Polygon (MATIC) Calculator
Calculate optimal position size, R/R ratio, and liquidation price for Polygon futures trading. Max leverage: 50x.
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Position Size
0.0842 units
~ $5,052.00
Max Loss
-$10.00
Target Profit
+$25.00
Liquidation Price
$56,200.00
Margin Required
$505.20
Symbol
MATICUSDT
Max Leverage
50x
Tick Size
0.0001
Min Quantity
1
About Polygon Trading
Polygon is closely tied to Ethereum scaling narratives and often tracks ETH direction with extra volatility. News around network upgrades or partnerships can create quick spikes and sharp retraces.
MATIC futures are liquid but can be jumpy in thin sessions. Use limit orders where possible and keep risk per trade consistent. If ETH is choppy, expect MATIC to be even choppier, so size down and widen stops.
MATIC can react to L2 adoption news and ecosystem partnerships. Because it is smaller than ETH, sudden order flow can move price quickly. Keep stops outside obvious levels and avoid increasing size after a big move.
MATIC can print sudden wicks around partnership news. Use alerts and avoid entries without confirmation from volume. If volume is thin, wait for a clear breakout before sizing up.
Risk Management Tips for MATIC
- Track ETH trend when trading MATIC.
- Expect sharp retraces after news spikes.
- Use limit orders to reduce slippage.
- Size down during choppy ETH sessions.
MATIC ETH-Correlated Recovery Trade
ETH bounced 4% from a key support level. MATIC, which had dropped harder, was sitting at $0.52 — a prior accumulation zone. The MATIC/ETH ratio was at multi-week lows, suggesting MATIC was underperforming and due for a catch-up. A 4H bullish divergence on RSI added confluence.
Entry
$0.525 (long after ETH bounce confirmation)
Stop Loss
$0.495 (below accumulation zone low)
Take Profit
$0.59 (MATIC/ETH mean reversion target)
Position
2,000 MATIC (~$1,050 notional) with 4x leverage on a $2,000 account risking 1.5%
R/R
1:2.2 (risk $0.03 per MATIC, reward $0.065 per MATIC)
Outcome: MATIC rallied to $0.578 as ETH continued its recovery. Exit at $0.575 when momentum slowed. Total realized P&L: +$100 on $2,000 account (+5.0%).
Lesson: Trading MATIC based on its correlation to ETH provides an edge when MATIC has underperformed on a relative basis. The MATIC/ETH ratio at extremes signals mean-reversion potential. Waiting for ETH to bounce first before entering MATIC reduces the risk of catching a falling knife.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I calculate position size for MATIC?
Enter your account balance, risk percentage (recommended 1-2%), entry price, and stop loss. The calculator determines the optimal Polygon position size that limits your loss to your specified risk amount if stop loss is hit.
What is a good Risk/Reward ratio for MATIC trades?
A minimum R/R of 1:2 is recommended for Polygon trading. This means your potential profit should be at least twice your potential loss. Higher R/R ratios (1:3 or better) are preferred for swing trades.
How does leverage work with MATIC futures?
Leverage allows you to control a larger Polygon position with less capital. For example, 10x leverage means $100 controls $1,000 worth of MATIC. Higher leverage increases both profit potential and liquidation risk.
What is the maximum leverage for MATIC?
Maximum leverage varies by exchange. Bybit and Binance offer up to 125x for MATICUSDT perpetual contracts, but we recommend using 5-25x for sustainable trading.
How accurate is the MATIC liquidation price calculation?
Our calculator provides an estimate based on standard maintenance margin rates (0.5%). Actual Polygon liquidation prices may vary slightly by exchange and your position size tier. Always verify with your trading platform.