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
FloMax 8 Pump w/ Motor
25923
$3,162.50Flomax 8 CI Pumps are self-priming Cast Iron pumps, pipe size 2" NPT. Electric Motor Driven Pump using a Close-Coupled Electric Motor-3 HP.
Mounting base optional.
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AMT Pumps
Stainless Steel self priming Centrifugal
276A-98
23% Off Special Price $2,076.41 Regular Price $2,696.63Stainless Steel self priming Centrifugal 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 ...230v 3HP TEFC Learn More -
AMT Pumps
Sprinkler Booster 3HP
379L-95
25% Off Special Price $1,002.47 Regular Price $1,336.633HP 3-phase AMT 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 che...
3HP 230/460v TEFC Learn More -
MP Pumps
FM5 Flomax Pump w/ 3HP
22872
$4,312.50Flomax 5 are self-priming pumps, pipe size 1.5" NPT. Electric Motor Driven Pump using a Long-Coupled Cast Iron Electric Motor-3 HP. Seawater Sampling -
Myers Pumps
Self prime CI pump 3 hp
QP30-3
$3,404.00Quick Prime self-priming pumps are designed to supply large quantities of water for long periods. QPs are ideal for lawn sprinkler systems, car washes and other high volume cleaning and maintenance applications.- Rugged Cast Iron Case and Mot...
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MP Pumps
FM 8 w/ 3HP Motor
22870
$4,337.50Flomax 8 are self-priming Cast Iron pumps, pipe size 2" NPT. Electric Motor Driven Pump using a Coupled Electric Motor-3 HPCI 3HP 230/460v TEFC Learn More -
AMT Pumps
Sprinkler/Booster 3HP
379D-95
25% Off Special Price $1,002.47 Regular Price $1,336.63AMT 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...
3HP 230v/1 TEFC Learn More -
MP Pumps
FM5 Flomax Pump Explosion Proof motor
22872-1
$4,162.50Flomax 5 are self-priming pumps, pipe size 1.5" NPT. Explosion Proof Electric Motor Driven Cast Iron Pump using a Long-Coupled Cast Iron EXP Motor-3 HP 60HZ, 2HP 50HZ.
List of all the EXPlosion Proof Pumps, all fitted with Hazardous duty motors....
3Hp 230/460v EXP CI Learn More -
Myers Pumps
Self prime CI pump 3 hp
QP30
$3,716.00Quick Prime self-priming pumps are designed to supply large quantities of water for long periods. QPs are ideal for lawn sprinkler systems, car washes and other high volume cleaning and maintenance applications.- Rugged Cast Iron Case and Mot...
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Sta-Rite
3HP Irrigation Pump
DMH3-171
Sta-rite Medium Head Self-priming centrifugal irrigation pump for water sprinkler irrigation, fire protection, marine and liquid transfer. Cast iron construction with Bronze enclosed impeller. Includes drain port. Order suction port separately ...208-230/460v 3 phase Learn More
