Hunting has been granted a patent for an electrical connector apparatus designed for downhole tools. The innovative design includes a housing, contact screw, contact plunger, and contact spring to ensure efficient pre-loading within the tool. GlobalData’s report on Hunting gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.

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According to GlobalData’s company profile on Hunting, was a key innovation area identified from patents. Hunting's grant share as of February 2024 was 65%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.

Electrical connector apparatus for downhole tools

Source: United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Credit: Hunting PLC

A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11929570B2) discloses a cartridge electrical connector comprising multiple cylinders with varying diameters and inner bores, all aligned along a common axis. The first cylinder, made of electrically non-conductive material, houses the second and third cylinders, with the fourth cylinder extending cantilevered through the second inner bore. A spring is positioned within the first inner bore to provide axial alignment and support between the cylinders.

The patent claims detail specific configurations and features of the cartridge electrical connector, such as the diameters of the cylinders, the threading of the second cylinder into the first inner bore, and the electrical conductivity of the various components. The design ensures proper alignment and electrical connectivity between the cylinders, with the spring playing a crucial role in maintaining stability within the connector. The innovative approach outlined in the patent aims to enhance the performance and reliability of electrical connectors, catering to various applications where such connectors are utilized.

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