Kevin,

You can look at MicroMill by New Wave Research Inc.(www.new-wave.com). It 
is designed for a precise sample collection.

Alex

At 01:03 PM 5/22/06 -0700, you wrote:
>Dear Isogeochem List,
>
>Are there any computer controlled micromill systems that people are using 
>where the sample can be mounted vertically (such that the drill comes from 
>the side) so that gravity can be used to help collect the powdered sample?
>
>I am pretty sure I ran across a website for such a system but now cannot 
>seem to find it.
>
>Thanks,
>
>Kevin
>
>
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