Attributes

Brand	-
Category	Robotics / STEM Teaching Tools / Sensors
Origin	-
Chip Model	MPU-6050
Communication Interface	I2C (Inter-Integrated Circuit)
Axes Detection	3-Axis Accelerometer + 3-Axis Gyroscope
Operating Voltage	3.3V - 5V DC
Accelerometer Range	±2g, ±4g, ±8g, ±16g (Programmable)
Gyroscope Range	±250, ±500, ±1000, ±2000 deg/sec
ADC Resolution	16-bit
Board Dimensions	20mm x 16mm x 3mm
Mounting Holes	4 x 3mm diameter
Application Scope	Robotics, Drones, Motion Tracking, Arduino/ESP32 Projects

6 reviews

Anonymous

Mar 26, 2026

Rating: 4/5

Good sensor, needs calibration

The hardware quality is solid. Just remember that you need to calibrate the offsets in your code to get precise angle measurements. Once calibrated, it performs well.

Anonymous

Mar 19, 2026

Rating: 5/5

Excellent for learning IMU concepts

Bought this for a university project on motion tracking. The documentation online is plentiful, making it easy to integrate with Python and C++ libraries.

Anonymous

Mar 18, 2026

Rating: 5/5

Reliable batch purchase

Ordered ten units for our workshop. All of them were working out of the box. No dead pixels or connection issues. Highly recommended for bulk buys.

Anonymous

Mar 13, 2026

Rating: 5/5

Perfect for my drone project

This module works flawlessly with my Arduino setup. The I2C communication is stable, and the data readings are consistent. Great value for the price.

Anonymous

Mar 08, 2026

Rating: 5/5

Compact and easy to wire

The pinout is clearly labeled. It fits perfectly on a breadboard. I used it to build a self-balancing robot, and it responded quickly to tilt changes.

Anonymous

Mar 04, 2026

Rating: 4/5

Great sensitivity

Very sensitive to movement. Sometimes too sensitive for slow movements without filtering, but the raw data quality is excellent for implementing Kalman filters.

5 FAQ

Q: Can I use this outdoors in the rain?

A: No, this is a bare PCB module without any waterproof casing or conformal coating. It must be protected from moisture and direct exposure to the elements.

Q: How do I connect the VCC pin?

A: The VCC pin can be connected to either 3.3V or 5V power sources as the board includes an onboard voltage regulator. Ensure your microcontroller logic levels match or use a level shifter if necessary.

Q: Does this come with a library for Arduino IDE?

A: The module itself does not include a physical library disk, but it is supported by many popular open-source libraries available directly within the Arduino Library Manager, such as 'MPU6050_tockn' or 'Adafruit MPU6050'.

Q: What is the maximum current consumption?

A: In normal operation mode, the module typically consumes around 3.9mA. In sleep mode, consumption drops significantly to approximately 10µA.

Q: Is this module compatible with Raspberry Pi?

A: Yes, the GY-521 MPU6050 is fully compatible with Raspberry Pi via the I2C interface. You just need to enable I2C in the Raspberry Pi configuration settings.

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