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Product Description
360-Degree Quick -- Multi-Directional Ironing Made Easy
(Model NI-W750TS shown.)
Make ironing less of a chore with help from Panasonic's Concept 360-Degree Quick steam/dry iron. The sleek-looking unit delivers an array of advanced features for safety and exceptional convenience, making it easy to move quickly and efficiently through anything from slacks and skirts to button-down shirts to table linen.
(Model NI-W750TS shown.)
Innovative Dual-Point Design
(Model NI-W750TS shown.)
The iron's soleplate offers a unique elliptical shape for faster results. While conventional straight-backed soleplates may sometimes catch on fabric and actually create creases when moving backwards or side to side, the elliptical-shaped soleplate prevents creasing with points at either end, allowing for smooth, effortless gliding in any direction.
The iron's uniquely designed soleplate not only makes it possible to move backwards without fabric bunching up, but it also eliminates wasted motion (no need for several U-turns) and helps save time--up to 25-percent faster*. Furthermore, the bottom of the soleplate comes slightly curved to ensure smooth side-to-side movements, and the edge of the soleplate can always be viewed from above, which allows for precise control when ironing pleats, between buttons, and along seams.
The multi-directional iron also supplies steam holes around the entire edge of the soleplate for efficient wrinkle removal, and its generous size quickly covers more surface area in less time--great for larger fabrics like curtains and tablecloths.
Custom Control
The 360-Degree Quick iron also provides user-friendly controls. A turn of the dial makes it easy to adjust the heat--select from one of five fabric settings. For added convenience, the iron's jet-of-steam function delivers a powerful burst of steam to help remove stubborn wrinkles when ironing, plus it effectively cleans the steam vents when finished, which helps keep the iron in good working order. The iron also offers a gentler option--the spay-mist button, which delivers extra moisture where needed.
Use the iron on a flat surface for traditional ironing or hold it upright for vertically steaming out wrinkles from curtains or hanging garments. For added versatility, the iron's adjustable steam button allows for selecting just the right amount of steam for the job. Choose from four steam settings: "high" steam for heavier fabrics, "medium" steam for touch-ups, "low" steam for delicate fabrics, or "dry" for no steam output.
Awarded the Good Housekeeping Seal of Approval, the 360-Degree Quick steam/dry iron measures 10-13/16 by 4-7/8 by 5-7/8 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty.
Detailed Features:
Up to 25-Percent Faster Ironing*
Natural. Easy. Convenient. Quickly get to those tight spots like collars and cuffs without rotating the iron or yourself. Speeds up larger jobs like tablecloths or curtains. Iron in any direction with precision, ease and speed.
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Symmetrical Dual-Point Control
Curved Soleplate
Steam Vents
Easy to Use
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Innovative Design
High-tech, sleek, and ergonomic design ensures smooth, natural movement in any direction.
Large, Curved Titanium- or Ceramic-Coated Soleplate
The iron glides smoothly and effortlessly in any direction, and the generous-sized soleplate lets you get the job done quicker.
Three-Way Auto Shut-Off Remembers to Turn Off the Iron When You Don't
No more trips back home to see if you left the iron on. Our mercury-free electronic sensor automatically shuts off the iron after 10 minutes if it is left in the upright position. The iron will also turn off after 60 seconds if it is tipped over on its side or left unmoved on the soleplate.
Stay-Clean Vents
An anti-calcium system prevents clogged steam vents by reducing the sediment build-up in the vaporizing chamber of the iron.
Easy-to-Use
The iron has an oversized water tank, plus the temperature-control dial maintains precise temperature settings.
Select the Amount of Steam for the Job
The adjustable steam button allows you to select just the right amount of steam required for your ironing needs. Choose regular steam for heavier fabrics or light steam for touch-ups.
Steam or Dry Ironing--the Choice is Yours
With our steam/dry selector, you can select to steam or dry iron by simply pushing a button.
2-for-1 with Jet-of-Steam and Self-Cleaning
A powerful burst of steam helps remove stubborn wrinkles when ironing. It also helps clean the steam vents on the soleplate after ironing.
Spray Mist the Wrinkles Away
The spay mist button helps eliminate stubborn wrinkles by directing extra moisture where necessary.
Vertical Steam
With the push of a button, the vertical steam feature allows you to direct a burst of steam to hanging garments.
*When compared to conventional corded Panasonic irons. Research by Panasonic Corporation.
3 Models to Choose From...
Panasonic Concept 360-Degree Quick Multi-Directional Steam/Dry Irons |  NI-W810CS |  NI-W750TS |  NI-W450TS | |
Design | ||||
Color (Iron / Water Tank) | Champagne w/ Clear Gray | Silver w/ Clear Gray | White w/ Clear Gray | |
Soleplate Style | Multi-Directional & Curved Bottom | |||
Soleplate Finish | Ceramic w/ Nonstick Coating | Titanium w/ Nonstick Coating | ||
Water Tank | Built-In | |||
Iron Handle | Molded Plastic | |||
Cord Design | 360-degree rotating cord | |||
Temperature Control | Fixed Dial w/ Rotating Indicator | |||
Temperature Ready Indicator Light | On/Off | |||
Performance | Easy-Glide Curved Soleplate | Yes | ||
Time-Saving Multi-Directional Soleplate | Yes | |||
Selectable Fabric / Temperature Dial | 5 Fabric Settings | |||
Choose Steam or Dry Operation | Dry / Steam Position Selector | |||
Adjustable Steam Amount | High / Medium / Low / Dry | |||
Extra Jet-of-Steam | Yes | |||
Water Mist | Spray | |||
Water-Tank Capacity | 6-3/4 Ounces | |||
Good Housekeeping Seal | Yes | |||
Convenience | Vertical Steam | Yes | ||
Automatic Water Seal | Anti-Drip System | N/A | ||
Stay-Clean Steam Vents | Anti-Calcium System | N/A | ||
Quick Reference Fabric / Temperature Chart | On Dial Setting | |||
Safety | Auto Shut-Off | In flat position (after 1 minute); In side position (after 1 minute); In heel rest position (after 10 minutes) | ||
Power | Rated Power | 12.5 Amps - 1500 Watts | ||
Iron Temperature Range | 176 to 392 Degrees F | |||
Dimensions | Unit (HxWxD) inches | 5-7/8 by 4-7/8 by 10-13/16 inches | ||
Weight | Weight | 3.0 pounds | ||
Warranty | Limited Warranty | 1 Year | ||
Customer Reviews
So I've officially owned this iron for over a year now and have used it on average once every two weeks to iron anywhere between 5 and 14 shirts at a time (my husband is an entertainer and goes through shirts like water). The Panasonic is still working as steadily as ever - I haven't had any problems with calcified water build up in the unit, the temperature is still great enough to iron and the steam amount is about the same. In terms of durability, I'd give it a solid thumbs up.
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There are several things about the Panasonic Iron that I like, but there are a lot more things that I dislike about it. First, the things I did not like about it:
1. The Titanium soleplate: I like the smoothness of polished stainless steel soleplate much more than the titanium. While the titanium plate doesn't stick to the fabric, it doesn't glide as smoothly as stainless steel does.
2. The feel of the Iron: This iron, while light, feels very flimsy to me. It's very plastic, and I get a little nervous standing this iron up on the "tripod of legs" this iron has to accommodate the football shaped soleplate. Also, while ironing, the handle warms up more than other irons.
3. No digital readouts: Ever since owning the Black & Decker D2030 Auto-Off Digital Advantage Iron, I've been spoiled by a digital screen and all the indicators that come with it. The Panasonic has a simple dial to control the temperature and that's about it. The auto shut off is indicated by an orange light.
4. Not a huge amount of steam gets dispensed: In comparison to other irons, this iron does not put out as much steam.
However, there were things that I did like about the Panasonic Iron that would almost justify the cost of this item:
1. Multidirectional soleplate: I loved the multidirectional soleplate. Because there are two "points" to iron with, I was able to get through more shirts quickly.
2. The aesthetic design: The Panasonic Iron looks streamlined and classy, unlike other irons.
3. Long cord: The power cord on this iron is amazing. I was able to iron a distance away from the outlet without tripping.
Overall, the only real reason I would get this iron is for that soleplate. Because there are two "pointed ends" to this iron, I was able to iron much more efficiently. Asides from that, the iron itself is only average.
First of all, I'm not impressed by the much-ballyhooed 360-Degree Quick Multi-Directional feature. Instead of having a sole plate shaped like an iron, it is shaped like a boat with a point at both ends. It is a good quality plate and appears to be cast rather than a folded sheet of stainless steel as on the B&D. The surface texture reminds me of the old Teflon pans and is not as smooth and does not glide as well although it does fine. I iron in both directions anyway (have I been doing it wrong all these years?) and mostly use the point to get up next to seams and around buttons so having another point at the bottom is not helpful. I experimented a lot and do not see how this could save time or effort. Others may disagree and it certainly seems like a good idea but in practice is of little use.
The Panasonic is slightly lighter than the B&D but the center of gravity is higher and gets even higher when filled with water. This makes the iron unstable and more likely to tip to one side. The higher center of gravity also makes it harder to set upright and causes it flop down quickly from the upright position. This is a safety issue as well as a cause of additional stress on the wrist. I never noticed how many times I pick up and set down the iron until it was flopping around!
The plastic in the Panasonic seems more brittle than the softer, more flexible plastic in the B&D. This is mostly a problem on the handle where it is less comfortable. It also lacks the soft rubbery grip of the B&D. The legs seem like they would break easily if the iron were dropped. In addition, there are several pieces of plastic joining together at the feet. If a leg breaks, this iron is garbage because it will not stand up whereas the B&D might. Who knows, in laboratory tests it may be even more durable but the Panasonic plastic just feels cheaper.
The temperature adjustment dial (with the fabric guide on it) is under the handle and is hard to see and awkward to adjust. The silver type on a black background would be difficult to make out even if it were not under the handle. This dial is also the on/off mechanism so the location is a safety issue. To make matters worse, the red "on" light is under the dial, also partially hidden by the handle. The location of the dial and light alone makes me unable to highly recommend this iron.
As far as heating up, the Panasonic does that well and the temperature variation is noticeable between settings. This iron also sprays and steams well enough but the B&D has more steam and I believe more steam is better, irons can never have too much steam. The B&D also comes with a cheap little water measuring cup with a spout which is handy because it is hard to pour water into these little holes and the Panasonic does not have one. ( I sometimes get nostalgic for the Coca-Cola bottle with the little sprinkler head held in by cork but I do admit that the steam does do a better job.) The adjustment slider for the steam is very accessible but easily bumped and I always leave the steam on high anyway. The water reservoir is truly transparent which is a nice feature whereas on the B&D it is translucent and I have to jostle the iron to see the water level.
The cord is about ten feet, same as the B&D. I would appreciate a couple more feet on the cord. It swivels very easily at the base which is nice. The B&D swivels but not as easily and to be honest I never noticed it before. You can store the cord well enough by wrapping it around the feet but only after the iron has cooled. ( I do not know if the manufacturer intended this.)
The color scheme and aesthetics of the Panasonic are nicer than the Black & Decker--it is more modern, more Japanese, a little lighter and much sexier than the B&D (which imitates the German irons in aesthetics), but in the end the Black & Decker is more stable, has temperature and on/off controls and safety light in better positions, is easier and more comfortable to handle, and has better spray and steam functions. The Panasonic does what it is supposed to do but the Black & Decker does it much better and perhaps more safely.
I will be glad to answer questions left in the comments.
I really like the Panasonic 360 Multi-Direction Iron. The swivel cord is a great advantage as I do not have to keep moving it out of my way since it sits at the top of the handle. The sole plate glides beautifully and does not "catch" on the material being ironed, keeping it from being creased while moving forwards and backwards or side to side.
The Panasonic has has a nice sized reservoir with the "max" fill line printed clearly to make sure you do not overfill. The steam buttons are very easy to use and setting the temperature for the material that is being ironed is just at the touch of a dial. It has the option of vertical steaming for curtains, which is a nice feature, but one I have not used as yet.
I have not compared this iron to any other newer models, but my personal opinion is that while I still do not like ironing, the Panasonic makes it easier to get through a shirt in a matter of a few minutes. I would recommend this iron.
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