# Adafruit LSM6DS33 6-DoF IMU Breakout ## Overview ![](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/087/104/medium800/sensors_overview_iso_crop.jpg?1579303033) Add motion and orientation sensing to your Arduino or CircuitPython project with this affordable 6 Degree of Freedom (6-DoF) sensor combo from ST. The board includes an  **LSM6DS33** , a 6-DoF IMU accelerometer + gyroscope. The 3-axis accelerometer, can tell you which direction is down towards the Earth (by measuring gravity) or how fast the board is accelerating in 3D space. The 3-axis gyroscope that can measure spin and twist. This chip isn't the newest motion sensor, but it is well-established and comes at a great price. ![](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/087/106/medium800/sensors_back.jpg?1579303148) To make getting started fast and easy, we placed the sensor on a compact breakout board with voltage regulation and level-shifted inputs. That way you can use it with 3V or 5V power/logic devices without worry. Both I2C and SPI interfaces are available, so you'll be able to use it with any hardware setup. The breakout comes fully assembled and tested, with some extra header so you can use it on a breadboard. Four mounting holes make for a secure connection. This breakout does not include a magnetometer, often required for accurate orientation. [We recommend the  **LIS3MDL**  3-axis magnetometer to match up with this IMU](https://www.adafruit.com/product/4479). [We even have a version that contains both!](https://www.adafruit.com/product/4485) ![](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/087/105/medium800/sensors_stemma.jpg?1579303055) Additionally, since it speaks I2C, you can easily connect it up with two wires (plus power and ground!).  We've even included two [SparkFun qwiic](https://www.sparkfun.com/qwiic) compatible** [STEMMA QT](https://learn.adafruit.com/introducing-adafruit-stemma-qt)** connectors for the I2C bus so  **you don't even need to solder!**  [Just wire up to your favorite micro like the STM32F405 Feather](https://www.adafruit.com/product/4382) with a plug-and-play cable to get 6 DoF data ASAP. You can change the I2C address on the back using the solder jumper, to allow you to have two of these sensor boards on one bus. We also wrote libraries to help you get these sensors integrated with your project. [This library contains an Arduino driver for the accel/gyro](https://github.com/adafruit/Adafruit_LSM6DS). For advanced Arduino usage, [ST has their own fully-featured library that includes extras such as FIFO management and tap detection](https://github.com/stm32duino/LSM6DS3) for the LSM6DS3. If you prefer Python, or just want to get going extra quick with minimal hassle, you can use[this CircuitPython library](https://github.com/adafruit/Adafruit_CircuitPython_LSM6DS) and its included examples - [Next Page](https://learn.adafruit.com/lsm6ds33-6-dof-imu-accelerometer-gyro/pinouts.md) ## Primary Products ### Adafruit LSM6DS33 6-DoF Accel + Gyro IMU [Adafruit LSM6DS33 6-DoF Accel + Gyro IMU](https://www.adafruit.com/product/4480) Add motion and orientation sensing to your Arduino project with this affordable 6 Degree of Freedom (6-DoF) sensor with sensors from ST. The board includes an **LSM6DS33** , a 6-DoF IMU accelerometer + gyro. The 3-axis accelerometer, can tell you which direction is down... 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On one end you get a Qwiic / STEMMA QT connector (technically known as a JST SH 4-pin plug)  into 4 individual wires with grippy alligator clips. We're carrying these to... Out of Stock [Buy Now](https://www.adafruit.com/product/4398) [Related Guides to the Product](https://learn.adafruit.com/products/4398/guides) ### STEMMA QT / Qwiic JST SH 4-pin Cable with Premium Female Sockets [STEMMA QT / Qwiic JST SH 4-pin Cable with Premium Female Sockets](https://www.adafruit.com/product/4397) This 4-wire cable is a little over 150mm / 6" long and fitted with JST-SH female 4-pin connectors on one end and premium female headers on the other. Compared with the chunkier JST-PH these are 1mm pitch instead of 2mm, but still have a nice latching feel, while being easy to insert and... 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