Instructor: Dr. Sahithya Reddivari
Group 4
Title: Electric Iron
Presented by:
Saiyid Hussain
Hyun Ki Lee
Anh Minh Nguyen
Thien Nguyen
Objective: In this project we’ll be discussing about how an electric iron functions, what all components are used, what all tools do we need to take it apart, and the source of purchase of this product.
Product Name: Black & Decker Steam Iron, Model no. IR03V
The product costs $15 and can be purchase in stores or on-line at https://www.target.com/p/black-decker-153-easy-steam-iron/-/A-16198647?ref=tgt_adv_XS000000&AFID=google_pla_df&CPNG=PLA_Appliances+Shopping&adgroup=SC_Appliances&LID=700000001170770pgs&network=g&device=c&location=9010783&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIqaP64umK1gIV1VcNCh1K0AEeEAQYASABEgKbpPD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds
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The pressure plate has some holes through which the studs form the base plate passes through. We should tighten the nuts on the studs in such a way that the pressure plate and sole plate are pressed tight against each other. In some iron the pressure plate is heavy and made of cast iron while in some other cases, it is a thin sheet of steel, about ¼ cm thick.
The Heating Element: The heating element is present between the sole plate and pressure plate. It is pressed hard between the two plates. The heating element consists of nichrome wire wound around a sheet of mica. The two ends of the nichrome wire are connected to the contact strips. The contact strips are connected to the terminals of the iron. There are two reasons for which mica is chosen in the heating material. Mica is a very good insulating material. Besides that mica can also withstand very high temperatures.
The Cover Plate: The cover plate is made of thin sheet of iron. It is placed on top of the base plate and it covers all the internal parts of the iron. The handle and connector are only attached to the cover