Attributes

Brand	-
Category	Robotics / STEM Teaching Tools / Sensors
Origin	-
Chip Model	MPU-6500
Axes	6-Axis (3-Axis Gyroscope + 3-Axis Accelerometer)
Communication Interface	I2C and SPI
Operating Voltage	3.3V - 5V
Gyro Range	±250, ±500, ±1000, ±2000 deg/sec
Accelerometer Range	±2g, ±4g, ±8g, ±16g
Board Dimensions	16mm x 12mm x 3mm
Weight	2.5 grams
Mounting Holes	4 x 2.5mm diameter
Application	Drones, Robotics, Motion Tracking, UAVs

6 reviews

Anonymous

Mar 24, 2026

Rating: 5/5

Smooth flight data

Using this for a stabilization project. The gyro response is quick and the accelerometer readings are consistent. No issues with overheating during long tests.

Anonymous

Mar 22, 2026

Rating: 4/5

Great value for money

Good sensor for the price. It took a little bit of calibration to get the noise levels down, but once configured, it provides accurate attitude data. Shipping was fast.

Anonymous

Mar 22, 2026

Rating: 5/5

Compact and reliable

The form factor is very small, which fits perfectly into my compact robot design. The documentation provided by the seller helped me get started quickly.

Anonymous

Mar 14, 2026

Rating: 5/5

Solid performance

I have used MPU6050 before, and this 6500 version seems to have slightly better noise characteristics. Works great with Raspberry Pi and Python libraries.

Anonymous

Mar 10, 2026

Rating: 4/5

Good for prototyping

We bought five of these for our university lab. Four worked immediately, one needed a re-solder on the pins. Overall good quality for educational purposes.

Anonymous

Mar 02, 2026

Rating: 5/5

Perfect for my custom quadcopter

This sensor module works flawlessly with my flight controller. The data output is stable and the I2C connection was easy to set up with Arduino. Highly recommended for DIY drone projects.

5 FAQ

Q: What is the return policy if the sensor is DOA?

A: We offer a 30-day replacement guarantee for any defective units. Please contact our support team with your order number and a brief description of the issue.

Q: Is this module compatible with 5V Arduino boards?

A: Yes, the module includes a voltage regulator and level shifters, making it safe to use with both 3.3V and 5V microcontrollers like the Arduino Uno.

Q: Does this come with header pins soldered?

A: No, the module is shipped without header pins soldered to allow for flexible mounting options. You will need to solder them yourself or use jumper wires directly.

Q: Can I use SPI instead of I2C?

A: Yes, the MPU-6500 supports both interfaces. You need to connect the AD0 pin appropriately and adjust your code to initialize the SPI bus instead of I2C.

Q: What library do you recommend for reading data?

A: For Arduino, the 'MPU6050' library by Electronic Cats or 'Adafruit_MPU6050' works well even with the MPU-6500 chip as they share similar register maps. For Python, try 'mpu6050-raspberrypi'.

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