This reference design maintains a small solution size and low quiescent current in addition to offering reverse battery and load dump protection.
Features
Direct battery operation (12V system); survives voltages up to 45V
Withstands reverse battery conditions and load dump conditions (12V system)
Three-chip solution to drive up to six motors
Compact layout; does not require external FETs
Overcurrent, undervoltage and overtemperature protection with diagnostics feature