# scalp_trader `aiomql.contrib.traders.scalp_trader` — Scalp trader (no stop levels). ## Overview The `ScalpTrader` places trades without stop loss or take profit levels, using the minimum lot size. Suitable for quick scalping strategies where risk is managed externally (e.g. via a `PositionTracker`). ## Classes ### `ScalpTrader` > Places trades without stop levels. Inherits from [`Trader`](../../lib/trader.md). #### `place_trade(*, order_type, volume=None, parameters=None)` Places a market order using `order_type`. If `volume` is not provided, the symbol's minimum volume is used. The trade is recorded in the trade record file.