2-Axis Gimbal Bracket – Pan Tilt Servo Mount for Camera Projects
2-Axis Gimbal Bracket – Pan Tilt Servo Mount for Camera Projects
The Compoden 2-axis gimbal bracket is a lightweight mechanical mount for pan and tilt servos, perfectly suited for building DIY camera stabilizers with Arduino, ESP32, or Raspberry Pi microcontrollers.
Key Specifications
| Material | Acrylic |
| Compatible Servo Type | SG90 / MG90S (micro servo) |
| Axis of Rotation | 2‑axis (Pan & Tilt) |
| Mounting Plate Dimensions (approx) | 95 mm × 95 mm |
| Plate Thickness | 2 mm |
| Weight (without servos) | ~50 g |
| Mounting Hole Diameter | 2.5 mm (M2/M3 screws) |
| Color | Matte Black |
What You Can Build With This
- Arduino Camera Tracker: Build a simple pan‑tilt assembly with Arduino Uno and two SG90 servos to follow moving objects using basic sensor input.
- Wi‑Fi Remote Surveillance: Combine an ESP32‑CAM module with this bracket to create an IoT pan‑tilt IP camera controllable from your smartphone over Wi‑Fi.
- Raspberry Pi Webcam Gimbal: Attach a Pi Camera and program a face‑tracking webcam system with OpenCV on a Raspberry Pi 4.
- CBSE Class 11-12 Practical: Use the bracket in an ATL Tinkering Lab to demonstrate servo motor control and coordinate frame transformations.
- B.Tech Final Year Project: Develop an AI‑powered object tracking camera as an innovative Smart India Hackathon solution integrating computer vision and precision servo positioning.
Compatibility
| Platform | Compatible | Connection | Library / Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arduino Uno R3 | Yes | PWM pins (e.g., D9, D10) | Servo.h |
| Arduino Nano | Yes | PWM pins (e.g., D5, D6) | Servo.h |
| Arduino Mega 2560 | Yes | PWM pins (e.g., 11, 12) | Servo.h |
| ESP8266 NodeMCU | Yes | GPIO (e.g., D1, D2) | ESP8266Servo or Servo.h |
| ESP32 Dev Board | Yes | GPIO (e.g., 13, 12) | ESP32Servo |
| Raspberry Pi Pico | Yes | GPIO (e.g., GP0, GP1) | MicroPython PWM / C++ SDK |
| Raspberry Pi 4 / 5 | Yes | GPIO (e.g., 17, 27) | pigpio or RPi.GPIO (3.3 V logic) |
Wiring and Interface Notes
Connect each servo’s signal wire to a PWM‑capable GPIO pin; provide separate 5 V power and common ground from an external supply if driving more than one servo. Confirm your servo’s voltage rating (typically 4.8–6 V) and avoid powering two servos directly from an Arduino 5 V pin to prevent brownouts. When using a Raspberry Pi, use a logic‑level converter or servo driver board because the Pi’s 3.3 V GPIOs may not reliably drive servo signals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can this bracket hold a DSLR camera?
No, it is engineered for lightweight payloads such as smartphone modules, webcams, or Pi Camera modules. Standard SG90/MG90S servos can typically handle up to about 100 g.
Does the bracket come pre‑assembled?
The kit includes laser‑cut acrylic parts, screws, and nuts; you assemble it in minutes with a small screwdriver. No soldering or special tools are required.
What you can build with this
Shipping Information
- Prepaid Orders: ₹75 for orders up to ₹999, FREE shipping above ₹999
- COD Orders: ₹125 shipping + ₹50 COD fee = ₹175 total
- Delivery Timeline: Dispatch in 1-2 days, delivery in 2-7 days depending on location
Returns & Warranty
- 7-Day Return: Manufacturing defects only (approval required)
- Warranty: 7 days from delivery
- Non-Returnable: Batteries, consumables, cut wires, clearance items