BMI270 6-Axis 16-bit IMU Sensor
BMI270 is a Ultra Low Power IMU Sensor having 6-axis, 16bit measurement in tri-axial gyroscope and tri-axial accelerometer. This is an excellent companion for hearables, smart watches, smart clothes, smart shoes, glasses and ankle bands.Designed for ultra-low power consumption, it is perfect for battery-powered applications such as wearables, IoT devices, and smart motion detection systems.
With built-in motion detection features like step counting, gesture recognition, and activity tracking, the BMI270 reduces processing load on the microcontroller. It supports both I2C and SPI communication, making it easy to integrate with popular development platforms like Arduino, ESP32, and STM32.
Features of BMI270 6-Axis 16-bit IMU Sensor
- 6-axis IMU (3-axis accelerometer + 3-axis gyroscope)
- 16-bit high-resolution output
- Ultra-low power consumption
- Built-in motion & activity recognition
- Step counter and gesture detection
- Self-calibrating gyroscope
- I2C and SPI interface support
- Compact LGA package (2.5mm × 3mm)
Specifications of BMI270 6-Axis 16-bit IMU Sensor
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Sensor Type | 6-axis IMU |
| Accelerometer Range | ±2g, ±4g, ±8g, ±16g |
| Gyroscope Range | ±125 to ±2000 dps |
| Resolution | 16-bit |
| Interface | I2C / SPI |
| Supply Voltage (VDD) | 1.7V – 3.6V |
| Logic Voltage (VDDIO) | 1.2V – 3.6V |
| Package | LGA-14 |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to +85°C |
Applications
- Wearable devices (fitness bands, smartwatches)
- Robotics and drones
- Gesture recognition systems
- Motion tracking and stabilization
- IoT and embedded systems
Pin configuration of BMI270

Design Resources of BMI270
Product attributes of BMI270
MFR-PN : BMI270
Package : 14 pin LGA
Package contains
1 x BMI270 6-Axis 16-bit IMU Sensor






