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
Sprinkler Pump CI pump 2 hp
QP20
$2,181.00Quick Prime self-priming pumps by Myers 2HP
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. Also used on water cu...
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Myers Pumps
Self prime CI pump 3 hp
QP30
$3,716.00Quick 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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Myers Pumps
Self prime CI pump 5hp Irrigation
QP50B
$5,395.00Quick Prime self-priming pumps are designed to supply large quantities of water for long periods. QP50B-3
QPs are ideal for lawn sprinkler systems, car washes and other high volume cleaning and maintenance applications. Home and property electric...
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Griswold Pumps
CI Irrigation pump
75HHS
$9,424.00Irrigation Pump, heavy duty, electric.
7.5HP Griswold pump is a heavy duty work horse water pump. Sturdy cast iron design with bronze impeller engineered for years of trouble free irrigation or pond and fountain service. Self-priming means no foo...
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Sta-Rite
2HP Sprinkler Pump
DMG-41L
Sta-rite Medium Head Self-priming centrifugal pump for sprinkler irrigation, fire protection, marine and liquid transfer. Cast iron construction with Bronze enclosed impeller. Includes drain port. Order suction port separately as a accessory.230v Learn More -
Sta-Rite
5HP Sprinkler Pump Medium Head
DMJ-172
5HP Sta-rite Medium Head Self-priming centrifugal pump, electric
for sprinkler irrigation, fire protection, marine and liquid transfer. Cast iron construction with Bronze enclosed impeller. Includes drain port. Order suction port separately as a ...
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Hypro Pumps
Cast Iron Gear pump
GMCV6VC7
$1,111.00Rotary Cast Iron Gear pump 1" with electric motor. 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 ...
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Webtrol
Stainless Steel Dewatering Pump
FC4020-17-3
$8,344.92The Webtrol Stainless Steel Series Centrifugal Pumps are designed for dependability, performance and rugged continuous duty service under the most severe conditions. These pumps are guaranteed tough, engineered for the professional and built f...2HP 230V ODP Learn More
