Key parameters that affect the densification of pure TiB{sub}2 were being determined. The pure TiB{sub}2 powders used in the determination of the key parameters were obtained from commercial sources. Taguchi methods were used to study the significant factors in achieving high green density from pressed TiB{sub}2 pellets. The results of the study showed that pressing pressure and powder dryness account for ～66% of the factors that effect TiB{sub}2 green density. A confirmation study confirmed that the optimal configuration of the factors studied was pressing with a dual action configuration at 20,000 psi with powder that was not dried. Pressed samples were fired between 1800 - 2100℃ using a reducing atmosphere. Preliminary results indicated that densification of these materials may begin at 1800℃. Samples that were fired at 1800℃ showed evidence of early densification stages while samples fired at 2100℃ showed varying degrees of densification.
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