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Perpetual Stable Swap API
The Perpetual Stable Swap is a programmatic order type that automatically provides liquidity for swapping between two stable tokens at a 1:1 exchange rate. It operates as an automated market maker that dynamically determines which token to sell based on the owner’s current holdings.Key Parameters
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
tokenA / tokenB | The two tokens eligible for perpetual swapping |
validityBucketSeconds | Time window width (recommended 1-2 weeks) for order consistency |
halfSpreadBps | Markup percentage applied to maintain pricing parity |
appData | Custom metadata passed during settlement |
Operational Logic
ThegetTradeableOrder function executes the following workflow:
- Compares owner balances of both tokens after decimal normalization
- Identifies which token has greater value
- Creates a sell order for the entire balance of the higher-value token
- Applies the spread formula:
- Returns tokens to the owner automatically (
receiver = address(0))
Error Handling
Orders fail with “not funded” messaging when the sell amount equals zero, indicating zero balance in the designated selling token.Design Considerations
- Orders utilize time-bucketing to prevent orderbook spam
- Remain non-partially-fillable
- Charge zero protocol fees
- The spread parameter prevents order collision unless intentionally set to zero