MPU6050 GY521 3-Axis Gyroscope

MPU6050 GY-521 3-Axis Gyroscope & Accelerometer Sensor Module – 6DOF Motion Sensor
The MPU6050 GY-521 is a powerful motion tracking sensor module that combines a 3-axis gyroscope and 3-axis accelerometer in one compact board. It is widely used for angle detection, balance control, gesture sensing, drone stabilization, robotics, and Arduino projects. With I2C communication and built-in Digital Motion Processor (DMP), it provides accurate real-time motion and orientation data.

Features:

  • 6-Axis Motion Tracking: Combines 3-axis gyroscope + 3-axis accelerometer
  • High Accuracy: 16-bit ADC for precise motion measurements
  • Digital Motion Processor: Reduces microcontroller workload
  • I2C Interface: Easy connection with Arduino, ESP32, Raspberry Pi, STM32
  • Angle & Tilt Detection: Ideal for balancing and orientation projects
  • Built-in Temperature Sensor: Measures internal chip temperature
  • Compact Design: Small PCB for easy integration
  • Low Power Consumption: Suitable for portable devices
  • Wide Library Support: Compatible with Arduino IDE and popular libraries

Specifications:

  • Sensor Chip: MPU6050
  • Module Type: GY-521 Breakout Board
  • Gyroscope Range: ±250, ±500, ±1000, ±2000 °/s
  • Accelerometer Range: ±2g, ±4g, ±8g, ±16g
  • Resolution: 16-bit
  • Communication Protocol: I2C
  • I2C Address: 0x68 (default) / 0x69 (configurable)
  • Operating Voltage: 3V – 5V DC
  • Interface Pins: VCC, GND, SDA, SCL, INT, AD0, XDA, XCL
  • Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
  • Dimensions: Approx. 21 × 16 mm

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