{"id":2832,"date":"2026-01-22T20:14:43","date_gmt":"2026-01-22T14:44:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vihaaniotgateway.in\/?post_type=product&p=2832"},"modified":"2026-05-06T18:46:29","modified_gmt":"2026-05-06T13:16:29","slug":"mpu6050-6-axis-imu-sensor","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/vihaaniotgateway.in\/index.php\/product\/mpu6050-6-axis-imu-sensor\/","title":{"rendered":"MPU-6050 6-Axis Gyroscope & Accelerometer Module \u2013 Arduino, ESP32 & IoT Compatible"},"content":{"rendered":"

MPU-6050 6-Axis Gyroscope & Accelerometer Module \u2013 Precision Motion Tracking for Arduino, ESP32 & IoT Projects<\/p>\n

The MPU-6050<\/strong> is a powerful and widely used 6-axis IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit)<\/strong> that combines a 3-axis gyroscope<\/strong> and a 3-axis accelerometer<\/strong> into a single compact module. It is an ideal solution for applications requiring accurate motion tracking, orientation sensing, tilt detection, and rotational measurement<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

This sensor is commonly used in robotics, drones, self-balancing vehicles, wearable devices, and IoT systems<\/strong>. With its digital I\u00b2C communication interface<\/strong>, the MPU-6050 integrates seamlessly with popular development boards such as Arduino, ESP32, ESP8266, and Raspberry Pi<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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Key Features & Benefits<\/h3>\n
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    6-Axis Motion Tracking:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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      3-axis accelerometer (X, Y, Z)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      3-axis gyroscope (X, Y, Z)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n

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      High Accuracy & Stability:<\/strong> Ideal for precise orientation and motion sensing.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Digital I\u00b2C Interface:<\/strong> Reliable communication with microcontrollers.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Built-in Digital Motion Processor (DMP):<\/strong> Offloads complex motion calculations from the MCU.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Low Power Consumption:<\/strong> Suitable for battery-powered and portable devices.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Compact Module Design:<\/strong> Easy to integrate into small projects and PCBs.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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      How the MPU-6050 Works<\/h3>\n

      The accelerometer<\/strong> measures linear acceleration and gravity, allowing detection of tilt and movement.
      The gyroscope<\/strong> measures angular velocity, enabling accurate rotation and orientation tracking.<\/p>\n

      By combining data from both sensors using sensor fusion techniques (such as complementary or Kalman filters), the MPU-6050 provides stable and accurate motion data. The onboard Digital Motion Processor (DMP)<\/strong> can process motion data internally, reducing the computational load on the microcontroller.<\/p>\n

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      Applications<\/h3>\n
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        Robotics:<\/strong> Orientation control, balancing robots, navigation systems<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Drones & UAVs:<\/strong> Flight stabilization and attitude control<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        IoT Devices:<\/strong> Motion-based automation and monitoring<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Wearables:<\/strong> Activity tracking, gesture recognition<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Gaming & VR:<\/strong> Motion controllers and orientation sensing<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Educational Projects:<\/strong> Learning IMU sensors and motion physics<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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        Technical Specifications<\/h3>\n
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          Sensor Type: 6-Axis IMU (Accelerometer + Gyroscope)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Accelerometer Range: \u00b12g, \u00b14g, \u00b18g, \u00b116g<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Gyroscope Range: \u00b1250, \u00b1500, \u00b11000, \u00b12000 \u00b0\/s<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Communication Interface: I\u00b2C<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Operating Voltage: 3.3V (module typically supports 5V input)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Digital Motion Processor (DMP): Yes<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Operating Temperature: \u201340\u00b0C to +85\u00b0C<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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          Compatibility<\/h3>\n
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            Arduino Uno \/ Nano \/ Mega<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            ESP32 \/ ESP8266<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            Raspberry Pi<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            STM32 and other I\u00b2C-enabled microcontrollers<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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            Why Choose MPU-6050 from VIG?<\/h3>\n

            The VIG MPU-6050 Module<\/strong> offers excellent performance, stability, and reliability at an affordable price. It is trusted by makers, students, and professionals for motion-sensitive applications. Whether you are building a self-balancing robot, drone controller, or IoT motion tracker<\/strong>, this sensor delivers consistent and accurate results.<\/p>\n

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            Summary<\/h3>\n

            The MPU-6050 6-Axis Gyroscope & Accelerometer Module<\/strong> is a must-have sensor for motion detection and orientation tracking projects. With its compact design, digital interface, and built-in motion processing, it is perfect for Arduino, ESP32, robotics, drones, and IoT applications<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

            Measure motion, tilt, and rotation accurately with the MPU-6050 6-axis IMU sensor. Ideal for robotics, drones, and IoT projects using Arduino and ESP32.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":2838,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0},"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[73],"product_tag":[],"class_list":["post-2832","product","type-product","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","product_cat-sensors-and-modules","first","instock","taxable","shipping-taxable","purchasable","product-type-simple"],"acf":[],"aioseo_notices":[],"aioseo_head":"\n\t\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t