The Tulipano Steam-Electric iron has a monobloc aluminum sole
plate with anti-calcium deposit filters to ensure only steam travels through
the base. The sole plate also has built-in 800 W armored heating element and is
controlled with a snap-action thermostat with integrated thermofuse to prevent
overheating. Electrical connections are fully insulated from heat and
steam. This iron is lightweight (3
lbs) and is designed for commercial use.