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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Berkeley Pumps
Sprinkler High Pressure SSHM-2
B82456
Sprinkler pump Irrigation pump High pressure pump. 4-STAGE
The Berkeley SSHM-2 Self-Priming Pump B82456 consistently delivers high pressure performance without priming problems and delays. 4 stage sprinkler pump. Designed for minimal electrical c...
Irrigation Pump 2HP 230v/1 4-Stage Learn More -
Berkeley Pumps
B2XPKS Electric Self-Priming Pump
B51501
The Berkeley B2XPKS Electric Self-Priming Pump B51501 (B51501) is a self-priming centrifugal pump engineered to handle suction lifts and entrained air without manual priming, saving time on setup and re-priming after shutdown. With 3HP Single Phas...
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Griswold Pumps
Sprinkler Pump
5JMS
$5,519.10Water sprinkler pump. Designed for applications where moderate amounts of dirt and debris might be in the water. The semi-open cast iron impeller is designed to handle this abrasive material better than an enclosed impeller. This impeller can eas... -
Griswold Pumps
Irrigation Pump
10JMS ODP
$8,599.00Irrigation sprinkler pumps for commercial duty. Designed for Irrigation applications where moderate amounts of dirt and debris might be in the water. The semi-open cast iron impeller is designed to handle this abrasive material better than an enc... -
Sta-Rite
Irrigation Pump 2-1/2HP
DHHG-53L
Irrigation Pump Fountain Pumps. Sta-Rite - DHHG-53L Irrigation pump: Irrigation Pump 230v. High Head Self-priming centrifugal pump for irrigation, fire protection, marine and liquid transfer, water reclaim and water-tank delivery systems.. Cast ir...
2-1/2HP 230v /1 Learn More -
AMT Pumps
3" CI Self-Prime pump Dewatering
2879-95
15% Off Special Price $3,351.50 Regular Price $3,942.94Cast Iron CI AMT self-priming pumps are heavy duty dewatering pumps 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 connec...7.5HP 230v/1 Learn More -
Munro Pumps
Irrigation pump 3hp
MULP300B
$3,357.00Irrigation pump. LP300B Easy Service Design, Professional Standards with pricing homeowners appreciate.
Best value / performance in a 3 HP irrigation pump size from any manufacturer. Perfect irrigation / sprinkler pump demanding self priming and ...
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AMT Pumps
Self Priming 2" Electric Pump
2767-95
15% Off Special Price $1,097.30 Regular Price $1,290.94Electric 3hp solids handling pumps is self priming and designed for Industrial and Commercial applications requiring high volume liquid transfer, waste water drainage and processing. These CI pumps feature self-cleaning clog resistant impeller ...230v/1 3HP ODP 2" Learn More -
Griswold Pumps
Griswold Self Prime pump
10HLS ODP
$8,865.00Griswold Self Prime pump is a heavy duty work horse. Sturdy cast iron design with bronze impeller engineered for years of trouble free irrigation service.10HP 230/1 Learn More -
AMT Pumps
Stainless Self Priming Solids Pump
2767-98
25% Off Special Price $1,809.71 Regular Price $2,412.94This 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...230v/1 3 HP Learn More
