Description:
GY-271 QMC5883L 3-Axis Electronic Compass Module Magnetic Field Sensor
The GY-271 QMC5883L 3-Axis Electronic Compass Module is a compact magnetic field sensor designed for precise heading and orientation detection. Ideal for low-field magnetic sensing applications, this module features a digital interface and is commonly used in projects like UAVs (unmanned aerial vehicles) and robotic navigation systems.
While the GY-271 is typically equipped with the HMC5883L sensor, some boards may feature the QMC5883L, which offers similar functionality but is not directly compatible with the HMC5883L. This sensor converts magnetic field data into a differential voltage output across three axes. The voltage change serves as the raw digital output, which can then be processed to calculate headings or detect magnetic fields from various directions.
If you are using a GY-271 board and notice an I2C address of 0x0C and only receive zeros in response, it’s likely that the board contains a QMC5883L chip instead of the HMC5883L.
Features:
- Fits into small projects easily.
- Precise heading information.
- 3-axis magnetic electronic compass.
- I2C communication.
Specification:
| Driver IC | HMC5883L(China) |
|---|---|
| Type | GY-271 |
| Operating Voltage (VDC): | 3 ~ 5 |
| Communication | I2C Protocol |
| Measuring Range | ± 1.3-8 Gauss |
| Length (mm): | 14.8 |
| Width (mm): | 13.5 |
| Height (mm): | 3.5 |
| Weight (g): | 2 |
Package Includes:
- 1 x GY-271 QMC5883L 3-Axis Electronic Compass Module
Attachments:
GY-271 Datasheet
HMC5883L Datasheet
HMC5883L(Or QMC5883L) Electronic Compass Info.
QMC5883L-Datasheet
QMC5883L Library
Technical Specifications
| Model | GY-271 |
|---|---|
| SKU | AI0394 |
| Weight | 0.0 kg |
| Availability | In Stock |
Applications & Use Cases
The GY-271 QMC5883L 3-Axis Electronic Compass Module Magnetic Field Sensor is a versatile imu, accelerometer, magnetometer & gyroscope used across a wide range of applications including electronics projects, DIY builds, prototyping, and educational experiments.
Common use cases:
- Integrating into a custom electronics project
- Learning and experimenting with circuits
- Replacing or upgrading components in existing setups
This product is ideal for electronics enthusiasts, engineers, and students.
Technical Tip: Always verify voltage and current requirements before connecting to your circuit. Check datasheets for detailed specifications and pin configurations.
Shipping & Delivery
- Free shipping on orders above ₹999 across India
- Dispatched within 1-3 business days
- Expected delivery: 3-7 business days depending on location
- Secure packaging to ensure safe transit of electronic components
Prateek Iyer (verified owner) –
Love this GY-271 QMC5883L 3-Axis Electronic Compass Module. Response time is fast and readings are stable.
Uday Kulkarni (verified owner) –
Pretty good GY-271 QMC5883L 3-Axis Electronic Compass Module. Documentation could be better but the sensor itself is solid.
Bhavna Deshpande (verified owner) –
Outstanding accuracy from this GY-271 QMC5883L 3-Axis Electronic Compass Module. Compared with a professional instrument, readings match closely.
Farhan Mehta (verified owner) –
Bought this GY-271 QMC5883L 3-Axis Electronic Compass Module for my college project. Accurate readings, easy to code. Very happy!
Aanya Vohra (verified owner) –
Good GY-271 QMC5883L 3-Axis Electronic Compass Module. Works as described. Calibration needed some patience but results are good.
Anand Kulkarni (verified owner) –
Love this GY-271 QMC5883L 3-Axis Electronic Compass Module. Response time is fast and readings are stable.
Ravi Patil (verified owner) –
Good quality GY-271 QMC5883L 3-Axis Electronic Compass Module. Some variation in readings but within acceptable range.
Lakshya Shah (verified owner) –
Great quality GY-271 QMC5883L 3-Axis Electronic Compass Module. Calibrated it easily and the accuracy is impressive.
Prateek Jain (verified owner) –
Very satisfied with this GY-271 QMC5883L 3-Axis Electronic Compass Module. Library support is good and it’s easy to interface.
Shruti Kohli –
This GY-271 QMC5883L 3-Axis Electronic Compass Module is excellent for the price. My data logging project is working perfectly now.
Manish Banerjee (verified owner) –
Nice GY-271 QMC5883L 3-Axis Electronic Compass Module. Readings are mostly accurate. Good enough for my hobby project.
Aisha Mehta (verified owner) –
Outstanding accuracy from this GY-271 QMC5883L 3-Axis Electronic Compass Module. Compared with a professional instrument, readings match closely.
Gaurav Dave (verified owner) –
Good quality GY-271 QMC5883L 3-Axis Electronic Compass Module. Some variation in readings but within acceptable range.
Aanya Rajan (verified owner) –
Very satisfied with this GY-271 QMC5883L 3-Axis Electronic Compass Module. Library support is good and it’s easy to interface.
Ayush Thakur (verified owner) –
Great quality GY-271 QMC5883L 3-Axis Electronic Compass Module. Calibrated it easily and the accuracy is impressive.
Ankur Solanki –
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Hitesh Kapoor (verified owner) –
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Bhavna Luthra (verified owner) –
Good quality GY-271 QMC5883L 3-Axis Electronic Compass Module. Some variation in readings but within acceptable range.
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Saurabh Solanki –
Nice GY-271 QMC5883L 3-Axis Electronic Compass Module. Readings are mostly accurate. Good enough for my hobby project.
Harshit Nair (verified owner) –
Excellent sensitivity and range on this GY-271 QMC5883L 3-Axis Electronic Compass Module. Works better than I expected.
Hitesh Banerjee –
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Utkarsh Dhawan –
This GY-271 QMC5883L 3-Axis Electronic Compass Module works great with Arduino. Easy to wire up and code.
Sunil Tiwari –
Nice GY-271 QMC5883L 3-Axis Electronic Compass Module. Readings are mostly accurate. Good enough for my hobby project.
Shubham Jain –
Perfect GY-271 QMC5883L 3-Axis Electronic Compass Module for my automation project. Integrates seamlessly with my microcontroller.
Rajesh Patil (verified owner) –
Average GY-271 QMC5883L 3-Axis Electronic Compass Module. Readings fluctuate a bit. Works for rough measurements.
Bhavna Rajan (verified owner) –
Superb GY-271 QMC5883L 3-Axis Electronic Compass Module! Using it in my environmental monitoring system. Very reliable data.
Ankur Mukherjee –
Average GY-271 QMC5883L 3-Axis Electronic Compass Module. Readings fluctuate a bit. Works for rough measurements.
Vivek Dhillon (verified owner) –
Decent GY-271 QMC5883L 3-Axis Electronic Compass Module for the price. Requires proper wiring but works well once set up.
Vipin Chauhan (verified owner) –
Perfect GY-271 QMC5883L 3-Axis Electronic Compass Module for my automation project. Integrates seamlessly with my microcontroller.
Daksh Mittal (verified owner) –
Love this GY-271 QMC5883L 3-Axis Electronic Compass Module. Response time is fast and readings are stable.
Lokesh Parekh (verified owner) –
Outstanding accuracy from this GY-271 QMC5883L 3-Axis Electronic Compass Module. Compared with a professional instrument, readings match closely.
Nandini Saxena –
This GY-271 QMC5883L 3-Axis Electronic Compass Module works great with Arduino. Easy to wire up and code.
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Aman Srivastava –
Okay GY-271 QMC5883L 3-Axis Electronic Compass Module. Had to add a capacitor to stabilize readings. Works now.
Anand Chatterjee (verified owner) –
Excellent sensitivity and range on this GY-271 QMC5883L 3-Axis Electronic Compass Module. Works better than I expected.
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