FluxNodes: Participate and Earn
A globally distributed node infrastructure that rewards participation for securing the network.
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What are FluxNodes?
Independent hardware providers join Flux as node operators, connecting their underutilized computing devices to the FluxCloud network.
FluxNodes secure the network by storing app data and facilitating data flow across the FluxCloud.
There are three FluxNode tiers, each requiring different specs to operate:
- Cumulus—entry tier for lightweight applications
- Nimbus—mid-tier capacity for larger applications
- Stratus—high-capacity tier for enterprise workloads
FLUX Block Reward Allocation
64.5%
STRATUS
25%
NIMBUS
7%
CUMULUS
3.5%
FOUNDATION
For every block produced, 14 FLUX will be distributed among nodes tiers. 9 FLUX will go to Stratus nodes, 3.5 FLUX to Nimbus nodes, and 1 FLUX to Cumulus nodes. 0.5 FLUX per block will be allocated to the Flux Foundation to fund ecosystem growth initiatives.
What are the hardware requirements for FluxNodes?
Nimbus Requirements
Collateral: 12,500 FLUX
4
V-Cores
8
Threads
32GB
Ram
440 GB
SSD/NVME
180 MB/S
DWS
640 EPS
Minimum
Min Bandwidth: 50 MBIT
Use the FluxNode Reward Calculator to see how much you can make operating a node on the network!
What is Proof of Useful Work (PoUW) v2?
Flux underwent a soft fork that eliminated wasteful GPU mining.
PoUW v2 removes mining pools, slashes block times from 2 minutes to 30 seconds, and introduces a new FLUX asset cap of 560 million with a 10% annual reduction rate.
A target inflation rate of 1% by 2036 ensures incentive-driven deflation, where burning, locking, and staking mechanisms are in place to offset emissions.
Why is PoUW v2 important?
Before
2 MINS
Block Time
After
⚡️30 SECS
Block Time
PoUW v2 shift block rewards from an abrupt halving schedule to a predictable payout structure for emissions.
This ensures node operators from each FluxNode tier receive a FLUX payment with every block produced, every 30 seconds.
What are the benefits of PoUW v2?
No more waiting in queues for block rewards.
Faster finality with 4x as many earning opportunities.
Deterministic payout cycles for consistent rewards.
More efficient transaction confirmations.
Payouts across each node tier, every 30 seconds.
What are the benefits of FluxNodes?
Supporting Developers
Supply compute for dApp development on FluxCloud or GPU provision on FluxEdge.
User Resources
The FluxNode dashboard provides info on the economic models of each FluxNode tier to help operators understand their payouts.
Open Participation
Anyone can join the Flux network as a node operator, regardless of region.
FluxNode Dashboard
An interface that helps users learn about the technical specs and financial parameters for operating each FluxNode tier.