Description
Reviews
| Brand | - |
| Category | Robotics / STEM Teaching Tools / Sensors |
| Origin | - |
| Sensor Type | 6-Axis IMU (Accelerometer + Gyroscope) |
| Model Number | ICM42688 |
| Communication Interface | SPI / I2C |
| Operating Voltage | 1.71V to 3.45V |
| Gyro Range | ±15.6 to ±2000 dps |
| Accelerometer Range | ±2g to ±16g |
| Board Dimensions | 20mm x 15mm x 3mm |
| Weight | 2.5 grams |
| Application | Drones, Robotics, Motion Tracking |
| Package Includes | 1x Sensor Module, 1x Pin Header |
Anonymous
Mar 30, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Great sensor, tricky soldering
The performance is excellent for my balancing robot project. However, the pins are a bit close together, so you need a steady hand to solder headers without bridging.
Anonymous
Mar 29, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Low latency, high precision
Using this for motion capture analysis. The low latency and high dynamic range make it ideal for capturing fast movements accurately.
Anonymous
Mar 22, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Perfect for FPV Drone Stabilization
The ICM42688 on this board works flawlessly with my flight controller. The noise levels are incredibly low compared to older sensors, making tuning much easier.
Anonymous
Mar 22, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Best upgrade for my quadcopter
Upgraded from an MPU6050 and the difference in flight smoothness is night and day. Highly recommend for anyone building custom drones.
Anonymous
Mar 16, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Excellent SPI Performance
Integrated this into an STM32 project using SPI. The data rate is high and consistent. Documentation provided by the seller was helpful for getting started.
Anonymous
Mar 12, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Good value for money
Works as advertised. The breakout board layout is logical. Only giving 4 stars because the included pins were slightly bent upon arrival, but easily fixed.
Q: Do you provide sample code for Raspberry Pi?
A: Yes, we provide a GitHub link in the product manual that includes Python libraries and example scripts specifically for Raspberry Pi integration.
Q: What is the maximum sampling rate for the gyroscope?
A: The ICM42688 supports a gyro sampling rate of up to 8kHz, allowing for very fast response times in dynamic applications.
Q: Can I use this underwater?
A: The sensor module itself is not waterproof. You would need to encase it in a waterproof housing if you intend to use it in wet or underwater environments.
Q: Is this compatible with Arduino Uno?
A: Yes, it is compatible. However, since the sensor operates at 3.3V logic, you may need a logic level converter if your Arduino board does not support 3.3V logic natively on the SPI/I2C pins.
Q: Does this module come with pre-soldered headers?
A: No, the module comes with a separate pin header strip that you can solder yourself depending on your mounting needs.
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