V2O3 powder was prepared by hydrolyzing VOSO4 without adding reducing agent.The effects of atmosphere and temperature on the sintering behavior were studied.The products were analyzed by X-ray diffraction(XRD),scanning electron microscope(SEM) and laser particle size analyzer.The results show that different products are obtained with 5℃/min heating rate in different atmospheres from room temperature to 800℃ and with insulation for 3 h.The product is V4O7 powder in argon atmosphere with flow rate of 160 mL/min,while the V2O3 powder is obtained in vacuum,with average diameter of 452 nm after being grinded in agate mortar for 20 min.The optimum pH for vanadium hydroxide by hydrolyzing VOSO4 is approximately 4.