Build a filter that will accept a 200hz square wave

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To build a filter that accepts a 200Hz square wave while removing harmonics, a low-pass filter (LPF) is essential. The design must include an option to either pass or block the DC component, which can be achieved by adding another LPF. The response time of the filter will influence the choice of resistor (R) and capacitor (C) values, balancing between response time and acceptable AC ripple. Clarification is needed on whether the goal is to isolate the AC component with an option to add DC or to eliminate AC and pass only DC. Understanding these requirements is crucial for effective filter design.
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i need to build a filter that will accept a 200hz square wave that will remove all harmonics other than the fundamental. there also needs to be an option to pass or block the dc value in the circuit. i understand the how to make the filter, but not the part about how i would have an option with the dc. how would i do this?
 
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Add another LP filter as shown. You did not specify a response time, so you'll have to calculate the R and C. A sufficiently low-pass filter will pass the DC component with some ripple that you must define as acceptable. Its a trade-off between response time and AC ripple.

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Just reread your post. Do you want:

1) The AC component only with an option to pass the AC + DC

or

2) The AC component only with an option to eliminate the AC and pass just the DC component?
 
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