The THS1060 is a high speed low noise 10-bit CMOS pipelined analog-to-digital converter. A differential sample and hold minimizes even order harmonics and allows for a high degree of common mode rejection at the analog input. A buffered analog input allows for operation with a constant analog input impedance, and prevents transient voltage spikes from feeding backward to the analog input source. Full temperature DNL performance allows for industrial application with the assurance of no missing codes. The THS1060 can operate with either internal or external references. Internal reference usage selection is accomplished simply by externally connecting reference output terminals to reference input terminals. Packaged in a small 48-pin quad flat-pack, the THS1060 makes use of Texas Instruments PowerPADTM technology. The die of the THS1060 is bonded directly to a copper alloy plate which is exposed on the bottom of the package. When soldered to a ground land, the PowerPADTM provides superior heat dissipation and thermal performance ideal for industrial applications in high temperature environments.