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
Thermoplastic pump kit
382A-K9
$366.56AMT Plastic General Purpose pumps Kit. The various models are designed to cover a wide array of applications including Ag, fertilizer, lawn care, dewatering, irrigation, solids handling, etc. All units are portable. Pumps are designed for use w...Pump Kit Learn More -
MP Pumps
FM5 Bronze pump
26646
$4,612.50Bronze pump with electric motor for marine and ship board service. Flomax 5 are self-priming pumps, pipe size 1.5" NPT. Pump with standard 56C motor.FLOMAX® 5 self priming centrifugal pumps are capable of creating vacuum sufficient to lift liqu...1.5HP 230/460v Learn More -
Berkeley Pumps
B4ZPKS Centrifugal Self-Priming Pump
B54636
Berkeley Type B, Self Priming pumps are built for continuous dependable performance and ease of repair. High lift designs allow suction lifts up to 25 feet at sea level. Ideal for transfer applications, standby fire protection, dewatering and i...
10HP 230/460v Learn More -
Berkeley Pumps
B8GPBM Centrifugal Pump
B51798
The Berkeley B8GPBM Centrifugal Pump B51798 (B51798) is a heavy-duty centrifugal water pump built for reliable high-volume transfer in irrigation, agricultural, and municipal water systems. Featuring 25HP 230/460V, Flows to 3000 GPM, this pump del...
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Wayne
1/2 HP Portable Electric Utility Pump
PC4
$300.01Model PC4 can be used to pump water from flooded basements, empty boats, drain stock tanks or water lawns and gardens, bathing washing your dog. It can also be used to boost line pressure like a hydro surge by as much as 40PSI for power washing...115v Learn More -
MP Pumps
2CT Trash Pump
44092
$5,775.002CT Jaeger Trash Pumps, self-priming, cast iron. Pumpak for close-coupled electric motor drive provided separately.The Model 2CT is a 2" x 2" Self Priming Trash Pump which can be close coupled. This unit has cast iron construction with a ducti...
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Oberdorfer Pumps
Bronze Marine pump AC
300B-01F26
$2,448.81Bronze marine pump. Pump for boat air conditioning cooling water. Self priming pump with 1/3 hp motor. Mounts to a NEMA 56J motor with a threaded shaft. Shaft sleeve is Monel for maximum corrosion resistance in Salt water. Self priming / suctio...115v 1/3HP Learn More -
Flotec Pumps
1.5HP Sprinkler Pump
FP5172
$828.00Sprinkler pump.Corrosion-resistant, self-priming sprinkler pumps are constructed of rugged, heavy-duty fiberglass-reinforced thermoplastic. Capable of operating up to 30 sprinkler heads. Self-priming design permits use on automatic sprinkling...
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Myers Pumps
Self prime pump
QP10B
$1,926.00Quick 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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Flotec Pumps
1HP Sprinkler Pump
FP5162
$791.00Sprinkler pump. Corrosion-resistant, self-priming sprinkler pumps are constructed of rugged, heavy-duty fiberglass-reinforced thermoplastic. Capable of operating up to 30 sprinkler heads. Self-priming design permits use on automatic sprinkling ...115/230v Learn More
