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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General Pump
T 69 Triplex Plunger 7.4hp
T41
$2,691.20T Series 69 Triplex Plunger Pump, Solid Shaft--The industry's choice for high-flow applications. Ball bearings and over sized connecting rods for maximum life.- Forged brass manifold with an exclusive lifetime warranty
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All-Flo Pumps
PVDF Air Operated Double Diaphragm Pump
KN-5
$1,971.59PVDF AODD Pump 1/2". All-Flo diaphragm pump has Lube-free air valve, Non-stalling, No vent holes for corrosive fumes to get into. A050-SPK-TTKT-S70 Kynar pneumatic pump. All plastic air system are corrosion resistant. For pumping aggressive chemic...
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All-Flo Pumps
PVDF Air Operated Double Diaphragm Pump
KN-5E
$1,759.44PVDF air operated double diaphragm pump. AODD Pump 1/2". All-Flo 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,...
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Oberdorfer Pumps
N992 Pump & Mtr.
N992S5Q-J97
$1,480.05Bronze rotary gear pump with electric motor. Pump housings and gears are made of top quality bronze; shafts are from stainless steel 303. Bearings are designed of high performance carbon-graphite material selected for wear resistance and long s...230/460v 1/2HP FKM Learn More -
All-Flo Pumps
PVDF Air Operated Double Diaphragm Pump w/drum adapter kit
A025-SQK-TTKT-Y70
$891.00PVDF AODD Pump 1/4". 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 316SS from .25”... -
Oberdorfer Pumps
Chemical Gear pump PEO
S2101BCB-C1
$2,282.28Highly Engineered Chemical Helical Gear pump designed to handle highly corrosive liquids that must be pumped under pressure. Pump End Only with close coupled mtr adapter. Its rugged, three-section, thru-bolt construction provides ease of servicin... -
Hypro Pumps
Cast Iron Gear pump 1/4"
GMCV2VA3
$1,230.00Rotary Cast Iron Gear pump end. 303 SS fasteners, steel gears.
Adjustable relief valve designed for internal pressure relief, can be ported for either internal or external discharge. Do not operate the relief valve for more than one minute.
Hypr...
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Oberdorfer Pumps
Chemical Gear pump PEO
S2101BCJ-C1
$3,021.88Highly Engineered Chemical Helical Gear pump designed to handle highly corrosive liquids that must be pumped under pressure. Pump End Only with close coupled mtr adapter. Its rugged, three-section, thru-bolt construction provides ease of servicin... -
Hypro Pumps
Cast Iron Gear pump PEO
GMCV3VA
$899.00Rotary Cast Iron Gear pump end. 303 SS fasteners, steel gears.
Adjustable relief valve designed for internal pressure relief, can be ported for either internal or external discharge. Do not operate the relief valve for more than one minute.
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All-Flo Pumps
PVDF Air Operated Double Diaphragm Pump w/drum adapter kit
A025-SQK-STKE-Y70
$782.10PVDF AODD Pump 1/4". 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 316SS from .25”...
