Highlights
Benefits
- Allows higher doglegs and facilitates steering
- Reduces the force required to steer and achieve buildup rates
- Maintains bit durability and wellbore quality in the lateral with an optimal gauge length
- Affords interchangeability at the rig site, with breaker slots moved into the gauge pads
- Available in pin-up or box-up configurations to match BHA requirements to the application
Applications
- Directional drilling
- Bent-motor bottom hole assemblies (BHAs)
- Rotary steerable assemblies (RSS)
Overview
Traditional methods for improving directional response focus on shortening bit designs by reducing gauge length. This approach could lead to lateral instability and borehole quality issues that limit the BHA’s durability and performance.
The Baker Hughes DirectKNCT™ shankless PDC drill bit technology takes an alternative approach. By reducing makeup length, DirectKNCT bits enhance directional control of bent motor and RSS assemblies—without compromising stability or borehole quality.
- Spend less time steering
- Improve lateral stability and wellbore quality
- Achieve better buildup rates
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Learn how the DirectKNCT shankless PDC drill bit can improve the efficiency, reliability and control of your directional drilling operations.
Resources
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Overview
DirectKNCT shankless PDC drill bit technology
DirectKNCT shankless PDC drill bit technology
13-Feb-2025
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