BaZrO3 ceramics were obtained from powders synthesized by Pechini´s modified method. The powders showed average particle size of ~130 nm and 100% of crystalline phase after heat-treated at 800 °C / 2 h. The sintered ceramics presented high relative density (98%) and average grain size of ~ 1 µm for experimental condition of 1250 °C / 6 h, at ambient atmosphere. The calcination and sintering temperatures, crystalline phase, relative density and microstructure were determinate and the results were compared to a reference sample produced by solid state reaction.
BaZrO3; Pechini; synthesis
