Tool module connector for use in directional drilling

摘要

A tool module interconnect ( 10 ) for interconnecting to adjoining modules for insertion in a drill string features a system which permits making the electrical interconnection before assembly of the mechanical connections to interconnect the tool modules together. The interconnect comprises a hollow interconnect body ( 18 ) open at both ends. A wire harness ( 18 ) is provided in the hollow body with terminal end connectors ( 26, 28 ) accessible from the respective open end of the interconnect body. The interconnect is adapted for attachment to adjoining modules, where at least one end has a rotatable threaded sleeve ( 24 ) for connection to a tool module by a threaded collar.