MPU-6050 Digital Motion Sensor Module

The MPU-6050 Digital Motion Sensor Module combines a 3-axis gyroscope and 3-axis accelerometer in a single chip, delivering 6 degrees of freedom (6-DoF) motion tracking. Its integrated Digital Motion Processor (DMP) offloads complex calculations, providing stable, real-time data for Arduino, Raspberry Pi, drones, robotics, and IoT applications.

With an I²C communication interface, this module offers easy integration and accurate measurement of angular velocity, acceleration, and tilt, even in dynamic conditions.

🔹 Key Features

• 6-Axis Motion Tracking: 3-axis accelerometer + 3-axis gyroscope.

• Wide Measurement Range: Accelerometer ±2 g/±4 g/±8 g/±16 g; Gyroscope ±250/±500/±1000/±2000 °/s.

• Built-in DMP: Handles sensor fusion (quaternion, Euler angles).

• I²C Interface: Simple 2-wire connection to microcontrollers.

• Low Power Consumption: Ideal for battery-powered devices.

🔹 Technical Specifications

• Chipset: InvenSense MPU-6050

• Supply Voltage: 3.3 V – 5 V DC

• Communication: I²C (address 0x68/0x69 selectable)

• Gyro Range: ±250/±500/±1000/±2000 °/s

• Accelerometer Range: ±2/±4/±8/±16 g

• Resolution: 16-bit ADC for each channel

• Current Consumption: ~3.9 mA (gyro on)

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

• Board Size: ~20 mm × 16 mm × 2 mm

🔹 Applications & Use Cases

• Drones & Flight Controllers: Stabilization and orientation control.

• Robotics & Mechatronics: Balance and motion tracking.

• IoT Wearables: Fitness trackers and gesture recognition.

• Gaming & VR Devices: Accurate motion detection.

• Navigation Systems: Dead-reckoning and tilt sensing.

🔹 Advantages for Makers & Engineers

• Combines accelerometer and gyroscope in a single compact module.

• Excellent for Arduino projects—integrates with Electronics Components and Tools and Accessories.

• High accuracy and stability with built-in DMP filtering.

🔹 Safety & Precautions

• Use level shifters when interfacing 5 V logic if required.

• Keep module away from strong vibration sources for best accuracy.

• Securely mount to avoid mechanical noise during motion.

🔗 Helpful Internal Links

• Pair with Arduino and Accessories for quick prototyping.

• Browse more Electronics Components for complementary sensors.

🎥 Video Tutorial

[YouTube tutorial link here]

📝 Product Summary

The MPU-6050 3-Axis Digital Gyroscope & Accelerometer Module offers high-precision 6-DoF motion sensing with a convenient I²C interface, making it the perfect choice for Arduino, Raspberry Pi, drones, robotics, and IoT motion-tracking projects.