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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All-Flo Pumps
Diaphragm Pump Air
A300-NAA-VVYV-B30
$10,017.15Diaphragm Pump Air. Aluminum AODD Pump 3". Lube-free air valve, Non-stalling, No vent holes for corrosive fumes to get into, All plastic air system are corrosion resistant. Non-electrical. Diaphragm Pump Air Models available in PP, PVDF, Nylon,...Aluminum FKM 3" Learn More -
Pacer Pumps
SE3SL-E6VCP Pacer 3" Water Pump
P-58-13S4 E6VCP
$1,110.90Pacer 3" Water Pump 16,800GPH. Self-Priming dewatering pump. Pacer series with Briggs & Stratton CP650 OHV gasoline engine, commercial grade with 2yr warranty. Great pump for removing water from basements, ditches, swimming pools or anywhere a ...6.5 HP Learn More -
Gorman-Rupp Pumps
3" Engine Driven Trash Pump
13D1-GX270
23% Off Special Price $5,627.16 Regular Price $7,308.00Gorman-Rupp Engine Driven Trash pump
Designed for applications which require high flow efficiency and solid handling capability. Pumps are constructed of heavy duty sand cast aluminum components featuring replaceable ductile iron impellers and st...
Honda 8 Learn More -
MP Pumps
2CT-3HS Trash Pump w/ motor
44193
$6,612.502CT Jaeger Trash Pumps, self-priming, cast iron. Close-coupled TEFC electric motor drive provided.
The Model 2CT is a 3" x 3" Self Priming Trash Pump which is close coupled. This unit has cast iron construction with a ductile iron impeller, 304 s...
3" 7.5HP 230/460v TEFC Learn More -
MP Pumps
2CT-3HS Trash Pump PEO
44188
$4,037.502CT Jaeger Trash Pumps, self-priming, cast iron. For Close-coupled electric motor drive with frame size 213/5TC.The Model 2CT is a 3" x 3" Self Priming Trash Pump which is close coupled. This unit has cast iron construction with a ductile iro...
Electric motor mount Learn More -
MP Pumps
FM30 Pump w/ 18HP Engine
39143
$10,350.00Flomax 30 are self-priming pumps, pipe size 3" NPT. FM30 Pump with single seal and 18HP Briggs & Stratton engine. Use for irrigation, dewatering, tank filling, bilge, HDD, pilings and other large water transfer or construction applications. Pump i...
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MP Pumps
FM 15 w/ motor
22784
$6,162.50Flomax 15 are self-priming pumps, pipe size 3" NPT. Electric Motor Driven Pump using Long-Coupled Cast Iron Electric Motor-10 HP.Standard features include stainless steel drive sleeve, stainless steel fasteners, renewable wear plate, and a semi-o...Cast Iron 10Hp, 3phase Learn More -
Darley Pumps
Portable Fire Pumps 10 HP
2BE10YDN
$20,458.402BE 10YDN Diesel Fire pump
W.S. Darley & Co. has always been a leader in portable pump design. The High-Volume Fire Pump is easy-starting, portable, and Exhaust primer. Recoil rope start, Fuel pump. Includes roll cage, pressure gauge, marinizatio...
Navy P100 spec Learn More -
MP Pumps
FM30 Pump w/ no engine
33212
$4,337.50Flomax 30 are self-priming pumps, pipe size 3" NPT. Pump End Only single seal for mounting to Gasoline engine with a 1" diameter shaft. Engine supplied separately.6.75" impeller Learn More -
Pacer Pumps
Pacer Trash Pump Ped. Mnt.
58-73M8 P3
$1,488.10Pacer Trash pump Self-priming, tough but light weight 3" Trash pump, Pedestal Mounted for long coupled motor or belt drive. Industrial cast iron bearing pedestal with ball bearings and solid 1.125" Stainless Steel shaft. Pump casing is made or ...Frame mount, no motor Learn More
