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
1-1/2" Self Prime Centrifugal pump Stainless
3894-98
25% Off Special Price $1,718.86 Regular Price $2,291.81AMT Self-Priming Stainless Steel Centrifugal pumps are designed for a wide range of applications including chemical processes, waste water treatment and pumping agriculture fertilizers/fumigants. All models are equipped with TEFC (Totally Enclo...230/460v 2HP Learn More -
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Centrifugal Pedestal Pump
2820-99
25% Off Special Price $1,374.61 Regular Price $1,832.81AMT Self-Priming Centrifugal Pedestal 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 coupled to a he...
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Gas Hi-Pressure Fire Pump
4789-95
23% Off Special Price $1,524.17 Regular Price $1,979.44Gas Engine Driven Hi-Pressure Fire Pump ON SALE.
Self-priming high Pressure pump for lawn sprinkling, Agricultural spraying, fire fighting, pile driving, emergency water supply & pressure boosting. 2 stage, cast iron diffusers & Stainless Steel c...
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Centrifugal Pedestal Pump
2820-98
23% Off Special Price $1,411.26 Regular Price $1,832.81AMT 316SS Self-Priming Centrifugal Pedestal 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 couple...OBSOLETE, call or email for alternative assistance. Parts still available. Learn More -
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Solids Handling Pedestal Pump
3161-99
23% Off Special Price $400.48 Regular Price $520.10AMT 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 ...
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Self Prime bronze pump
3893-97
15% Off Special Price $1,592.21 Regular Price $1,873.19AMT Self-Priming Bronze Centrifugal pumps are designed for a wide range of applications including chemical processes, waste water treatment and pumping agriculture fertilizers/fumigants. All models are equipped with TEFC (Totally Enclosed Fan C...230/460v 1-1/2HP Learn More -
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Bronze Inline Pump
388H-97
25% Off Special Price $759.42 Regular Price $1,012.56Bronze Centrifugal pumps are designed for use with swimming pools, hot tubs and salt water. All models are U.L. Listed 1081. NOTE: Strainer baskets must be ordered separately. All models are fitted with self-cleaning bronze impellers. Units fe...1HP 115/230v Learn More -
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1-1/2" Pedestal Self Priming pump SS
3899-98
20% Off Special Price $1,569.95 Regular Price $1,962.44Self-Priming SS Centrifugal pumps pedestal mount (NO MOTOR) are designed for a wide range of applications including chemical processes, waste water treatment and pumping agriculture fertilizers / fumigants, biodiesel production. Stainless Steel...2HP Pedestal, NO MOTOR Learn More -
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AMT Pump self prime 316SS
3891-98
$2,223.81316SS AMT Pump. Self Priming Stainless steel Centrifugal pump designed for a wide range of applications including chemical processes, waste water treatment and pumping agriculture fertilizers/fumigants. All models are equipped with TEFC (Totally E...
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