7Semi BMI270 Nano - 6-Axis IMU Sensor Board Qwiic

The 7Semi BMI270 Nano 6-Axis IMU Sensor Board (Qwiic Compatible) is a high-performance motion-sensing module featuring Bosch’s BMI270 inertial measurement unit (IMU). It integrates a 3-axis accelerometer and a 3-axis gyroscope, providing precise motion, orientation, and angular velocity data. Designed for ultra-low power consumption and high accuracy, it is ideal for wearable, IoT, and robotics applications. With its compact design and Qwiic interface, this board offers easy I²C connectivity, making it perfect for motion tracking and gesture recognition in embedded systems.

Technical Specifications:

• Sensor IC: Bosch Sensortec BMI270
• Sensor Type: 6-axis IMU (3-axis accelerometer + 3-axis gyroscope)
  
• Accelerometer Range: ±2g, ±4g, ±8g, ±16g (selectable)
  
• Gyroscope Range: ±125, ±250, ±500, ±1000, ±2000 °/s (selectable)
  
• Output Data Rate (ODR): Up to 6.4 kHz
  
• Interface: I²C and SPI (Qwiic compatible, default I²C)
  
• I²C Address: 0x68 (default), configurable
  
• Resolution: 16-bit for both accelerometer and gyroscope
  
• Power Supply Voltage: 1.71 V to 3.6 V (typical 3.3 V)
  
• Operating Current:
   – Normal Mode: ~850 µA
   – Low Power Mode: ~200 µA
  
• FIFO Buffer: 1024 bytes for motion data logging
  
• Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
  
• Compatibility: 3.3 V logic microcontrollers and SBCs
  
• Mounting: Breadboard- and Qwiic-compatible design

Features:

• Integrated 6-axis IMU combining accelerometer and gyroscope
  
• High-precision motion sensing with low noise and drift
  
• Ultra-low power consumption ideal for portable and battery devices
  
• Qwiic-compatible I²C interface for plug-and-play connectivity
  
• Programmable motion detection, step counting, and gesture recognition
  
• Selectable measurement ranges for flexible motion analysis
  
• Built-in temperature sensor for calibration and compensation
  
• FIFO buffer for efficient data handling and reduced MCU load
  
• Factory-calibrated for accurate and reliable performance
  
• Compact and robust breakout suitable for embedded integration

Applications:

• Motion tracking and orientation sensing
  
• Wearable fitness and health monitoring devices
  
• Robotics and autonomous vehicle navigation
  
• Gesture recognition and control interfaces
  
• IoT and smart home motion detection systems
  
• Drone stabilization and control
  
• Gaming controllers and AR/VR systems
  
• Industrial and machine motion analysis
  
• Research and educational projects involving IMU-based motion studies