{"product_id":"mpu6500-6-axis-gyroscope-accelerometer-sensor-module-gy-6500-arduino","title":"MPU6500 6-Axis Gyroscope Accelerometer Module GY-6500 Arduino","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMPU6500 6-Axis Gyroscope Accelerometer Sensor Module (GY-6500)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpgrade your electronics projects with the \u003cstrong\u003eMPU6500 GY-6500 6-Axis Gyroscope Accelerometer Sensor Module\u003c\/strong\u003e — a high-performance drop-in upgrade for the popular MPU6050. Combining a 3-axis accelerometer and a 3-axis gyroscope in one compact board, this 6DOF (six degrees of freedom) module delivers precise motion sensing for robotics, drones, flight controllers, wearables, and Arduino-based DIY builds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6-Axis Motion Sensing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Integrates a 3-axis accelerometer and a 3-axis gyroscope to measure acceleration and angular velocity across three-dimensional space with high accuracy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMPU6050 Compatible:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed as a direct replacement for the MPU6050, making it easy to swap into existing project designs without hardware redesign.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMultiple Communication Interfaces:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supports IIC (I2C) and SPI protocols for flexible integration with microcontrollers including Arduino, ESP32, Raspberry Pi, and more.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWide Supply Voltage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Operates on 3–5 V, making it compatible with both 3.3 V and 5 V systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact \u0026amp; Breadboard-Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ships with header pins pre-attached for quick, tool-free prototyping on a breadboard or perfboard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6DOF Attitude Detection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for attitude estimation, gesture recognition, stabilisation systems, and motion logging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNew Condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Every module is brand-new and tested before shipping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChip:\u003c\/strong\u003e MPU6500\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e GY-6500\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAxes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6DOF (3-axis gyroscope + 3-axis accelerometer)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommunication:\u003c\/strong\u003e I2C \/ SPI\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupply Voltage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–5 V DC\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sensor Module with Header Pins\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e New\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 × MPU6500 GY-6500 6-Axis Gyroscope Accelerometer Sensor Module\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHeader pins included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eArduino \u0026amp; microcontroller DIY projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDrone and quadcopter flight controllers\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRobotic arm and chassis stabilisation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWearable motion-tracking devices\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBalance boards and self-balancing robots\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGesture-controlled interfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor best practices on safe electronics handling and electrostatic discharge (ESD) precautions during DIY builds, refer to guidance from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: What is the MPU6500 GY-6500 sensor module and what does it measure?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The MPU6500 GY-6500 is a compact 6DOF inertial measurement unit (IMU) that combines a 3-axis accelerometer and a 3-axis gyroscope on a single board. 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