MPU-6050 3-Axis Accelerometer & Gyroscope Sensor Module

The MPU-6050 is a highly integrated motion-tracking sensor that combines a 3-axis accelerometer and a 3-axis gyroscope in a single compact module. It is widely used in robotics, drones, balancing robots, gesture detection, and motion-based projects. With its digital I²C interface and built-in Digital Motion Processor (DMP), it delivers accurate and reliable motion data with minimal processing overhead.

Key Features

• 6-DOF Motion Tracking (3-axis accelerometer + 3-axis gyroscope)

• Built-in Digital Motion Processor (DMP)

• I²C communication interface

• High precision and low noise output

• On-board 3.3V voltage regulator

• Compact and lightweight design

• Low power consumption

Technical Specifications

• Operating Voltage: 3–5V (on-board regulator)

• Accelerometer Range: ±2g, ±4g, ±8g, ±16g

• Gyroscope Range: ±250, ±500, ±1000, ±2000 °/sec

• Communication Protocol: I²C

• ADC Resolution: 16-bit

• Operating Temperature: −40°C to +85°C

• Dimensions: Approx. 20 × 15 mm

Pin Description

• VCC: Power supply (3–5V)

• GND: Ground

• SCL: I²C Clock

• SDA: I²C Data

• INT: Interrupt output (optional)

• XDA / XCL: Auxiliary I²C (optional)

Applications

• Self-balancing robots

• Drones and quadcopters

• Motion and gesture detection

• Robotics and automation projects

• IMU systems

• Gaming controllers

• Arduino & Raspberry Pi projects

Why Choose MPU-6050?

• Combines accelerometer and gyroscope in one module

• Easy to interface with popular microcontrollers

• High accuracy for motion sensing projects

• Proven and widely supported sensor with libraries available