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
Two Stage Sprinkler Booster pump
4786-95
$1,749.943HP 3P Sprinkler Booster pumps feature 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 valve to...
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AMT Pumps
Self-Priming Centrifugal 6,000 GPH
2822-95
25% Off Special Price $750.66 Regular Price $1,000.88This line of AMT 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...230/460v 1-1/2HP ODP Learn More -
AMT Pumps
SS Centrifugal
2822-98
25% Off Special Price $1,551.52 Regular Price $2,068.69This line of AMT 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...230/460v 1-1/2HP ODP Learn More -
AMT Pumps
Self-Priming Cast Iron Centrifugal Pumps
282L-95
25% Off Special Price $837.52 Regular Price $1,116.69Self-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 of handling up t...230/460v 2HP ODP Learn More -
AMT Pumps
Stainless Steel Self-Priming Centrifugal Pump
282L-98
20% Off Special Price $1,855.55 Regular Price $2,319.44Self-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 of handling up t...230/460v 2HP ODP Learn More -
AMT Pumps
Two Stage Sprinkler Booster 2HP
4785-95
$1,285.633 Phase AMT Sprinkler Booster pumps feature 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 val...
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MP Pumps
FM5 Bronze pump
26646
$4,612.50Bronze pump with electric motor for marine and ship board service. Flomax 5 are self-priming pumps, pipe size 1.5" NPT. Pump with standard 56C motor.FLOMAX® 5 self priming centrifugal pumps are capable of creating vacuum sufficient to lift liqu...1.5HP 230/460v Learn More
