Attributes

Brand	-
Category	Robotics / STEM Teaching Tools / Sensors
Origin	-
Chip Model	MPU-6050
Axes	3-Axis Gyroscope, 3-Axis Accelerometer
Degrees of Freedom	6DOF
Communication Protocol	I2C (Inter-Integrated Circuit)
Operating Voltage	3.3V - 5V DC
Gyro Range	±250, ±500, ±1000, ±2000 °/sec
Accelerometer Range	±2g, ±4g, ±8g, ±16g
Board Dimensions	22mm x 17mm x 3mm
Interface Pins	VCC, GND, SCL, SDA, INT, XDA, XCL, ADO
Application	Robotics, Drones, Motion Tracking, DIY Electronics

6 reviews

Anonymous

Mar 18, 2026

Rating: 4/5

Solid performance

Does exactly what it says on the tin. The noise level is acceptable for hobbyist projects. Would have given 5 stars if it came with a header pin strip included.

Anonymous

Mar 18, 2026

Rating: 5/5

Reliable batch purchase

Ordered ten of these for our makerspace. All units arrived working perfectly. The soldering points are clear and easy to use for beginners.

Anonymous

Mar 17, 2026

Rating: 5/5

Excellent stability data

Using this in a custom flight controller build. The gyro data is smooth and responsive. No issues with drift after the initial warm-up period.

Anonymous

Mar 02, 2026

Rating: 4/5

Good sensor, needs calibration

The hardware quality is solid. Just remember that you need to calibrate it properly in your code to get accurate angle readings. Once calibrated, it performs well.

Anonymous

Mar 02, 2026

Rating: 5/5

Perfect for Arduino Projects

This module works flawlessly with my Arduino Uno. The I2C communication is stable, and the library support is excellent. Great value for the price.

Anonymous

Mar 01, 2026

Rating: 5/5

Great for learning robotics

Bought this for a university project on self-balancing robots. It was easy to interface and provided consistent data. Highly recommended for students.

5 FAQ

Q: Can this measure absolute orientation like a compass?

A: No, the MPU6050 only contains an accelerometer and a gyroscope. It does not have a magnetometer. For absolute heading relative to magnetic north, you would need a 9DOF sensor like the MPU9250.

Q: Is this module compatible with Raspberry Pi?

A: Yes, the GY-521 uses the I2C protocol, which is fully supported by Raspberry Pi. You just need to connect the SDA and SCL pins to the corresponding GPIO pins on your Pi.

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: What library should I use for Arduino?

A: The most popular and reliable library is the 'MPU6050' by Electronic Cats or the 'Adafruit_MPU6050' library. Both are available directly in the Arduino Library Manager.

Q: Does this come with pre-soldered header pins?

A: No, this module typically arrives without header pins soldered to allow for flexible mounting options. You will need to solder them yourself if you plan to use it on a breadboard.

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