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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Griswold Pumps
Sprinkler Pump
5JMS
$5,519.10Water sprinkler pump. Designed for applications where moderate amounts of dirt and debris might be in the water. The semi-open cast iron impeller is designed to handle this abrasive material better than an enclosed impeller. This impeller can eas... -
Griswold Pumps
Irrigation Pump
75JMT ODP
$5,315.55Designed for applications where moderate amounts of dirt and debris might be in the water. The semi-open cast iron impeller is designed to handle this abrasive material better than an enclosed impeller. This impeller can easily be re-adjusted aft... -
Riverside
Homelite Trash pump 3" TP3B
L1537Z
$1,860.00Riverside Trash Pump
The Riverside L1537Z Trash Pump is built to handle water mixed with solids like sticks, stones, mud, sand, and gravel. Originally branded as Homelite, these pumps are now produced under the Riverside name, retaining their du...
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AMT Pumps
3 Self-Priming Stainless Steel pump
6200-98
$8,500.00Self-Priming Stainless Steel pump.
3" SS self priming electric motor pump. A robust Stainless Steel SS Centrifugal self priming pump designed for a broad range of high capacity applications, including dewatering, waste pits, liquid transfer, circ...
5HP 230v/1 Learn More -
Griswold Pumps
CI SP pump 15HP
15HLT TEFC
$4,658.00Heavy duty work horse. Sturdy cast iron design with bronze impeller engineered for years of trouble free irrigation service. High head series.15HP 230/460v Learn More -
AMT Pumps
3" CI Self-Prime pump
2875-95
23% Off Special Price $1,893.96 Regular Price $2,459.69AMT self-priming pumps are designed for a broad range of high capacity applications. The Centerline discharge is specifically designed to prevent vapor binding and makes for more convenient piping connections.Self-cleaning semi-open stainless...
5HP 230/460v Learn More -
AMT Pumps
3" Self-Prime Pump
2876-95
15% Off Special Price $2,252.40 Regular Price $2,649.88AMT 7-1/2HP self-priming pump.
Designed for a broad range of high capacity solids handling semi-trash applications. The Centerline discharge is specifically designed to prevent vapor binding and makes for more convenient piping connections. Heavy...
7.5HP 230/460v Learn More -
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 -
AMT Pumps
3" CI Self-Prime electric pump 300 GPM
2878-95
10% Off Special Price $3,087.73 Regular Price $3,430.81AMT 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-cleaning semi-open impeller...
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AMT Pumps
3" Trash Pump Electric start Honda
3944-96
$4,182.40OBSOLETE, call or email for alternative assistance. Parts still available. Learn More
