opBNB

Unlock the full potential of the BNB Chain with opBNB

Through Blast's custom and public API services, BNB developers have instant access to the opBNB network. By leveraging Layer 2, with opBNB they are able to scale beyond the constraints of the BNB Smart Chain and obtain higher throughput and lower fees.

Benefits of opBNB

About opBNB Chain

The opBNB is the Layer 2 network for the BNB Smart Chain, powered by bedrock version of the Optimism OP Stack. It enhances efficiency by transferring transaction processing and resource consumption off the BNB Smart Chain, while continuing to record data on the primary network. Users engage with the opBNB network by transferring assets from BSC and utilizing applications and contracts on opBNB.

Fundamentally, opBNB enables users to deposit and withdraw funds, employ smart contracts, and access network data with elevated throughput and reduced costs. By exploiting Layer 2, opBNB can expand beyond the limitations of the BNB Smart Chain, offering an enhanced experience for users. Large-scale Web3 applications such as games or social platforms, and high-frequency trading encounter obstacles when developed directly on Layer 1 chains.

The transaction fees on these Layer 1 chains remain high for most dApps, thus Layer 2 solutions, such as opBNB surface as more appropriate, more stable and easier to scale.

Free Public API for opBNB

opBNB Mainnet is the core network for broadcasting, verifying, and recording transactions on a distributed ledger technology, as well as enabling smart contract functionality.

Public RPC Endpoint

Public WSS Endpoint

Playground

eth_blockNumber

Parameters

eth_blockNumber

Returns the number of the most recent block

eth_blockNumber response

Returns the number of the most recent block

resultnumber

An integer value of the current block number the client is on

Request

curl -X POST https://opbnb-mainnet.public.blastapi.io \
-H 'Content-Type: application/json' \
-d '{"jsonrpc":"2.0","id":0,"method":"eth_blockNumber"}'
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Blast Features for opBNB Developers

Core API

Blast custom APIs offer optimized throughput and reduced latency for transactions on opBNB Network and enable access to real-time data, transaction history and network status.

Included with all plans

Archive Nodes

These nodes retain all historical transaction information on the opBNB blockchain from the genesis block to the present, enabling users to query and retrieve any past information. Archive Nodes is enabled starting with the Developer plan.

Included with Developer, Startup, Enterprise & Pay As You Go plans

Frequently Asked Questions

What is opBNB?

The opBNB is the Layer 2 network for the BNB Smart Chain. By exploiting Layer 2, opBNB can expand beyond the limitations of the BNB Smart Chain, offering high throughput, lower fees, more stability and scalability.

How can I use Blast on opBNB?

Just go to Launch App, connect your wallet and get direct access to dedicated endpoints that you can organize into projects depending on your development needs.

What projects can benefit from opBNB?

opBNB covers a diverse set of dApps and use cases from gaming and decentralized exchanges to digital collectibles.

Where can I find resources to start building on opBNB?

Getting started with developing on opBNB by using Blast APIs is straightforward. You can follow the instructions in our documentation.

Where do I get support if my Blast APIs are not working on opBNB?

The Bware Labs team is available 24/7 via Discord for support! Just join our server and write down your questions in the Technical Support channel.

Blast Resources for opBNB Developers

Getting started with developing on opBNB by using Blast APIs is straightforward. You can follow the instructions in our documentation to set up your development environment and start building.

Core API Documentation

opBNB Articles

opBNB Endpoints Are Available in Blast

opBNB Endpoints Are Available in Blast

opBNB endpoints are now available in Blast! Our reliable and distributed infrastructure services can amplify opBNB builders’ potential by providing immediate access to blockchain data, at the fastest response times. Whether you’re working on gaming dApps, decentralized exchanges, or digital collectibles, Blast is here to support you every step of the way.

Blast Team

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