Chip Thickness an overview | ScienceDirect Topics
Viktor P. Astakhov, in Modern Machining Technology, 2011. Chip load. The maximum allowed uncut chip thickness known also as the chip load (see Section ) is one of the major contributors to the allowable drill penetration higher the chip load, the greater the contact stresses on the drill rake face, the lower (in general) tool life, the higher axial force of drilling.