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Sallen-Key Low-Pass Filter

Design from specification

Pick an approximation and a cutoff; the R and C values are computed and rounded to the chosen E-series, then analysed below.

C1 and C2 are optional; when set, keep C1/C2 ≥ 4Q² / (1 + 4(K−1)Q²) (i.e. ≥ 4Q² at unity gain) so R1, R2 stay real.

Components (analyse / override)

Results

Components: R1 = —  R2 = —  C1 = —  C2 = —  Ra = —  Rb = —

Cutoff f0 = — Hz   Q = —   ζ = —   passband gain K = —

Transfer function:
H(s) = —

Equivalent block diagram

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Poles

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Phase margin

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Oscillation (ringing) frequency

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Overshoot of the step response

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Final value of the step response

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