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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MP Pumps
FloMax 8 PumpPk Stainless Steel
28398
$3,787.50Flomax 8 316SS Pumps are self-priming pumps, pipe size 2" NPT. Electric Motor Driven Pump kit, no motor . Does not include 2" flange adapters. Purchase separately 2" 125LB companion flanges in material of choice.
NO motor included. Pump kit for ...
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AMT Pumps
Stainless Steel self priming Centrifugal
276A-98
23% Off Special Price $2,076.41 Regular Price $2,696.63Stainless Steel self priming Centrifugal 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 ...230v 3HP TEFC Learn More -
Munro Pumps
Sprinkler pump
MULP150B-Sic
$1,170.00Residential self-priming pump. Easy Service Design Economical Construction.Motors are wired for 230v (high) as standard. To use on 115v (low) follow motor name plate wiring diagram. Motors are Lincoln brand. Pump rotation is CCW from pump-en...
1-1/2HP 115/230v SiC Learn More -
Munro Pumps
Sprinkler pump
MULP200B-SiC
$1,189.00Residential self-priming pump. Easy Service Design Economical Construction.Motors are wired for 230v (high) as standard. Motors are Lincoln brand. Pump rotation is CCW from pump-end. Click here for an alternate pump
2HP 115/230v SiC seal Learn More -
Darley Pumps
Portable Fire Pumps 18 HP
1.5AGE18BS
$7,265.00W.S. Darley & Co. has always been a leader in portable fire pump design. The High-Volume Fire Pump is easy-starting, portable, and lightweight.
Features
- Engine: Briggs & Stratton I/C 18 HP Twin Cylinder, with integral fuel pump, 42.33 cu. inch d...
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MP Pumps
FM 8 w/ Motor
26552
$1,987.50Cast Iron Flomax 8 FM8 are self-priming pumps, pipe size 2" NPT. Electric Motor Driven Pump using a Close-Coupled Electric Motor-1.5 HP 230/460v1.5HP 230/460v CI Learn More -
MP Pumps
FM 8 w/ Motor
22845
$5,950.00Flomax 8 are self-priming Cast Iron pumps, pipe size 2" NPT. Electric Motor Driven Pump using a Coupled Electric Motor 5 HP 230/1phase5HP 230v/1 Cast Iron Learn More -
AMT Pumps
Portable Gas Driven AG Utility Pump
4222-V5
23% Off Special Price $670.86 Regular Price $871.25Portable Gas AG utility pump
4222-V5 has a Briggs Stratton engine. Obsolete due to engine brand. Cast iron Utility pump 9600GPH for use in AG, construction, irrigation, fire fighting & general dewatering, herbicides. FKM fitted for Ag chemicals, ...
Briggs & Stratton 525 FKM Learn More -
Gorman-Rupp Pumps
Explosion Proof Self Priming Centrifugal Pump
2D3-X2-1P
$5,001.002D3-X2-1P
This line of Gorman-Rupp Explosion Proof, 02D3-X2-1PSelf-priming Centrifugal pumps is designed for use in hazardous environments and/or for handling flammable liquids. 1-1/4", 1-1/2" and 2" NPT port sizes available with single and 3-pha...
230v/1 2HP Learn More -
Tsurumi
Gas Engine Trash Pump
EPT3-50RX
$1,827.00Tsurumi Heavy-duty Honda gas engine Trash Pump with oil sensor deliver high power from a compact, reliable design. Durable Rolled-Steel frame provides pump/engine with maximum protection, perfect ease of handling or transport, and safe operatio...
