Abstract
Sintering of (W1−xCrx)90Nb10 (x = 0·3, 0·5 and 0·6) alloys, prepared through mechanical alloying of elemental powder blends, has been investigated. Relative density of >98% could be achieved by sintering at 1790°C for 5 h. Characterisation by X-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscopy and energy dispersive spectroscopy has shown the presence of W rich solid solution and Cr2Nb phases in the microstructures of the sintered alloys. The densification of the W–Cr–Nb alloys is possible at relatively lower temperature due to use of nanostructured powder raw material obtained through high energy milling and liquid phase sintering promoted by the presence of Cr2Nb having relatively lower melting point (1730°C). The matrix grain size of the sintered alloys is decreased, whereas hardness is increased noticeably with the amount of Cr2Nb in the microstructure.
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