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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316SS Self prime pump FMX100
39467
$1,650.00The patented ; FMX100 self-priming centrifugal pump is constructed of 316 SS for superior corrosion resistance and compatibility with most fluid types. A carbon / ceramic / FKM mechanical seal is standard. With a maximum flow of over 55 GPM and pr...
230v/460v 3/4HP TENV Learn More -
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FM30 Pump Electric motor
34838
$9,700.00Flomax 30 are self-priming pumps, pipe size 3" NPT. Close coupled Electric motor. Used for irrigation, water transfer.20HP 230/460v Learn More -
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FM8 SS Self Priming Pump w/ Motor
38333
$5,212.50FM8 Flomax 8 stainless steel pumps are self-priming pumps, pipe size 2" NPT. Electric Motor Driven Pump using a Close-Coupled Electric Motor 3HP.The FLOMAX® series of pumps are commonly used in Industrial, OEM, Agricultural and Marine applicatio...3HP 230/460v SS Learn More -
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FloMax 10 Pump w/ Motor
22722
$4,687.50Cast Iron Flomax 10 are self-priming pumps, pipe size 2" NPT. Electric Motor Driven Pump using Close-Coupled Cast Iron Electric Motor-7.5 HP7.5HP 230/460v Learn More -
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FM 15 w/ motor
22728
$5,100.00Flomax 15 are self-priming pumps, pipe size 3" NPT. Electric Motor Driven Pump using Close-Coupled Cast Iron Electric Motor-7.5 HP
Anyone who has ever owned or maintained a pool will tell you that every pool needs a good filter system to keep it ...
7.5HP 230/460v TEFC Learn More -
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2CT-3HS Trash Pump w/ motor
44203
$6,612.502CT Jaeger Trash Pumps, self-priming, cast iron. Close-coupled TEFC electric motor drive provided.The Model 2CT is a 3" x 3" Self Priming Trash Pump which is close coupled. This unit has cast iron construction with a ductile 5.63" iron impell...
10HP 230/460v TEFC Learn More -
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FM 15 w/ motor
26557
$4,812.50Flomax 15 are self-priming pumps, pipe size 3" NPT. Electric Motor Driven Pump using Close-Coupled Cast Iron Electric Motor-7.5 HP7.5HP, 3ph Learn More -
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FM5 Pump w/ 2HP Motor
26300
$2,312.50Flomax 5 are self-priming pumps, pipe size 1.5" NPT. Electric Motor Driven Pump using a Close-Coupled Cast Iron Electric Motor-2 HP2HP 230/460v Learn More -
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FM5 Pump w/ 3HP
26301
$2,150.00Flomax 5 are self-priming pumps, pipe size 1.5" NPT. Electric Motor Driven Pump using a Close-Coupled Cast Iron Electric Motor-3 HP -
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FM 8 w/ Motor
22849
$4,625.00Flomax 8 are self-priming Cast Iron pumps, pipe size 2" NPT. Electric Motor Driven Pump using a Coupled Electric Motor-5 HP5HP 230/460v Cast Iron Learn More
