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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AMT Pumps
Sprinkler Booster pump 3480GPH
3791-95
20% Off Special Price $738.65 Regular Price $923.31Lawn Sprinkler Booster pumps feature 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 model feature a built-in check valve to insure fast p...
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Myers Pumps
Self prime CI pump 1hp
QP10B-3
$1,493.00Quick 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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Myers Pumps
Self prime pump
QP10B
$1,926.00Quick 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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Flotec Pumps
1HP Sprinkler Pump
FP5162
$791.00Sprinkler pump. 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 automatic sprinkling ...115/230v Learn More -
Myers Pumps
Sprinkler Pump Quick Prime 1HP
QP10
Myers Quick Prime sprinkler pumps or 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 ...
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Oberdorfer Pumps
Bronze Rotary Gear Pump w/ motor & relief valve
N990RH-N26
$2,455.70Oberdorfer Close coupled bronze rotary gear pumps.- Bronze Construction with SS shaft
- Helical gears for quiet operation
- Self-lubricating carbon bearings
- O-ring seal for max. leak protection
- The pump drive shaft is connected to the motor shaft by ...
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Sta-Rite
1hp jet pump
HMSE-1FL
FEATURESAutomatic Pressure Regulator –Faster-acting and quieter, design eliminates “hunting” for correct drive pressure. New improved stem and guide are precisely molded to assure efficient, trouble-free performance on all deep wells. See or...
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Oberdorfer Pumps
Bronze Rotary Gear Pump w/ motor
N990H-N26
$2,276.30Oberdorfer Close coupled bronze rotary gear pumps.- Bronze Construction with SS shaft
- Helical gears for quiet operation
- Self-lubricating carbon bearings
- O-ring seal for max. leak protection
- The pump drive shaft is connected to the motor shaft by ...
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Oberdorfer Pumps
Bronze Rotary Gear Pump w/ motor & relief valve
N990RJ-N96
$2,483.00Oberdorfer Close coupled bronze rotary gear pumps.- Bronze Construction with SS shaft
- Helical gears for quiet operation
- Self-lubricating carbon bearings
- O-ring seal for max. leak protection
- The pump drive shaft is connected to the motor shaf...
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Hypro Pumps
Bronze Gear pump 1HP
GMBN3VA43
$1,483.72Rotary Gear pump 3/8". 303 SS fasteners, Ryton gears.
Adjustable relief valve designed for internal pressure relief, can be ported for either internal or external discharge. Do not operate the relief valve for more than one minute.
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