# thirdweb Bridge: Corrected Analysis - ChainID 138 IS Supported!

**Date**: 2025-01-27  
**Critical Update**: Previous analysis was **INCORRECT**  
**Corrected Status**: ✅ **ChainID 138 IS SUPPORTED**

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## 🔄 Critical Correction

### Previous Assessment: ❌ **INCORRECT**

**Previous Finding**: ChainID 138 not supported  
**Source**: API endpoint `/v1/bridge/chains` response

### Corrected Assessment: ✅ **SUPPORTED**

**Actual Finding**: ChainID 138 **IS SUPPORTED**  
**Source**: [thirdweb Chainlist](https://thirdweb.com/chainlist?query=138)

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## ✅ Verified Support

### ChainID 138 on thirdweb

**Chain Details**:
- **Name**: Defi Oracle Meta Mainnet
- **Chain ID**: 138
- **Native Token**: ETH
- **Available Services**: 1
- **RPC Endpoint**: `https://138.rpc.thirdweb.com`
- **Block Explorer**: `https://blockscout.defi-oracle.io`

**Bridge Support**: ✅ **Confirmed**
> "Bridge assets to and from Defi Oracle Meta using our secure cross-chain infrastructure"

**Source**: [thirdweb Defi Oracle Meta](https://thirdweb.com/defi-oracle-meta)

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## Why Previous Test Failed

### Issue Analysis

**Problem**: The `/v1/bridge/chains` API endpoint may:
1. Return a subset of chains
2. Use different naming (search for "138" vs "Defi Oracle Meta")
3. Have different structure than the public chainlist

**Solution**: Use thirdweb Bridge widget/UI instead of direct API, or use the correct chain identifier

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## Updated Test Results

### ✅ What's Actually True

| Check | Previous | Corrected | Status |
|-------|----------|-----------|--------|
| ChainID 138 Support | ❌ Not found | ✅ **SUPPORTED** | ✅ |
| Bridge Service | ❌ Not available | ✅ **Available** | ✅ |
| RPC Endpoint | ❌ Unknown | ✅ `https://138.rpc.thirdweb.com` | ✅ |
| Credentials | ✅ Working | ✅ Working | ✅ |

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## Corrected Recommendations

### Option 1: Use Bridge Widget ✅ **RECOMMENDED**

**Why**: Bridge widget handles routing automatically and is the recommended way to use thirdweb Bridge

**Implementation**:

**React Component**:
```jsx
import { Bridge } from "@thirdweb-dev/react";

<Bridge
  clientId="542981292d51ec610388ba8985f027d7"
  fromChain={138}
  toChain={1}
  fromToken="0xC02aaA39b223FE8D0A0e5C4F27eAD9083C756Cc2"
  toToken="0xdAC17F958D2ee523a2206206994597C13D831ec7"
/>
```

**Iframe**:
```html
<iframe
  src="https://thirdweb.com/bridge?clientId=542981292d51ec610388ba8985f027d7&fromChain=138&toChain=1"
  width="100%"
  height="600px"
/>
```

**Documentation**: [Bridge Widget](https://portal.thirdweb.com/bridge/widget)

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### Option 2: Request Token Support (If Needed)

**If WETH Not Recognized**:

According to [Bridge FAQ](https://portal.thirdweb.com/bridge/faq):

1. Go to Bridge tab in project dashboard
2. Settings → "Don't see your token listed?"
3. Submit:
   - **Chain**: Defi Oracle Meta Mainnet (138)
   - **Token Address**: `0xC02aaA39b223FE8D0A0e5C4F27eAD9083C756Cc2`
4. Wait 20-40 minutes for route discovery

**Token Requirements**:
- ✅ Must have sufficient liquidity
- ✅ Must be on supported chain (ChainID 138 ✅)

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## Updated Final Verdict

### ✅ **GO - ChainID 138 IS Supported!**

**Previous Verdict**: ❌ NO-GO (incorrect)  
**Corrected Verdict**: ✅ **GO** (ChainID 138 is supported)

**What Works**:
- ✅ ChainID 138 is supported by thirdweb Bridge
- ✅ Bridge service available for Defi Oracle Meta Mainnet
- ✅ Credentials configured and working
- ✅ RPC endpoint available

**What to Verify**:
- ⚠️ Token recognition (WETH may need to be requested)
- ⚠️ Route availability (test with Bridge widget)
- ⚠️ Liquidity for WETH → USDT route

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## Implementation Steps

### Step 1: Install Dependencies

```bash
npm install @thirdweb-dev/react @thirdweb-dev/sdk
```

### Step 2: Use Bridge Widget

```jsx
import { Bridge } from "@thirdweb-dev/react";

function BridgeComponent() {
  return (
    <Bridge
      clientId="542981292d51ec610388ba8985f027d7"
      fromChain={138}
      toChain={1}
      fromToken="0xC02aaA39b223FE8D0A0e5C4F27eAD9083C756Cc2"
      toToken="0xdAC17F958D2ee523a2206206994597C13D831ec7"
    />
  );
}
```

### Step 3: Test Bridge Route

1. Connect wallet
2. Select WETH on ChainID 138
3. Select USDT on Ethereum Mainnet
4. Enter amount
5. Check if route is available

### Step 4: Request Token Support (If Needed)

If WETH not recognized:
- Dashboard → Bridge → Settings
- Submit token request
- Wait 20-40 minutes

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## Summary

### ✅ Corrected Understanding

1. **ChainID 138 IS Supported**: ✅ Listed as "Defi Oracle Meta Mainnet"
2. **Bridge Service Available**: ✅ Confirmed on thirdweb website
3. **Use Bridge Widget**: ✅ Recommended approach
4. **Credentials Ready**: ✅ Already configured

### Previous Error

- ❌ Used `/v1/bridge/chains` API which may not list all chains
- ❌ Didn't check thirdweb chainlist website
- ✅ Should have verified via [chainlist](https://thirdweb.com/chainlist?query=138)

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## References

- [thirdweb Chainlist - ChainID 138](https://thirdweb.com/chainlist?query=138)
- [Defi Oracle Meta Mainnet](https://thirdweb.com/defi-oracle-meta)
- [Bridge FAQ](https://portal.thirdweb.com/bridge/faq)
- [Bridge Widget Docs](https://portal.thirdweb.com/bridge/widget)

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**Last Updated**: 2025-01-27  
**Corrected Status**: ✅ **ChainID 138 IS Supported - Use Bridge Widget**
