How to filter noise from an inductive pickup. low pass filter.

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This discussion focuses on filtering noise from an inductive pickup used in a tachometer application. The user is experiencing significant noise interference when measuring signals from the inductive pickup connected to an HT lead on an engine. Recommendations include implementing an active low pass filter, specifically a third-order filter, to clean up the signal. Additionally, it is crucial to identify the source of noise entering the circuit and to ensure proper wiring to minimize interference.

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i am making a tachometer which will count pulses from an inductive pikup connected to an HT lead on an engine. i am having great difficulty when measuring my signal from the pick up as there is a huge amount of noise. can anyone raccomend the best way to clean this up? someone mentioned an active low pass filter, maybe a third order but i am not too familiar with these. any information will be appreciated.
 
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First determine where the noise is entering the circuit. Take steps to prevent this. I've worked with inductive pickup sensors and generally the sensor itself does not pick up anything except excessive interference. How many wires go to this sensor?
 
Be careful of the filtering. Inductive coupling is AC coupled. The "signal" may be a ringing (damped sine wave) waveform. Is this a Hall Effect pickup?
 

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