MPU6050 Gyroscope / Accelerometer — 6axis programmable I2C sensor (QFN24) A compact, industrialgrade 6axis motion sensor that combines a 3axis gyroscope and 3axis accelerometer in a single MEMS package with onchip programmable features. The MPU6050 simplifies motion sensing and inertial measurement tasks by offering integrated sensor fusion support, a standard I2C interface, and a small QFN24 surfacemount package suited for spaceconstrained designs. Why choose this sensor Allinone motion sensing: Combines 3axis gyro and 3axis accel in one device, reducing board space and simplifying BOMs. Programmable onchip processing: Builtin Digital Motion Processor (DMP) can offload basic sensor fusion and reduce host CPU workload for realtime applications. Easy integration: Standard I2C interface and common device addresses make it compatible with most microcontrollers and development platforms. Compact package: QFN24 surfacemount form factor fits tightlypacked PCBs and embedded designs. Key features and attributes Functionality: 3axis gyroscope + 3axis accelerometer with integrated motion processing and temperature sensor. Interface: I2C serial communication; commonly used with microcontrollers (Arduino, STM32, ESP32), embedded Linux boards (Raspberry Pi), and other I2Chost devices. Programmability: Onchip Digital Motion Processor (DMP) supports offloading of sensor fusion and motion algorithms. Measurement ranges: Configurable accelerometer and gyroscope fullscale ranges (typical MPU6050 settings include accel ±2/4/8/16 g and gyro ±250/500/1000/2000 °/s). Package and size: QFN24 surfacemount package for compact, lowprofile board mounting. Additional functions: FIFO buffer and interrupt capabilities for eventdriven sampling, onchip temperature sensing, and motiondetection features. Compatibility note: Designed for 3.3V systems; use appropriate level shifting or pullups when connecting to 5V hosts. Performance and usability Realtime motion tracking: Suitable for responsive motion control and feedback when combined with host processing or DMPassisted outputs. Low footprint, integration: Integrates multiple sensors and processing features to minimize external components and software complexity. Host offload options: Use the DMP to reduce data processing on the host MCU, improving overall system efficiency in embedded applications. Typical applications and use cases Drone and quadcopter stabilization: Use combined gyro and accel outputs or DMPprocessed orientation data for flight control loops and stabilization. Robotics and motion control: Provide inertial measurements for balancing robots, gimbals, motor control, and odometry corrections. Wearables and motion tracking: Integrate into fitness trackers, gesture controllers, and VR/AR devices for movement detection and orientation sensing. Integration tips I2C setup: Connect to the host I2C bus with appropriate pullup resistors; verify device address (commonly 0x68 or 0x69 depending on AD0 pin). Power and levels: Follow the MPU6050 voltage requirements and ensure level compatibility with your host. Use level shifters when interfacing with 5V logic. Software support: Many opensource drivers, libraries, and examples exist for common platforms (Arduino, Raspberry Pi, etc.), including DMP initialization and basic sensor fusion routines. PCB mounting: QFN24 requires proper soldering and footprint design for reliable mounting; follow manufacturer recommendations for pad design and thermal vias if needed. What this product delivers A proven, compact 6axis MEMS sensor solution for motion sensing and inertial measurement. Reduced system complexity through integrated sensors and onchip processing. Flexibility to support a wide range of embedded applications where size, weight, and realtime motion data are critical. Specifications (aligned to MPU6050 model) Model: MPU6050 Sensor types: 3axis gyroscope, 3axis accelerometer, onchip temperature sensor Interface: I2C Package: QFN24 Programmability: Onchip Digital Motion Processor (DMP) Typical fullscale ranges: accel ±2/4/8/16 g; gyro ±250/500/1000/2000 °/s Useful features: FIFO, interrupts, motion detection functions Use this MPU6050 QFN24 sensor where reliable, compact 6axis motion sensing is required and where integrated processing can simplify firmware and improve realtime performance.