M5Stack MPU6886 6-Axis IMU Unit - I2C Interface, 2x LEGO Holes

Name: M5Stack MPU6886 6-Axis IMU Unit - I2C Interface, 2x LEGO Holes
Brand: M5Stack
SKU: SENS-1178
Price: 979.00 INR
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The M5Stack MPU6886 is a 6-axis inertial measurement unit (IMU) integrating a 3-axis accelerometer and 3-axis gyroscope, designed for real-time motion tracking and attitude determination in Arduino, ESP32, Raspberry Pi, and UIFlow (Blocky/Python) development environments.

Features

High-performance MPU6886 chip with 16-bit ADC for precise motion data.
Configurable accelerometer (±2g to ±16g) and gyroscope (±250dps to ±2000dps) ranges.
Integrated 1KB FIFO buffer and on-chip temperature sensor for data logging.
I2C communication interface (address 0x68) with support for low-power modes.
Compact 24x24mm module with 2x LEGO-compatible mounting holes and included Grove cable.

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Description

The M5Stack 6-Axis IMU Unit (MPU6886) is a MEMS-based sensor module providing real-time acceleration and angular rate measurements. Its programmable digital filters and 16-bit analog-to-digital converters ensure stable signal output with minimal noise, characterized by an accelerometer noise density of 100 μg/√Hz and gyroscope noise of ±4 mdps/√Hz.

Operating from a 1.71V to 3.45V supply, it is compatible with 3.3V microcontroller logic. The module includes an on-chip temperature sensor for thermal compensation, enhancing measurement accuracy across its operating temperature range. The integrated 1KB FIFO allows for efficient data batch processing, reducing host processor load.

Key Features

MPU6886 6-axis MEMS sensor with 3-axis accelerometer and 3-axis gyroscope.
Wide, user-selectable measurement ranges for flexible application scaling.
Low-noise performance optimized for precise motion capture and stabilization.
Integrated temperature sensor and digital motion processor (DMP) for onboard computation.
I2C digital interface (address 0x68) with configurable interrupt outputs.
Compact, robust PCB design with LEGO-compatible mounting for prototyping.
Includes a 5cm Grove cable for quick connection to compatible host boards.

Applications

Wearable device motion tracking and gesture recognition.
UAV (drone) flight stabilization and inertial navigation systems.
Robotics for balance control, dead reckoning, and tilt sensing.
VR/AR controller and headset orientation tracking.
Industrial equipment vibration monitoring and condition analysis.

Technical Specifications

Item Type	IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit)
Core Sensor	MPU6886
Operating Voltage	1.71 - 3.45 VDC
Communication Protocol	I2C (Address: 0x68)
Accelerometer Range	±2g / ±4g / ±8g / ±16g (Programmable)
Accelerometer Noise Density	100 μg/√Hz
Gyroscope Range	±250 / ±500 / ±1000 / ±2000 °/s (Programmable)
Gyroscope Noise Density	±4 mdps/√Hz
Gyroscope Sensitivity Error	1%
On-Chip Features	Temperature Sensor, 1KB FIFO, Programmable Digital Filter
Power Modes	Supports Low-Power Operation
Module Dimensions (LxW)	24 mm x 24 mm
Module Weight	4 g
Compatible Platforms	Arduino, UIFlow (Blocky, Python), ESP32, Raspberry Pi
Mounting	2x LEGO-Compatible Holes

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the I2C address of the M5Stack MPU6886 IMU Unit?

The default I2C address for the MPU6886 sensor on this module is 0x68. This address is fixed and used for all communication, including reading acceleration, gyroscope, and temperature data from the sensor's registers.

What microcontroller voltages are compatible with this IMU module?

The module operates from 1.71V to 3.45V, making it directly compatible with 3.3V logic microcontrollers like ESP32, Raspberry Pi Pico, and many STM32 boards. For use with 5V Arduino boards, a logic level converter is required on the I2C lines (SDA, SCL) to prevent damage.

How do I select different measurement ranges for the accelerometer and gyroscope?

The accelerometer (±2g to ±16g) and gyroscope (±250°/s to ±2000°/s) ranges are software-configurable by writing to specific sensor registers via I2C. Libraries for Arduino and MicroPython typically provide functions to easily set these ranges according to your application's required sensitivity and dynamic range.

Does the module include mounting options for prototyping?

Yes, the PCB features two LEGO-compatible holes, allowing it to be securely attached to LEGO Technic beams or custom 3D-printed mounts with matching studs. This facilitates integration into robotics and mechanical prototypes without additional brackets.