Overview
This node integrates with the Kucoin API to perform various order-related operations such as placing new orders, canceling orders, retrieving a specific order, and listing orders. It is useful for automating trading workflows on the Kucoin cryptocurrency exchange, allowing users to manage their orders programmatically within n8n workflows. For example, a user can automatically fetch the details of a specific order by its unique Order ID or cancel an existing order based on certain conditions.
Use Case Examples
- Retrieve details of a specific order by providing its Order ID.
- Place a new limit or market order with specified parameters like symbol, side, price, and size.
- Cancel an existing order using its Order ID.
- List orders filtered by trade type and optional parameters such as start and end times.
Properties
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| OrderId | Unique ID of the order to retrieve or cancel, required for operations like 'Get an order' and 'Cancel order'. |
Output
JSON
orderId- The unique identifier of the order retrieved or affected.status- The status of the order or the operation result.message- Additional information or error messages related to the operation.
Dependencies
- Kucoin API with API key, secret, and passphrase credentials required for authentication.
Troubleshooting
- Common issues include authentication errors due to incorrect API key, secret, or passphrase. Ensure credentials are correctly configured.
- Error messages related to invalid Order ID or unsupported operations may occur if parameters are incorrect or missing.
- Timeouts or network errors can happen if the Kucoin API is unreachable; verify network connectivity and API status.
Links
- Kucoin API Documentation - Official documentation for Kucoin API endpoints and authentication details.