3-axis gyroscope and accelerometer IMU GY-521 MPU-6050
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GY-521 uses I2C. Board supply input and I2C logic levels are separate: check the SDA/SCL pull-up voltage before connecting it. Do not apply 5V to a 3.3V-only GPIO. A module regulator does not automatically make its I2C pins 5V tolerant; use suitable level conversion as needed.
MPU6050 / GY-521 Motion Sensor Module
A motion sensor for precise acceleration and angular-velocity measurements across six axes.
MPU6050 is a motion sensor that combines a 3-axis gyroscope and a 3-axis accelerometer on one silicon chip. Its Digital Motion Processor (DMP) handles complex 9-axis MotionFusion algorithms. Integration avoids cross-axis alignment issues associated with separate components. The 9-axis MotionFusion algorithms can access external magnetometers or other sensors through a master I2C bus, collecting a complete sensor-data set without intervention from the system processor.
A compact, efficient module for projects involving movement. It is easy to use thanks to open-source librariesand offers the following features:
Features
- 3-axis accelerometer with ±2, ±4, ±8 and ±16g ranges
- 3-axis gyroscope with ranges of ±250 ±500 ±1000 ±2000 °/s
- 3.3V LDO voltage regulator,
Technical specifications
|
IC |
MPU-6050 |
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Operating voltage |
3.3-5V |
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I/O voltage |
3.3V |
| Maximum current consumption | 15mA |
| Measurement resolution | 16bit |
What's included?
- GY-521 module
- 1 straight pin header
- 1 right-angle (90 degree) pin header
Warranty and shipping
We do our best to test all electronics before sending them to you.
This helps us deliver reliable products and saves you unnecessary trouble during development. Faults can occur, although we encounter them very rarely. If you have a problem with the equipment you ordered, you can always contact us, and we'll gladly help you resolve it.
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