Catch Basin

Abstract

A system for collecting shaving remnants and excess lubrication fluids emanating from a mechanical cutting machine, comprising a catch basin, drain filter, quick connection couplings, fluid reservoir, and pump system for reticulating captured lubricating fluid. The catch basin securely fastens to a cutting machine, while the removable backsplash is deployed at an upstanding angle relative to the catch basin in order to capture superfluous materials liberated from a pipe threading, reaming or cutting tool work piece. The backsplash doubles as a sealable lid capable of retaining the contents of the catch basin eliminating unwanted spillage and allowing for safe transport. The fluid is filtered and collected within the fluid reservoir, whereafter a pump draws the oil through a second filter element to reuse the lubricating fluid in the tool operation to create a closed loop system. Quick connect fittings compartmentalize the system to prevent leaks during maintenance or service.

I/We claim: 
     
         1 . A catch basin for capturing fluid lubricant and material shavings resulting from cutting actions, comprising:
 a base, upstanding sidewalls forming an upper opening and an opening perimeter, a lid, a drain, and said cutting operation machine tool connection means.   
     
     
         2 . The device of  claim 1 , wherein said drain further comprises a filtered drain, a drain block having a fluid conduit therethrough, and a drain hose coupling for communicating fluid from said basin. 
     
     
         3 . The device of  claim 1 , wherein said lid further comprises:
 a closed position and a backsplash position;   said closed position comprising said lid positioned over said catch basin open upper;   said backsplash position comprising said lid in an upstanding condition whereby said lid diverts fluid and material remnants into said catch basin.   
     
     
         4 . The device of  claim 1 , wherein said lid further comprises:
 a closed position and a backsplash position;   said closed position comprising said lid positioned over said catch basin open upper;   said backsplash position comprising said lid in an upstanding condition whereby said lid diverts fluid and material remnants into said catch basin;   a lid surface, a first, second, and third flange along three edges of said lid surface;   an attachment flange connected to and offset from said lid surface to sandwich a catch basin upper edge between said attachment flange and said lid surface when in said backsplash position;   said lid flanges bearing against said catch basin sidewalls and a dowel when in said closed position;   a lid latch element for securing said lid in said closed position.   
     
     
         5 . The device of  claim 1 , wherein said lid further comprises:
 a closed position and a backsplash position;   said closed position comprising said lid positioned over said catch basin open upper;   said backsplash position comprising said lid in an upstanding condition whereby said lid diverts fluid and material remnants into said catch basin;   a lid surface, a first, second, and third flange along three edges of said lid surface;   a fourth lid edge being hingedly connected to said catch basin to pivot said lid between said closed position and said backsplash position;   a lid latch element for securing said lid in said closed position.