Mode 5: Accumulator
What It Does
Accumulator mode builds on Mode 3's direction-aware foundation and adds intentional directional position building. When the signal engine detects a strong market bias, the bot skews its orders to accumulate a position in that direction while still making markets.
How It Works
- Uses Mode 3 as the base (3 tiers, direction-aware, asymmetric depth)
- When a directional signal is detected, skews order placement toward that direction
- Gradually builds a position up to a configurable maximum
- When the signal goes neutral, the bot works to flatten the accumulated position
- Combines market making income with directional exposure
When to Use
- High-conviction directional views — When you want both MM income and directional exposure
- Trending markets with signal confirmation — Signal engine shows consistent bias
- Advanced users — Requires understanding of both MM and directional risk
Key Settings
| Setting | Description | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Inner spread | Same as Mode 3 | 4-8 bps |
| Level spacing | Same as Mode 3 | 2-4 bps |
| Max position | Maximum directional exposure (USD) | $2,000-$10,000 |
| Order size | USD notional per order | $100-$500 |
Potential Drawbacks
- Directional risk — if the signal is wrong, you accumulate the wrong side
- Larger drawdowns possible compared to pure market making modes
- Flattening on neutral can create additional transaction costs
- Requires trust in the signal engine's accuracy
Tips
- Start with a conservative max position limit until you trust the signals
- Monitor your accumulated position size regularly
- Consider using this mode only on your highest-conviction market
- Works best on markets where the signal engine has been validated