Nano Solana Perpetual Style Futures (SLP) provide futures exposure to the price of Solana in a smaller contract size.
Each contract represents 5 SOL and does not have a traditional expiration date or final settlement date. This allows traders to maintain Solana futures exposure without regularly rolling into a new monthly contract.
Product:
Nano Solana Perpetual Style Futures
Futures Contract Symbol:
Exchange:
Contract Size:
5 SOL
Trading Hours:
24/7 except Friday 5:00–6:00 PM ET
Minimum Price Fluctuation:
$0.01 per Solana
Tick Value:
$0.05 per contract
Initial Expiration:
Third Friday of December 2030
Settlement Method:
Financially Settled in USD
Exchange Fees:
Nano Perp Solana Margins
Long (Buy) SLP
Short (Sell) SLP
Initial Day Margin
$140
$210
Source: Coinbase
The above information is derived from sources believed to be accurate. It is provided without guarantees and is subject change without notice.
Other contracts can be found on our margins page.
The primary ticker symbol for these contracts is SLP. This symbol represents the Coinbase Derivatives Nano Solana contract, which is a cash-settled instrument designed for retail capital efficiency.
Perpetual-style futures are futures contracts designed to track the price of an underlying asset without expiring on a set date.
Instead of expiring, these contracts use daily settlement and price adjustment mechanisms to maintain alignment with the spot market. This allows traders to maintain positions longer term while still operating within a regulated futures framework.
No, it’s a 5-year long-dated contract, effectively removing the need for monthly rolls.
No, Friday 6:00 PM – Friday 5:00 PM ET with a weekly one hour break each Friday
Standard Solana futures contracts expire on a set date, requiring traders to roll positions forward if they want continued exposure. Nano Solana perpetual futures do not expire, using daily settlement adjustments instead. They also feature smaller contract sizes, which can reduce capital requirements and position risk.
Yes. Nano Solana perpetual futures are CFTC-regulated futures contracts traded on a regulated U.S. derivatives exchange. Clearing is handled through an approved clearing organization, helping ensure transparency, risk management, and regulatory oversight.
Nano Solana perpetual futures are designed for traders seeking Solana price exposure with smaller contract sizes. They may appeal to active traders, hedgers, and market participants who want flexibility without fixed expiration dates, while still operating within a regulated futures environment.
No. Nano Solana perpetual futures are cash-settled. Profits and losses are settled in U.S. dollars rather than physical SOL, eliminating the need to hold or transfer the underlying asset.
Traders access Nano Solana perpetual futures through a futures brokerage that provides connectivity to regulated derivatives exchanges. Margin, fees, and platform access vary by broker, so traders should review all product specifications and disclosures before trading.
Trading Nano Solana perpetual futures involves market risk, leverage risk, and the possibility of losing more than the initial margin posted. Price volatility can lead to rapid gains or losses. Futures trading is not suitable for all investors and should be approached with proper risk management.

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