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
Sprinkler Booster pump
3656-95
23% Off Special Price $1,808.88 Regular Price $2,349.19AMT Sprinkler Booster pumps, electric, 7.5hp
Investment Cast 316 SS closed impellers for high efficiency and resistance against erosion caused by abrasive particles. All models self-prime to 20 feet. Single stage models feature a built-in check v...
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AMT Pumps
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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MP Pumps
FM 8 w/ Engine
21323
$1,358.50Flomax 8 are self-priming pumps, pipe size 2" NPT. Gas Engine Driven w/ 3.5 HP B&S. These heavy duty dewatering and transfer pumps are constructed of all cast iron. Used by farmers, contractors and others wanting a dependable centrifugal pump whi...3.5HP Briggs Cast Iron Learn More -
PumpBiz
Pressure Hand Pump
WP2
$128.00Reliable Hand Pump for Wells, Springs, Cisterns, and Remote Water Access The PumpBiz WP2 (Oasis Pump) is a lightweight, durable hand-lift pump designed for wells, cisterns, springs, buried tanks, rivers, and streams where the maximum lift is 28 t... -
Pacer Pumps
SE2IL HYC Hydraulic
58-12I4 HYC
$1,064.44Hydraulic motor drive self priming pump.
Centrifugal Horizontal Mechanical Sealed Pump (Self-Priming) Pacer 'S' series with hydraulic (or Pneumatic air) MOTOR. Great pump for removing water from bilge, ditches, swimming pools or anywhere a large ...
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Munro Pumps
Irrigation pump 1hp
MULP100B
$1,517.00Irrigation pump 1HP. LP100B
Munro sprinkler pump. Residential self-priming pump. LP075B Easy service desing. Professional construction. Designed specifically for turf irrigation, this self-priming pump provides outstanding performance to horsepow...
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AMT Pumps
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 -
AMT Pumps
Electric Trash pump 3HP
316B-95
20% Off Special Price $1,416.10 Regular Price $1,770.13Electric 3HP motor 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 Stainless steel self-cleanin...
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Pacer Pumps
ISE2GL HYC hydraulic drive
58-52G4 HYC
$2,102.20Self priming hydraulic drive water pump. 304 SS external and fasteners with Polyester internals, fitted with a carbon/ceramic faced shaft seal. Unit mounted on a metal base plate. Hydraulic motor is close coupled. Hydraulic motor allows for eas...Hydraulic Learn More -
Gorman-Rupp Pumps
2" Gas Powered Trash Pump
2S5XLR
$1,145.38Gas Powered Trash pump 2"
AMT pump with LCT engine 208CC (AR Not available since Briggs went out of business, parts are available) is designed for applications which require high flow efficiency and solid handling capability. Briggs engine trash ...
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