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
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 -
Pacer Pumps
SE2FL CSS Pedestal pump
58-12F4 P
$729.56Pump S with Pedestal.
Great pump for removing water from bilge or anywhere a large volume of water needs to be removed and spraying water from tankers. Also good for irrigation, water truck, fish farms ect. Structural plastic FRP is light weight ...
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AMT Pumps
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...
5HP 230/460v ODP Learn More -
AMT Pumps
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...
230/460v 3HP TEFC Learn More -
MP Pumps
FloMax 10 Pump w/ Motor
22722
$4,687.50Cast Iron Flomax 10 are self-priming pumps, pipe size 2" NPT. Electric Motor Driven Pump using Close-Coupled Cast Iron Electric Motor-7.5 HP7.5HP 230/460v Learn More -
Pacer Pumps
SE2FBL HYC Hydraulic pump
58-12F3 HYC
$1,064.44Pump S with HYDRAULIC MOTOR.
Great pump for removing water from bilge or anywhere a large volume of water needs to be removed and spraying water from tankers. Also good for irrigation, water truck, fish farms ect. Structural plastic FRP is light ...
Hydraulic Drive 2" Learn More -
AMT Pumps
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... -
Gorman-Rupp Pumps
2" Honda Powered Trash Pump
2S5XHR
25% Off Special Price $1,407.29 Regular Price $1,876.38Honda 2" Engine Powered Trash pump by AMT
is designed for applications which require high flow efficiency and solid handling capability. Honda engine trash pumps are constructed of heavy duty sand cast aluminum components featuring replaceable du...
Honda Water Trash pump Learn More -
AMT Pumps
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...
Briggs 6.5HP - OBSOLETE, call or email for alternative assistance. Parts still available. Learn More -
AMT Pumps
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...
