permanently-connected cable, or via an electrical plug 11 attached to the body portion 2.
Although the present invention has been described in connection with the preferred embodiment thereof, many other variations and modifications will now become apparent to those skilled in the art without departing from the scope of the invention. The present invention is not limited by specific disclosure herein, but only by the appended claims.
Claims (7)
1. A hot plate for a smoothing iron consisting essentially of a body of non-metallic material and infrared heating means associated therewith.
2. A hot plate according to claim 1 wherein the body has a smoothing surface and a second surface opposite said smoothing surface, which second surface has an undulating profile, said infrared heating means being associated with said second undulating surface.
3. A hot plate according to claim 2 wherein said infrared heating means comprises a voltage responsive coating on said second surface, whereby infrared radiation is produced.
4. A hot plate according to any preceding claim wherein said body is composed of glass.
5. A smoothing iron comprising a hot plate according to any preceding claim.
6. A hot plate for a smoothing iron constructed and arranged substantially as herein described with reference to and as illustrated in the accompanying drawings.
7. A smoothing iron constructed and arranged as herein described with reference to and as illustrated in the accompanying drawings.
Priority Applications (1)
| Application Number | Priority Date | Filing Date | Title |
|---|---|---|---|
| GB9313414A GB2279369B (en) | 1993-06-29 | 1993-06-29 | Smoothing iron and hot plate therefor |
Applications Claiming Priority (1)
| Application Number | Priority Date | Filing Date | Title |
|---|---|---|---|
| GB9313414A GB2279369B (en) | 1993-06-29 | 1993-06-29 | Smoothing iron and hot plate therefor |
Publications (3)
| Publication Number | Publication Date |
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| GB9313414D0 GB9313414D0 (en) | 1993-08-11 |
| GB2279369A true GB2279369A (en) | 1995-01-04 |
| GB2279369B GB2279369B (en) | 1997-01-08 |
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| Application Number | Title | Priority Date | Filing Date |
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| GB9313414A Expired - Fee Related GB2279369B (en) | 1993-06-29 | 1993-06-29 | Smoothing iron and hot plate therefor |
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| GB (1) | GB2279369B (en) |
Citations (4)
| Publication number | Priority date | Publication date | Assignee | Title |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US3906187A (en) * | 1975-02-05 | 1975-09-16 | Jr Alexander Turoczi | Infrared pressing iron with detachable throwaway sole plate and optional ultraviolet source |
| US3974360A (en) * | 1975-09-19 | 1976-08-10 | Corning Glass Works | Electrical heating unit incorporating protective PbTiO3 overglaze |
| US4310745A (en) * | 1979-04-20 | 1982-01-12 | Huebner Bros. Of Canada Ltd. | Heating assemblies |
| NL8500292A (en) * | 1985-02-02 | 1986-02-03 | Gen Electric | Electric flat-iron contg. radiant elements |
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Patent Citations (4)
| Publication number | Priority date | Publication date | Assignee | Title |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US3906187A (en) * | 1975-02-05 | 1975-09-16 | Jr Alexander Turoczi | Infrared pressing iron with detachable throwaway sole plate and optional ultraviolet source |
| US3974360A (en) * | 1975-09-19 | 1976-08-10 | Corning Glass Works | Electrical heating unit incorporating protective PbTiO3 overglaze |
| US4310745A (en) * | 1979-04-20 | 1982-01-12 | Huebner Bros. Of Canada Ltd. | Heating assemblies |
| NL8500292A (en) * | 1985-02-02 | 1986-02-03 | Gen Electric | Electric flat-iron contg. radiant elements |
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| GB9313414D0 (en) | 1993-08-11 |
| GB2279369B (en) | 1997-01-08 |
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| Date | Code | Title | Description |
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| PCNP | Patent ceased through non-payment of renewal fee |
Effective date: 20010629 |