What types of steam generators are there?

foto4747-1Household steam generator Is a functional device designed for quick and efficient ironing and house cleaning.

Using this equipment, you can smooth curtains, clean upholstery of upholstered furniture, steam and disinfect carpets and paths, remove stains from different surfaces, remove germs and dirt from plumbing or seams between tiles in the bathroom, in the kitchen.

There are several types of steam generators. To choose the most suitable appliance for your home, check out the assortment, study the technical characteristics of the types of steam generators and the features of the models.

Types of household appliances

The principle of operation of all steam generators is the same: the device emits steam heated to 95-160 degrees.

Devices differ depending on:

  • foto4747-2sole material (most often it is aluminum, ceramic or stainless steel);
  • steam supply pressure (this indicator varies from 2 to 8, but the optimal figure is 5 bar);
  • model power (the higher the power, the better the steam generator copes with its functions);
  • tank volume (from 1.4 l to 4 l);
  • complete set (some models have different attachments that greatly simplify the use of the device).


Steam can form both in a separate boiler and at the very sole of the iron.

Most often, steam generators with a boiler are present in floor-standing and combined models. Manual models do not have a separate boiler due to the small size of the device.

In addition, steam generators are divided according to the type of construction. They are:

  1. Manual.
  2. Outdoor.
  3. Combined.

Hand-held (portable)

foto4747-3Devices of this type are used for ironing and steaming linen and clothes. This is a great alternative to traditional irons.

The ironing system effectively copes with the functions assigned to it, smooths even tricky creases quickly and easily.

With a handheld steam generator, you can even clean the window without using detergents.

Advantages of this type of models:

  • mobility;
  • light weight;
  • compact size;
  • ease of use;
  • affordable price (a good device can be bought for 5,000 rubles).

The disadvantages of small hand-held models include low power. There is enough water in the tank for about 15-20 minutes of operation. It can be difficult to iron heavy fabrics.

A hand-held steam generator is suitable if you often go on business trips and travel, and iron small amounts of laundry at home. Please note that it will be difficult for such a device to cope with a mountain of linen.

Floor

foto4747-4Floor standing steam generators are larger units, equipped with capacious tanks, so they are more practical and convenient to use.

Advantages of floor-standing models:

  • excellent power indicators;
  • long working time;
  • reliable construction.

The device with a built-in reservoir is placed on the floor. Ironing and steaming is carried out with an iron through which steam is supplied. Using this appliance, you can iron a whole mountain of laundry.

Among the disadvantages are the following:

  1. Heavy weight of the device.
  2. Requires a lot of storage space.
  3. The average cost of the device is about 2 times higher than the manual type of steam generator.

Combined

Combined type devices represent whole multifunctional stations. The design of the device consists of the following parts:

  • container for water;
  • steam generator;
  • hose;
  • a heating element;
  • set of nozzles.
Combined steam generators are suitable for cleaning, ironing, disinfection. The equipment is easy to operate.

First, you need to pour a sufficient amount of water into the tank (be guided by the limiters), turn on the device. After the beep, you can start working.

You just need to point the iron on the clothes and press the button. The average price of devices of this type is 11,000 rubles.

Alternative steam systems

The modern market offers a wide range of steam systems. In addition to steam generators, manufacturers offer steam cleaners, irons with steam generation, steam mops, steamers.

Each of these devices has its own advantages and features:

  1. foto4747-5Steam cleaner used for cleaning and disinfecting surfaces (walls, floors, plumbing).

    The device with the help of water vapor is able to effectively eliminate foci of fungus, remove any pollution.

    The main function is to remove dirt, not iron the laundry. Prices for devices start at 7,000 rubles.

  2. Steamer - equipment for steaming and smoothing clothes, linen, curtains. Provides high pressure hot steam. The main difference with a steam generator is that the steamer supplies wet steam, not dry steam. The average price of models is 8,000 rubles.
  3. Steam irons... Most household appliances have this option. Compared to conventional irons, they are heavier, and unlike a steam generator, they have a low steam power and a large water tank. You can buy a device for at least 2000 rubles.
  4. Steam mops... In appearance, they resemble a vacuum cleaner, according to the principle of operation - a steam cleaner. The device instantly destroys mites, insects and bacteria that can live in upholstered furniture, carpets. You can buy a mop at a price of 7,000 rubles.

Conclusion

When purchasing steam generators or other systems with a steam supply function, give preference to equipment from well-known manufacturers.

Companies like Kitfort, Karcher, Tefal, Bosch or Philips produce high-quality, functional, productive models with excellent performance properties.

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