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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MP Pumps
Honda Stainless Self Priming Flomax 8
36764
$6,077.50Honda Electric Start w/ Stainless Steel self priming pump.Stainless Steel Flomax 8 pump with Honda engine are self-priming pumps, pipe size 2" NPT. Gas Engine Driven w/ 5 HP Honda. 316SS gas semi-trash pumps.
Standard features include a 2″ NPT ...
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FM 15 w/ engine
34623
$2,880.63Flomax 15 are self-priming pumps, pipe size 3" NPT. Gas Engine Driven Pump w/ 8HP Honda with recoil start. see flow curve for 3600 RPM -
Pacer Pumps
SE2UL E5IC Selfpriming Pump
58-12BUL-E5
$1,997.55Selfpriming Pump Electric start.Centrifugal Horizontal Mechanical Sealed Pump (Self-Priming) Pacer series S with Briggs gasoline engine. Great pump for removing water from basements, ditches, swimming pools or anywhere a large volume of water...
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Darley Pumps
Portable Fire Pumps 64HP
HE 64RP Hercules
$25,010.61Darley Fire Pump has always been a leader in portable fire pump design. Includes metal frame, control panel, aluminum alloy pump casing.The High-Volume Fire Pump is easy-starting, portable.
Features
- Rotax 582: Liquid-cooled, 64 HP, 2 cycle wit...
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Flomax 15 Pump 11HP engine
34616
$5,500.00Flomax 15 are self-priming pumps, pipe size 3" NPT. Gas Engine Driven Pump w/ 11 HP Honda with electric start. see flow curve for 3600 RPM.The FLOMAXï½® series of pumps are commonly used in Industrial, OEM, Agricultural and Marine applications, ...
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Flomax 15 HP pump Honda Engine
33971
$6,512.50Flomax 15 Self-Priming Pump (3" NPT, Honda GX340, Electric Start)
The Flomax 15 is a rugged, self-priming pump with a 3" NPT pipe size, powered by a reliable 13 HP Honda GX340 gas engine with electric start. Designed for tough field use, this pum...
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Stainless Steel Gas Powered Pump Electric Start
FM15-13SS
$10,277.50FM15SS Stainless Steel Flomax 15 are self-priming pumps, pipe size 3" NPT. Gas Engine Driven Pump w/ GX Honda with electric start. see flow curve for 3600 RPM. Honda gas engine GX with electric start. Use with tanker unloading transfer of DEF / ex...
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Darley Pumps
Portable Fire Pumps 13 HP Two-Stage
AK306
$4,050.00Portable Fire Pump 9HP with electric start.
If you've ever been in the market for a portable fire pump then you probably experienced the frustration of finding just the right pump that meets your performance requirements as well as your budget. T...
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Flomax 15 Pump End Only
21372
$1,850.00Flomax 15 PPK are self-priming pumps, pipe size 3" NPT. Gas Engine Driven Pump End Only PEO for use with a 1" diameter crankshaft. For mounting to a gas engine. Also available in pedestal mount or for NEMA JM motor mounts. See other models. see fl...
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AMT Pumps
Portable Gas Driven Utility Pump
4222-95
$839.384222-95 has Briggs Stratton engine. OBSOLETE due to engine. Cast iron Utility pump 9600GPH for use in construction, irrigation, fire fighting & general dewatering, & herbicides. 4 HP Briggs & Stratton engine. 3 Qt. gas tank will allow for up to...OBSOLETE due to engine, call or email for alternative assistance. Parts still available. Learn More
