Self-Priming Pump
Self priming pumps are able to pull prime after loosing prime or in some cases can run dry and initiate priming. Centrifugal pumps which SOME are called self-priming actually need to be primed the very first time and then after should hold prime or start up again if pump has retained its priming liquid in its volute. These pumps do not prime from a dry condition.
The second type of Self Priming pump is a positive displacement one and can pull prime completely on its own from often a dry condition. These would be diaphragm / mud Pumps.
Self-priming pumps all have a common limit to how high they can lift or prime. This is often 25 feet maximum and with some pumps may take up to 5 minutes. While some are limited to only a few feet vertical suction lift.
Self Prime pumps come in all materials like Cast Iron, FRP, Aluminum and Stainless. Powered by electric motors, gas / diesel engines, PTO / pedestal and air / pneumatic.
Many self priming pumps are able to handle debris / trash / solids, while others are for high pressure (fire fighting, irrigation, washdown).
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MP Pumps
FM8 SS Self Priming Pump w/ Motor
38333
$5,212.50FM8 Flomax 8 stainless steel pumps are self-priming pumps, pipe size 2" NPT. Electric Motor Driven Pump using a Close-Coupled Electric Motor 3HP.The FLOMAX® series of pumps are commonly used in Industrial, OEM, Agricultural and Marine applicatio...3HP 230/460v SS Learn More -
Pacer Pumps
Trash Pump Electric 3HP
58-72K8 P 58-0117A
$4,100.90Trash Pump Electric. Self-priming, light weight Trash pump, long coupled ODP motor driven. Industrial Open Drip Proof electric motor driven. Pump casing is made or rugged glass reinforced polyester, SS fastners, urathane coated metal impeller a...3HP Learn More -
Pacer Pumps
Centrifugal Pump
SE2HL-C3.0C
15% Off Special Price $1,706.72 Regular Price $2,007.90Pacer S pump 58-12H4 C3.0C close coupled to a TEFC 3hp motor.
Self priming FRP plastic resists abrasive particles, good for most water transfer applications. Widely used to transfer and spray de-icing / anti-icing solutions, such as calcium chlor...
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AMT Pumps
3" Solids Handling Self-Prime Pump
2874-95
$2,149.44Self priming Solids Handling self-priming pumps are designed for a broad range of high capacity applications. The Center-line discharge is specifically designed to prevent vapor binding and makes for more convenient piping connections.Self-cl...
3HP 230/460v Learn More -
Munro Pumps
Irrigation pump 3hp
MULP300B3
$3,047.00Irrigation pump 3hp.
Munro sprinkler pump. Residential self-priming pump. LP075B Easy service desing. Professional construction. Designed specifically for turf irrigation, this self-priming pump provides outstanding performance to horsepower rati...
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Munro Pumps
Irrigation pump 3hp
MULP300B
$3,357.00Irrigation pump. LP300B Easy Service Design, Professional Standards with pricing homeowners appreciate.
Best value / performance in a 3 HP irrigation pump size from any manufacturer. Perfect irrigation / sprinkler pump demanding self priming and ...
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AMT Pumps
Selfprime pump
276C-95
15% Off Special Price $1,177.68 Regular Price $1,385.50Self-priming pumps is designed for Industrial and Commercial applications requiring high volume liquid transfer, waste water drainage and processing. These pumps feature self-cleaning clog resistant impeller capable of handling up to 3/8" diameter...
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AMT Pumps
Two Stage Sprinkler Booster pump
4786-95
$1,749.943HP 3P Sprinkler Booster pumps feature Investment Cast 316 SS closed impellers for high efficiency and resistance against erosion caused by abrasive particles. All models self-prime to 20 feet. Single stage models feature a built-in check valve to...
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AMT Pumps
Two Stage Sprinkler Booster 3HP
4782-95
$1,749.943HP Sprinkler Booster pumps feature Investment Cast 316 SS closed impellers for high efficiency and resistance against erosion caused by abrasive particles. All models self-prime to 20 feet. Single stage models feature a built-in check valve to in...
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AMT Pumps
Electric Trash pump 3HP
316B-95
20% Off Special Price $1,416.10 Regular Price $1,770.13Electric 3HP motor Trash pumps are designed for a trouble free and economical handling of solid-laden liquids and slurries. Pumps are available in three NPT port sizes; 2", 3" and 4". Cast iron construction with 2 vane Stainless steel self-cleanin...
230v/1 2" Learn More
