Consolidation of (Ti,Mo)(C,N)-Ni cermets by glass encapsulated hot isostatic pressing

► Fully dense TiMoCN-Ni cermets have been obtained by HIP in absence of a liquid phase. ► HIP-ed materials show a higher tendency to free carbon precipitation. ► An effective C control is achieved by using different presintering treatments. ► Materials obtained in solid state show nanometric carbonitride grains. ► TiMoCN-Ni cermets obtained by HIP are harder than the standard grades.