Crypto Margin Calculator
Calculate the required margin for leveraged trades. Understand the difference between isolated and cross margin.
Required Margin
Calculate the collateral needed based on position size and leverage.
Margin Types
Understand the differences between isolated and cross margin.
Maintenance Margin
Learn the minimum margin level to keep your position open.
Required Margin by Leverage
Based on $10,000 position size and 0.5% MMR.
| Leverage | Required Margin | Position | Maint. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2x | $5,000 | $10,000 | $50 |
| 5x | $2,000 | $10,000 | $50 |
| 10x | $1,000 | $10,000 | $50 |
| 25x | $400 | $10,000 | $50 |
| 50x | $200 | $10,000 | $50 |
| 100x | $100 | $10,000 | $50 |
Margin Formulas
MMR (Maintenance Margin Rate) varies by exchange and position tier.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is margin in crypto trading?
Margin is the collateral required to open a leveraged position. With 10x leverage, you need $100 margin to control a $1,000 position.
What is the difference between isolated and cross margin?
Isolated margin limits your risk to the margin allocated to that position. Cross margin uses your entire account balance as collateral, providing more distance from liquidation but risking total account loss.
What is maintenance margin?
Maintenance margin is the minimum margin required to keep a position open. If your balance falls below this level, the position is liquidated. It's typically 0.5-1% of position size.
How is margin ratio calculated?
Margin Ratio = (Maintenance Margin / Account Balance) × 100. As this approaches 100%, liquidation risk increases significantly.
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For educational purposes only. Actual margin requirements vary by exchange.