eth_getBlockByNumber - opBNB RPC Method
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.
Returns information about a block by block number 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_getBlockByNumber method is essential for:
- Block explorers - Display complete block information
- Transaction indexers - Process all transactions in a block
- Analytics platforms - Analyze blockchain data for fully on-chain games, high-frequency DeFi, and cost-sensitive applications on BNB Chain
- Timestamp verification - Get block timestamps for time-based logic
Code Examples
Error Handling
| Error Code | Message | Description |
|---|---|---|
| -32602 | Invalid params | Invalid block number or parameter format |
| -32000 | Block not found | Block does not exist |
Related Methods
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eth_blockNumber
Get the current block height on opBNB. Essential for syncing dApps, monitoring transaction confirmations, and blockchain state tracking.
eth_getBlockByHash
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.