l A monolithic power IC with a new structure combining a control block (Bi.
CMOS) and a vertical power MOS FET (π.
MOS) on a single chip. l One side of load can be grounded to a high.
side switch. l Can directly drive a power load from a microprocessor. l Built.
in protection against thermal shutdown and load short circuiting. l Incorporates a diagnosis function that allows diagnosis output to be read externally at load short circuiting, opening, or overtemperatu.