MPU6050 6-Axis Accelerometer & Gyroscope Sensor Module (GY-521)

Product Description

The MPU6050 6-Axis Accelerometer & Gyroscope Sensor Module (GY-521) is a compact motion-sensing module that combines a 3-axis accelerometer and 3-axis gyroscope in a single sensor. It can detect acceleration, rotation, tilt, and motion, making it an excellent choice for robotics, drones, balancing systems, and motion-controlled projects.

The module communicates with microcontrollers through the I2C interface, making it easy to connect with popular development boards such as Arduino, ESP32, ESP8266, and STM32.

Key Features

• 6-axis motion sensing
• 3-axis accelerometer
• 3-axis gyroscope
• I2C communication interface
• Detects acceleration and rotational movement
• Suitable for tilt and motion detection
• Compact and lightweight module
• Easy to interface with microcontrollers
• Compatible with Arduino, ESP32, ESP8266, and STM32
• Ideal for robotics and motion-control applications

Applications

• Self-Balancing Robots
• Gesture-Controlled Robots
• Robotic Arms
• Drone & Quadcopter Projects
• Motion Detection Systems
• Tilt Measurement
• Inertial Measurement Systems
• RC & DIY Projects
• Arduino Projects
• ESP32 & ESP8266 Projects
• STEM & Educational Projects

Specifications

• Module: GY-521
• Sensor: MPU6050
• Sensor Type: 6-Axis Accelerometer & Gyroscope
• Accelerometer: 3-Axis
• Gyroscope: 3-Axis
• Interface: I2C
• I2C Address: 0x68 (default)
• Communication: I2C
• Module Type: Motion Sensor Module

Package Includes

• 1 × MPU6050 6-Axis Accelerometer & Gyroscope Sensor Module (GY-521)

Why Choose MPU6050 GY-521?

The MPU6050 GY-521 combines acceleration and rotational motion sensing in one compact module, making it a practical and affordable solution for projects that require motion tracking and orientation data.

Ideal for robotics, drones, balancing robots, gesture control, embedded systems, and DIY electronics projects.