eth_getBlockByHash - opBNB RPC Method
Retrieve complete block data by block hash on opBNB. Essential for GameFi developers, high-frequency dApp builders, and teams requiring BNB Chain integration building on Binance's high-performance L2 processing 100M+ daily transactions with the lowest L2 gas fees.
Returns information about a block by hash on opBNB.
Why opBNB? Build on Binance's high-performance L2 processing 100M+ daily transactions with the lowest L2 gas fees with sub-$0.0001 gas fees, 5-10K TPS, sub-second block times via Volta/Maxwell upgrades, and OP Stack architecture.
Use Cases
The eth_getBlockByHash method is essential for:
- Block verification - Verify block data using its unique hash
- Chain reorganization handling - Track blocks during reorgs
- Cross-chain bridges - Verify block finality for fully on-chain games, high-frequency DeFi, and cost-sensitive applications on BNB Chain
- Deterministic queries - Get consistent block data regardless of chain state
Code Examples
Error Handling
| Error Code | Message | Description |
|---|---|---|
| -32602 | Invalid params | Invalid block hash format |
| -32000 | Block not found | Block with this hash does not exist |
Related Methods
eth_getBlockByNumber- Get block by numbereth_blockNumber- Get latest block number
eth_getBlockByNumber
Retrieve complete block data by block number on opBNB. Perfect for GameFi developers, high-frequency dApp builders, and teams requiring BNB Chain integration building on Binance's high-performance L2 processing 100M+ daily transactions with the lowest L2 gas fees.
eth_getBlockReceipts
Return every transaction receipt in a block on opBNB. Useful for indexers, analytics pipelines, and event backfills across fully on-chain games, high-frequency DeFi, and cost-sensitive applications on BNB Chain.