Arduino Compass Kit with MPU6050 & Stepper Motor - Always Points North

Every part needed, pre-tested for compatibility, with an AI build companion trained on this exact project. Shipped from Bengaluru in 3-5 days.

Turn any surface into a precise north-facing dial. This kit uses the MPU6050's integrated magnetometer and accelerometer to detect magnetic heading, then drives a NEMA 17 stepper motor to spin a physical needle - always pointing exactly north. Perfect for custom automotive dashboards, off-road vehicles, or teaching embedded orientation control.

What You'll Build

You'll assemble a fully functional digital compass that reads heading data from the MPU6050, compensates for tilt using the onboard accelerometer, and commands a stepper motor to rotate a needle to the exact magnetic north bearing. An OLED screen displays the live heading while you learn sensor fusion and motor control in one project.

What You'll Learn

• Interface the MPU6050 accelerometer and magnetometer over I2C with Arduino.
• Drive a NEMA 17 stepper motor precisely using the A4988 microstepping driver.
• Implement compass tilt compensation using real-time sensor fusion.
• Display heading data and status messages on a 0.96-inch OLED screen.

Kit Contents

Why Buy This Kit Instead of Sourcing Parts Separately

Who This Kit Is For

Ideal for CBSE Class 11-12 students building robotics projects, B.Tech ECE/EEE first-years learning embedded motor control, ATL Tinkering Lab innovators, and any hobbyist creating a custom dashboard compass. Also fits perfectly into Smart India Hackathon prototype stages and National Science Exhibition displays.

Built and Backed by Compoden

Every Compoden kit ships with an AI build companion trained on this exact project - accessible via a QR code on the box, with WhatsApp and email backup. We've spent 10 years building projects for makers, schools, and institutions across India. If a part fails because of a manufacturing defect, replace it free within 7 days.