Anonymous
Mar 27, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Reliable and compact
Small form factor makes it easy to mount on tight spaces. I've used it in three different quadcopter builds now without any failures. The noise level is acceptable for hobbyist use.
Description
Reviews
| Brand | - |
| Category | Robotics / STEM Teaching Tools / Sensors |
| Origin | - |
| Chip Model | MPU-6050 |
| Axes | 6-Axis (3-Axis Accelerometer + 3-Axis Gyroscope) |
| Communication Interface | I2C (Inter-Integrated Circuit) |
| Operating Voltage | 3.3V - 5V DC |
| Accelerometer Range | ±2g, ±4g, ±8g, ±16g (Programmable) |
| Gyroscope Range | ±250, ±500, ±1000, ±2000 deg/sec (Programmable) |
| ADC Resolution | 16-bit |
| Dimensions | 22mm x 17mm x 3mm |
| Weight | 2.5 grams |
| Primary Application | Motion Tracking, Robotics, UAV Stabilization |
Anonymous
Mar 27, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Reliable and compact
Small form factor makes it easy to mount on tight spaces. I've used it in three different quadcopter builds now without any failures. The noise level is acceptable for hobbyist use.
Anonymous
Mar 26, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Solid performance
Integration with ESP32 was straightforward. The only minor issue is that the breakout board pins are slightly close together, so be careful when soldering headers. Otherwise, excellent product.
Anonymous
Mar 24, 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 readings. Once calibrated, it performs very well for balance robots.
Anonymous
Mar 22, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Exceeded expectations
Very sensitive and accurate for a budget sensor. I am using it for a self-balancing scooter prototype and it handles the dynamics perfectly. Fast shipping too!
Anonymous
Mar 10, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Great for learning IMU concepts
Bought this for a university project on attitude estimation. The documentation online is plentiful, and the sensor responds quickly to movement changes. Highly recommended for students.
Anonymous
Mar 06, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Perfect for my drone project
This module works flawlessly with my Arduino setup. The data output is stable and the I2C communication is easy to implement using standard libraries. Great value for the price.
Q: Can this measure absolute orientation relative to Earth?
A: This sensor provides raw acceleration and gyroscope data. To get absolute orientation (yaw, pitch, roll), you need to run a sensor fusion algorithm like DMP, Madgwick, or Mahony in your microcontroller code.
Q: What is the maximum sampling rate?
A: The MPU-6050 supports a maximum sampling rate of 8kHz for the gyroscope and 1kHz for the accelerometer, though typical applications run between 100Hz and 500Hz.
Q: Does this come with header pins pre-soldered?
A: No, the module typically ships without header pins soldered to allow for flexible mounting options. You will need to solder your own headers or wires.
Q: Is this module compatible with Raspberry Pi?
A: Yes, the ZY-MPU-6050 is fully compatible with Raspberry Pi via the I2C interface. You will need to enable I2C in the Raspberry Pi configuration settings.
Q: What library do you recommend for Arduino?
A: We recommend using the 'MPU6050' library by Electronic Cats or the 'Adafruit_MPU6050' library, both of which are available in the Arduino Library Manager.