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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Electric Trash pump 5HP
393A-95
23% Off Special Price $2,006.86 Regular Price $2,606.315HP Electric trash pump. AMT Cast Iron Trash pumps are designed for a trouble free and economical handling of solid-laden liquids and slurries. Pumps are available in three NPT port sizes; 2", 3" and 4". Cast iron construction with 2 vane Stainles...
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Solids Handling Electric Pump CI Centrifugal
276D-95
$1,272.88Solids Handling Electric Pump Self-priming pump is designed for Industrial and Commercial applications requiring high volume liquid transfer, waste water drainage and processing. These 2" pumps feature self-cleaning clog resistant impeller capa...2HP 230/460v TEFC Learn More -
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Sprinkler Booster pump
3655-95
25% Off Special Price $1,618.46 Regular Price $2,157.94Sprinkler pump 5HP Booster pumps feature Investment Cast 316 SS closed impellers for high efficiency and resistance against erosion caused by abrasive particles. Sprinkler pumps self-prime to 20 feet. Single stage feature a built-in check valve to...
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Selfprime pump
276C-95
15% Off Special Price $1,177.68 Regular Price $1,385.50Self-priming 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 of handling up to 3/8" diameter...
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2" Diaphragm Trash Pump KIT
338G-K6
$3,007.94Mud pump. Pump KIT only, NO Engine. AMT 2" Diaphragm pumps features 2-stage, 44 to 1 gear reduction with a large diameter output gear and heavy duty ball bearing construction. Often referred to as Mud pumps, mudhog or Sludge pumps, diaphragm pu... -
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2" Engine-Driven Trash Pump
3930-95
23% Off Special Price $899.12 Regular Price $1,167.692" Trash Pump for Sale. The AMT line of Engine Driven Trash pumps is designed for applications which require high flow efficiency and solids handling capability. Pumps are constructed of heavy duty sand cast components featuring removable/replacea...
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2" Diaphragm Trash Pump KIT
336G-K6
23% Off Special Price $1,758.97 Regular Price $2,284.38Mud pump. Pump KIT only, NO Engine. AMT 2" Diaphragm pumps features 2-stage, 44 to 1 gear reduction with a large diameter output gear and heavy duty ball bearing construction. Often referred to as Mud pumps, mudhog or Sludge pumps, diaphragm pu... -
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Sprinkler Booster pump
3656-95
23% Off Special Price $1,808.88 Regular Price $2,349.19AMT Sprinkler Booster pumps, electric, 7.5hp
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2" Engine Trash Pump
3932-95
23% Off Special Price $1,538.89 Regular Price $1,998.56AMT line of Engine Driven Trash pumps is designed for applications which require high flow efficiency and solids handling capability. Pumps are constructed of heavy duty sand cast components featuring removable/replaceable Cast Iron volutes, impel...
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Honda Engine Pump 9,000 GPH
3168-95
20% Off Special Price $918.85 Regular Price $1,148.56Honda engine pump. Solids handling pumps feature Honda GC160 Overhead Cam engines that offer high quality and value. These pumps are constructed of heavy duty cast iron components. The various models are designed to cover a wide array of applica...2" semi-trash SiC Honda GX160 - OBSOLETE, call or email for alternative assistance. Parts still available. Learn More
