Description
Reviews
| Brand | - |
| Category | Robotics / STEM Teaching Tools / Sensors |
| Origin | - |
| Gyroscope Model | MPU-6050 |
| Compass Model | HMC5883L / QMC5883L |
| Pressure Sensor | BMP180 |
| Communication Interface | I2C (Inter-Integrated Circuit) |
| Operating Voltage | 3.3V - 5V DC |
| Axes Detection | 3-Axis Gyroscope, 3-Axis Accelerometer, 3-Axis Magnetometer |
| Board Dimensions | 22mm x 17mm x 3mm |
| Weight | 4.5 grams |
| Compatibility | Arduino, Raspberry Pi, ESP32, STM32 |
| Application Scope | Drones, Robotics, Balance Cars, Motion Tracking |
Anonymous
Mar 25, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Great for learning embedded systems
Bought this for a university project. Libraries are widely available online, making it easy to get started. The pinout is clearly labeled on the PCB.
Anonymous
Mar 23, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Reliable motion sensing
Using this on a custom balance robot. The response time is excellent, and the noise levels are low enough for basic stabilization without complex filtering.
Anonymous
Mar 18, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Perfect for my drone project
This sensor module works flawlessly with my Arduino setup. The I2C communication is stable, and the data from the gyroscope and accelerometer is very smooth. Great value for a 3-in-1 board.
Anonymous
Mar 11, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Compact and functional
Love how compact this board is. It saves space in my enclosure compared to buying separate modules. The BMP180 pressure readings match my weather station closely.
Anonymous
Mar 10, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Solid module for the price
Works as described. The only downside is that the HMC5883L variant can be sensitive to nearby magnetic interference, so placement matters. Otherwise, highly recommended.
Anonymous
Mar 04, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Good quality, minor calibration needed
The hardware quality is solid. The magnetometer required some calibration to get accurate compass readings, but once set up, it performs well. The barometric pressure sensor is a nice bonus for altitude estimation.
Q: Which library should I use for the MPU6050 part?
A: The most popular and reliable library is 'MPU6050_light' or the standard 'Adafruit MPU6050' library, both available in the Arduino Library Manager.
Q: Can I use this to measure absolute altitude?
A: The BMP180 sensor measures barometric pressure which can be converted to relative altitude. It is good for detecting changes in height but requires a known reference pressure for absolute sea-level altitude calculations.
Q: What is the update rate of the gyroscope?
A: The MPU6050 supports configurable sample rates up to 8kHz for the gyroscope, though typical usage ranges between 100Hz and 1kHz depending on your I2C speed and code efficiency.
Q: Is this compatible with 5V Arduino Uno 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 the compass work indoors?
A: The magnetometer can work indoors, but it is susceptible to magnetic interference from walls, electronics, and metal structures. Calibration in the specific environment is recommended for best accuracy.
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