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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March Pumps
Self prime Magdrive
SP-TE-7P-MD 1PH 1HP
20% Off Special Price $1,588.80 Regular Price $1,986.00March pump 7 self-priming magdrive totally enclosed pumps are the "workhorses" or the March product line. Ceramic spindle is standard. Contact us for additional materials, port sizes, or motors. Old 0155-0187-0100
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Darley Pumps
Portable Fire Pumps 5.5 HP Single Stage
AK302
Call For PriceAK302 fire pump. If you've ever been in the market for a portable fire pump then you probably experienced the frustration of finding just the right pump that meets your performance requirements as well as your budget. The Darley Davey pumps, also ...
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Myers Pumps
Myers sprinkler pump
QP10-3 Quick Prime
$1,548.00Myers sprinkler pump. Quick Prime self-priming pumps are designed to supply large quantities of water for long periods. QPs are ideal for lawn sprinkler systems, car washes and other high volume cleaning and maintenance applications.
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All-Flo Pumps
Stainless Steel Air Operated Diaphragm Pump
A150-N33-SS3E-B70
$7,914.95Stainless Steel AODD Pump 1 1/2". Lube-free air valve, Non-stalling, No vent holes for corrosive fumes to get into, All plastic air system are corrosion resistant. Non-electrical. Models available in PP, PVDF, Nylon, Conductive Nylon, Al and 31...Santo Diaphragm Learn More -
All-Flo Pumps
Stainless Steel Air Operated Double Diaphragm Pump
SB-15
$4,283.40Stainless Steel AODD Pump 1 1/2". Lube-free air valve, Non-stalling, No vent holes for corrosive fumes to get into, All plastic air system are corrosion resistant. Non-electrical. Models available in PP, PVDF, Nylon, Conductive Nylon, Al and 316S... -
Myers Pumps
Self prime CI pump .75hp
QP7-3
$1,415.00Quick Prime self-priming pumps are designed to supply large quantities of water for long periods. QPs are ideal for lawn sprinkler systems, car washes and other high volume cleaning and maintenance applications.- Rugged Cast Iron Case and Mot...
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AMT Pumps
Sprinkler Booster pump 3480GPH
3791-95
20% Off Special Price $738.65 Regular Price $923.31Lawn Sprinkler Booster pumps feature 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 model feature a built-in check valve to insure fast p...
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Myers Pumps
Self prime CI pump 1.5 hp
QP15-3
$1,648.00Quick Prime self-priming pumps are designed to supply large quantities of water for long periods. QPs are ideal for lawn sprinkler systems, car washes and other high volume cleaning and maintenance applications.
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March Pumps
Self prime Magdrive
SP-TE-7K-MD 1PH 1HP
20% Off Special Price $2,184.00 Regular Price $2,730.00March 7 self-priming Kynar magdrive totally enclosed pumps are the "workhorses" or the March product line. Ceramic spindle is standard. Contact us for additional materials, port sizes, or motors. Old 0155-0188-0100- Applications:
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All-Flo Pumps
Stainless Steel Air Operated Double Diaphragm Pump
A150-F33-TT3T-B70
$9,458.88Stainless Steel AODD Pump 1 1/2". Lube-free air valve, Non-stalling, No vent holes for corrosive fumes to get into, All plastic air system are corrosion resistant. Non-electrical. Models available in PP, PVDF, Nylon, Conductive Nylon, Al and 31...
