GY-BMI 160 6DOF 6-Axis Gyroscope Module

The GY-BMI 160 6DOF 6-Axis Gyroscope Module combines a 3-axis gyroscope and 3-axis accelerometer to deliver precise motion sensing across six degrees of freedom. Designed for compact and embedded applications, it provides reliable orientation tracking, motion analysis, and responsive detection of both dynamic and static forces.

• 16-bit digital output for high-resolution angular rate and acceleration measurements.
• Gyroscope range up to ±2000°/s to capture rapid rotational movements.
• Accelerometer range ±16g for detection of strong accelerations and gravity vectors.
• Low power consumption suitable for battery-operated and portable devices.
• I2C and SPI interfaces for flexible integration with a wide range of microcontrollers and development platforms.

Built on MEMS sensing technology with integrated sensor fusion capabilities, the module improves orientation precision by reducing drift and stabilizing outputs over time. Its compact footprint and robust performance make it well suited to robotics, drones, wearable electronics, motion controllers, and other space-constrained systems where accurate, low-latency motion data is required. The GY-BMI 160 is also designed for straightforward integration: use standard I2C or SPI connections to stream 16-bit sensor data into your control firmware, apply typical calibration and filtering routines to minimize bias, and leverage onboard responsiveness for closed-loop control and real-time monitoring.

Overall, the module balances sensitivity, stability, and power efficiency to meet the demands of embedded motion-sensing applications.