A mapped reference for layer2 arbitrage — how it runs, how to configure it, and where it runs aground under load.
Mechanics
The mechanics of layer2 arbitrage form one pipeline: raw market data in, computed signal out, decision routed to the order engine.
Waypoints (Configuration)
The layer2 arbitrage setup exposes a few documented knobs. Begin at defaults, then adjust against measured behaviour, keeping a written record.
Wreck Record (Failure Modes)
Recorded failures for layer2 arbitrage include regime changes, missed heartbeats, and positions that could not be exited cleanly.
Navigation Checks (Evaluation)
Test layer2 arbitrage with fixed, look-ahead-free evaluations, then stress the operations side before trusting it live.
Configuration Reference
# Layer2 Arbitrage tested configuration mode: production timeframe: auto risk_limits: max_drawdown: 15 percent max_position: 3 percent monitoring: alert_threshold: 0.5 report_interval: hourly
Parameter Impact
| Parameter | Effect | Trade-off |
|---|---|---|
| timeframe | Signal frequency | Higher means fewer but more reliable signals |
| risk_limit | Maximum exposure | Lower means safer but slower returns |
| lookback | Indicator sensitivity | Longer means smoother but lagging |