bq2970x FET

Hello,

We are looking at using the bq29702 for battery protection.  However, the FET suggestion for is very large.  We don't need 7A operational.  Probably under 2A.  I looked but couldn't find anything smaller or dual that could handle the 50A short circuit number.  Since the short is pulsed can we go with a lower continuous current than 50A?  Is there a smaller FET we can use?

Thank you