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 2HP
379E-95
23% Off Special Price $891.76 Regular Price $1,158.132HPSprinkler/Booster pumps by AMT 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...
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SS Centrifugal Pump
429K-98
25% Off Special Price $1,056.66 Regular Price $1,408.88AMT 316 Stainless Steel Electric Self Priming pumps
are designed to handle liquids and chemicals with specific gravities to 1.6. The pumps are particularly well suited to applications involving perchloroethylene (PCE) and are recommended for use ...
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SS Centrifugal Pump
429L-98
23% Off Special Price $1,145.38 Regular Price $1,487.50AMT 316 SS Transfer pumps are designed to handle liquids and chemicals with specific gravities to 1.6. The pumps are particularly well suited to applications involving perchloroethylene (PCE) and are recommended for use with nonflammable liqui...230/460v 1HP Learn More -
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Stainless steel Pump
3893-98
20% Off Special Price $1,779.05 Regular Price $2,223.81AMT 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 Enc...230/460v 1-1/2HP Learn More -
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3" CI Self-Prime pump
2875-95
23% Off Special Price $1,893.96 Regular Price $2,459.69AMT self-priming pumps are designed for a broad range of high capacity applications. The Centerline discharge is specifically designed to prevent vapor binding and makes for more convenient piping connections.Self-cleaning semi-open stainless...
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3" Self-Prime Pump
2876-95
15% Off Special Price $2,252.40 Regular Price $2,649.88AMT 7-1/2HP self-priming pump.
Designed for a broad range of high capacity solids handling semi-trash applications. The Centerline discharge is specifically designed to prevent vapor binding and makes for more convenient piping connections. Heavy...
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3" Solids Handling Self-Prime Pump
2874-95
$2,149.44Self priming Solids Handling self-priming pumps are designed for a broad range of high capacity applications. The Center-line discharge is specifically designed to prevent vapor binding and makes for more convenient piping connections.Self-cl...
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Electric 4" Trash pump 15HP
399D-95
$4,937.44Electric Trash Pump – 4”
Durable, Efficient, and Designed for Solid-Laden LiquidsThe AMT 399D-95 Electric Trash Pump is engineered for reliable, trouble-free operation in demanding environments. With robust construction and advanced features,...
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Sprinkler Booster 1HP
379F-95
$1,028.501HP 3-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...
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Electric Trash pump 5HP
393A-95
23% Off Special Price $2,006.86 Regular Price $2,606.315HP Electric trash pump. AMT Cast Iron 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 Stainles...
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