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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Berkeley Pumps
Sprinkler High Pressure SSHM-2
B82456
Sprinkler pump Irrigation pump High pressure pump. 4-STAGE
The Berkeley SSHM-2 Self-Priming Pump B82456 consistently delivers high pressure performance without priming problems and delays. 4 stage sprinkler pump. Designed for minimal electrical c...
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Munro Pumps
Turf Irrigation pump 2hp
MULP200B
$2,040.00Turf Irrigation Pump 2HP
Sprinkler irrigation Pump. Residential self-priming pump. LP200B Easy Service Design Economical Construction. LP200B
Motors are wired for 230v (high) as standard.
Designed specifically for turf irrigation, this self-pri...
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Munro Pumps
Sprinkler pump
MULP200B-SiC
$1,189.00Residential self-priming pump. Easy Service Design Economical Construction.Motors are wired for 230v (high) as standard. Motors are Lincoln brand. Pump rotation is CCW from pump-end. Click here for an alternate pump
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AMT Pumps
Bronze Inline Centrifugal
388k-97
20% Off Special Price $714.00 Regular Price $892.50Bronze Centrifugal pumps are designed for use with swimming pools, hot tubs and spas. All models are U.L. Listed 1081. Features a two speed (3450 / 1725 rpm) motor. All models are fitted with self-cleaning bronze impellers. Units feature pull-f...2HP 230v Learn More -
Flotec Pumps
2hp Cast Iron Sprinkler Pump
FP5252
$1,396.00Cast iron sprinkler pumps are built tough for even the most demanding sprinkler jobs. Heavy-duty A.O. Smith motors deliver suction lift to 25' which is 5' higher than the ordinary plastic models. Strong enough to manage large sprinkler zones wi... -
Flotec Pumps
2HP Sprinkler Pump
FP5182
$1,018.00Sprinkler pump 2HP by Flotec.Corrosion-resistant, self-priming sprinkler pumps are constructed of rugged, heavy-duty fiberglass-reinforced thermoplastic. Capable of operating up to 30 sprinkler heads. Self-priming design permits use on automa...
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Myers Pumps
Sprinkler Pump CI pump 2 hp
QP20
$2,181.00Quick Prime self-priming pumps by Myers 2HP
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. Also used on water cu...
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Sta-Rite
2HP Sprinkler Pump
DMG-41L
Sta-rite Medium Head Self-priming centrifugal pump for sprinkler irrigation, fire protection, marine and liquid transfer. Cast iron construction with Bronze enclosed impeller. Includes drain port. Order suction port separately as a accessory.230v Learn More -
Webtrol
Stainless Steel Dewatering Pump
FC4020-17-3
$8,344.92The Webtrol Stainless Steel Series Centrifugal Pumps are designed for dependability, performance and rugged continuous duty service under the most severe conditions. These pumps are guaranteed tough, engineered for the professional and built f...2HP 230V ODP Learn More -
AMT Pumps
SS Centrifugal Pump
4.29E-96
20% Off Special Price $1,265.65 Regular Price $1,582.06AMT 316 SS Transfer pumps are designed to handle liquids and chemicals with specific gravities to 1.6. The pumps are particularly well suited to applications involving perchloroethylene (PCE) and are recommended for use with nonflammable liqui...115/230v 2HP Learn More
