MPU-9250 9-Axis MotionTracking Module – Gyroscope, Accelerometer & Magnetometer

The MPU-9250 is a compact and powerful 9-axis motion sensor module that integrates a 3-axis gyroscope, 3-axis accelerometer, and 3-axis magnetometer in a single chip, making it ideal for motion tracking, navigation systems, robotics, drones, and wearable devices.

Built on InvenSense’s MotionTracking technology, this module offers precise motion sensing with low power consumption and a simple I2C/SPI interface. It’s a go-to choice for applications requiring real-time orientation, heading, and movement detection.

📦 Specifications:

• Sensor Type: 9-axis IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit)

• Integrated Sensors:

  • 3-Axis Gyroscope

  • 3-Axis Accelerometer

  • 3-Axis Magnetometer (AK8963)

• Communication Interface: I2C (up to 400kHz) or SPI

• Gyroscope Range: ±250, ±500, ±1000, ±2000 °/s

• Accelerometer Range: ±2g, ±4g, ±8g, ±16g

• Magnetometer Range: ±4800µT

• Operating Voltage: 3V–5V

• Board Size: Approx. 15mm × 25mm

• Mounting Holes: Yes (standard size for easy prototyping)

🔧 Key Features:

• All-in-one 9-DOF sensor for accurate orientation tracking

• I2C/SPI communication for easy microcontroller integration

• Compatible with Arduino, Raspberry Pi, ESP32, STM32, etc.

• Useful for AHRS (Attitude and Heading Reference Systems)

• Compact form factor – ideal for drones, robotics, wearables, and VR projects

📌 Notes:

• Libraries available for Arduino and popular platforms

• Sensor fusion algorithms (e.g., Madgwick or Mahony filters) recommended for combining all 9 axes

• Use logic level shifter if connecting to 5V MCU via I2C