Compounds of the material group known as MAX phases combine metallic and ceramic properties. In this work, MAX-phase coatings are deposited from modified Ti3SiC2 and Ti2AlC commercial feedstock powders using HVOF and atmospheric plasma spraying (APS). Feedstock powders and coatings were studied by microscopy and XRD. Despite the use of unoptimized powders, well adhering and relatively dense coatings were produced. HVOF-sprayed layers had denser microstructures with higher amounts of MAX phases. Optimizing the shape and particle-size distribution of feedstock materials is expected to improve coating properties.

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