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
Thermoplastic pump kit
382A-K9
$366.56AMT Plastic General Purpose pumps Kit. The various models are designed to cover a wide array of applications including Ag, fertilizer, lawn care, dewatering, irrigation, solids handling, etc. All units are portable. Pumps are designed for use w...Pump Kit Learn More -
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Portable Gas Driven Utility Pump
4222-95
$839.384222-95 has Briggs Stratton engine. OBSOLETE due to engine. Cast iron Utility pump 9600GPH for use in construction, irrigation, fire fighting & general dewatering, & herbicides. 4 HP Briggs & Stratton engine. 3 Qt. gas tank will allow for up to...OBSOLETE due to engine, call or email for alternative assistance. Parts still available. Learn More -
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Dewatering Pedestal Pump
3826-99
23% Off Special Price $444.24 Regular Price $576.94AMT Self-Priming Solids Handling Pedestal pumps are designed for direct or belt drive. Specific units are available in Cast Aluminum, Cast Iron or Thermoplastic construction material. Easy cleanout design by removing casing bolts, permits removal ...
AMT Self-Priming Solids Handling Pedestal pumps are designed for direct or belt drive. Specific units are available in Cast Aluminum, Cast Iron or Thermoplastic construction material. Learn More -
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Portable Gas Engine water Pump
3824-99
Call For PriceWater pump with Briggs Stratton gas engine 4-cycle. Discontinued, See Honda engine version 382A-99 or PACER S Pumps. Utility pump 8460 GPH for use in construction, irrigation, washdown, fire fighting & general dewatering, Calcium and magnesium chl...
OBSOLETE , call or email for alternative assistance. Parts still available. Learn More -
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Thermoplastic pump 8460GPH Honda
382A-99
20% Off Special Price $778.60 Regular Price $973.25The AMT 382A-99 combines a 5 HP Honda GC160 engine with a lightweight, corrosion-resistant thermoplastic pump body engineered for up to 138 GPM (8,280 GPH) and 88 ft of head. Its 1.8-quart fuel tank supports about 60 minutes of continuous runtime,...
5HP Honda GX160 - OBSOLETE, call or email for alternative assistance. Parts still available. Learn More -
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Pedestal Pump 316SS
2761-99
23% Off Special Price $1,542.16 Regular Price $2,002.81316SS AMT Self-Priming Centrifugal Pedestal PTO 2" pumps are designed for a wide range of industrial, agricultural and commercial applications. Heavy duty cast iron construction. Pumps are fitted with a self-cleaning, semi-open impeller and are co...
316SS AMT Self-Priming Centrifugal Pedestal pumps are designed for a wide range of industrial, agricultural and commercial applications. 2" Learn More -
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Solids Handling Pedestal Pump
3160-99
25% Off Special Price $549.05 Regular Price $732.06AMT Self-Priming Solids Handling Pedestal pumps are designed for direct or belt drive. Specific units are available in Cast Aluminum, Cast Iron or Thermoplastic construction material. Easy cleanout design by removing casing bolts, permits removal ...
AMT Self-Priming Solids Handling Pedestal pumps are designed for direct or belt drive. Learn More
