What is the difference between a garment steamer and an electric iron?

Introduction: To live a good life, clothing is very important. Clothes do not have to be expensive, but they must be neatly dressed. When wrinkles appear on clothes, we have a way to deal with them! Garment ironing machines and electric irons are very good auxiliary tools, but some people may ask, which one is better, the garment ironing machine or the electric iron? Compared with the traditional electric iron. , Garment steamers are obviously more suitable for modern practical habits. As a relatively traditional small household appliance, electric irons have retained their characteristics and exist in a special position in this competition through constant technological upgrading. Now let me tell you the difference between a garment steamer and an electric iron.

1. Working Principle of Electric Iron

The temperature of the tool that converts electrical energy into heat energy is determined by its own power and the length of power-on time. The larger the wattage, the longer the power-on time, and the higher the temperature. If the temperature is fast, the temperature will be high; if the temperature is slow, the temperature will be low. There are two types of heating elements for electric irons: mica skeleton heating elements and metal tube heating elements. Electric irons made of mica skeleton heating elements have a simple structure, are easy to manufacture, have relatively uniform heating, and are easy to maintain. The disadvantage is that the heating wire is exposed to the air and oxidizes quickly at high temperatures. It has a short lifespan and is easily affected by humid air. It has poor insulation properties. Poor. Electric irons made of metal tube heating elements have good mechanical strength, long life, high thermal efficiency, good moisture resistance, and are safe and reliable, but the manufacturing process is relatively complex.

2. The working principle of the garment steamer

Generally, after the garment steamer is filled with water and powered on, the inner core of the garment steamer vaporizes the normal temperature water through the heater (generally the temperature is 98 degrees) above), then high-pressure water vapor, and simultaneously release the high-temperature vaporized hot water vapor through the steam pipe and nozzle. When using it, you only need to spray at the folds of clothing, and use trouser line clips, brushes, dust brushes, ironing linings and other garment ironing machine accessories to use the actions of "pull", "press" and "spray". To smooth clothes and fabrics, and finally make the clothes smooth, supple, and remove mites, bacteria, and dust. Since the garment steamer uses high-temperature vaporized water vapor to soften clothing fibers, during use, it is necessary to avoid high-heat water vapor spraying out to avoid burns. Therefore, when using a garment steamer, clamps are generally used to fix and flatten the clothes, making it easier to operate the garment steamer.

3. The difference between a garment steamer and an electric iron

Different appearance

In terms of appearance alone, a garment steamer needs to hang clothes for ironing. For ironing, there is a shelf and a water tank, and the capacity of the water tank is basically above 1000ml. Electric irons are generally operated horizontally when ironing, and most can be operated with one hand. The capacity of the water tank does not exceed 300ml. It is easy to see from the above that a garment steamer takes up more space and is not as compact as an electric iron. It requires a relatively large space to store it at home and is inconvenient to carry. Electric irons, on the other hand, are relatively compact, and some even It adopts a cordless design, which makes the body appear more compact and flexible, but the electric iron requires a relatively large ironing board to operate, which is also the reason for the inconvenience. But for example, the Huaguang garment ironing machine can iron about 10 pieces of clothing at one time, which is very convenient and saves time and effort. This is something that even an electric iron cannot do.

Working principles are different

The electric iron uses the heating plate to flatten the clothes, which is slow and time-consuming, while the garment iron uses the high temperature emitted from the nozzle to soften the fibers of the clothes. Achieve the smooth effect of clothes. Fast and easy to use.

Differences in safety

Relatively speaking, the safety hazards of electric irons are more obvious, and it is easy to burn clothes, while garment irons have dry heating thermostats and are short of water. With functions such as automatic power off and dry burn warning, the garment steamer is safer.

Differences in ironing technology

It is difficult for ordinary people to achieve very good ironing effects with an electric iron, while garment ironing machines are relatively less advanced in ironing technology. The requirements are much lower, and ordinary people can easily get started.

Differences in usage locations

General electric irons are very suitable for use at home because they are small and delicate. Garment steamers are easy to operate due to their portability and their ease of use. The price is more expensive, so it is more suitable for clothing stores.

Editor’s summary:

From tiled electric irons to hanging garment irons, the power of technology cannot be underestimated. In the past, when using electric irons, the temperature could not be controlled at will, and the temperature would often be too high in places, causing the clothes to burn. Nowadays, garment steamers are classified according to the fabrics, dividing the steam into many gears, and different materials. Different gears are required for clothes, and the amount of steam is also different. Nowadays, in ordinary home life and large public places such as large hotels and T-stage displays, garment steamers can all be seen. It uses clean steam to smooth wrinkles, sterilize and remove mites, and is a good helper at home. .