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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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.
- Rugged Cast Iron Case and Motor ...
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Myers Pumps
Self prime CI pump 1.5 hp
QP15B-3
$1,838.00Quick 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...
1-1/2HP 230/460v Learn More -
Myers Pumps
Self prime CI pump 1hp
QP10B-3
$1,493.00Quick 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...
1 HP 230/460v Learn More -
Myers Pumps
Self prime CI pump 2 hp
QP20-3
$2,860.00Quick 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...
2HP 230/460v Learn More -
AMT Pumps
SS Self priming pump AMT
2825-98
23% Off Special Price $1,496.35 Regular Price $1,943.31This 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 of...
115/230v 3/4HP ODP Learn More -
Myers Pumps
Self prime CI pump 3 hp
QP30-3
$3,404.00Quick 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
Agricultural Portable Gas Driven Pump
4225-V5
$1,057.19Agricultural 2" Dewatering pump has FKM seals and Honda OHC engine. Cast iron pump 9600GPH for use in AG alachlor herbicides, construction, irrigation, fire fighting & general dewatering, spraying herbicides. 5 HP Honda GC160. 1.8 Qt. gas tank wil...
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AMT Pumps
Dredge Pump - Pedestal
316F-99
23% Off Special Price $1,206.74 Regular Price $1,567.19No engine, Pedestal 3/4" keyed shaft for customer mount driver.- High Chromium Stainless Steel Internal Components Resist Wear from Sea Water Mixed with Abrasive Sand
- Silicon Carbide Mechanical Seal Resists Abrasives and Extends Seal Life
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Pedestal Mount w/ 3/4" Keyed Shaft Learn More -
Berkeley Pumps
B8GPBM Centrifugal Pump
B54232
The Berkeley B8GPBM Centrifugal Pump B54232 (B54232) is a heavy-duty centrifugal water pump built for reliable high-volume transfer in irrigation, agricultural, and municipal water systems. Featuring 50HP 230/460V, Flows to 3000 GPM, this pump del...
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Berkeley Pumps
B8GPBM Centrifugal Pump
B56000
The Berkeley B8GPBM Centrifugal Pump B56000 (B56000) is a heavy-duty centrifugal water pump built for reliable high-volume transfer in irrigation, agricultural, and municipal water systems. Featuring 75HP 230/460V, Flows to 3000 GPM, this pump del...
75HP 230/460v Learn More
