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
4 Self-Priming Stainless Steel pump
6210-98
$10,625.00Self-Priming Stainless Steel pump 10HP.
4 Self-Priming Stainless Steel pump. A robust Stainless Steel SS Centrifugal self priming pump designed for a broad range of high capacity applications, including dewatering, waste pits, liquid transfer, ci...
10HP 230/460v Learn More -
AMT Pumps
3 Self-Priming Stainless Steel pump
6202-98
$6,882.88Self-Priming Stainless Steel pump.
3" SS self priming electric motor pump. A robust Stainless Steel SS Centrifugal self priming pump designed for a broad range of high capacity applications, including dewatering, waste pits, liquid transfer, circ...
7.5HP 230v/460 Learn More -
MP Pumps
FM 10 w/ 5HP Motor
28604
$6,012.50Flomax® 10 are self-priming pumps, pipe size 2" NPT. Electric Motor Driven Pump using TEFC Electric Motor 5 HP. Includes base plate.
FLOMAX® 10 self-priming centrifugal pumps are capable of creating vacuum sufficient to lift liquids from height...
Cast Iron FM10 5HP 230/1phase 2" Learn More -
MP Pumps
316SS Self prime pump FMX100
39467
$1,650.00The patented ; FMX100 self-priming centrifugal pump is constructed of 316 SS for superior corrosion resistance and compatibility with most fluid types. A carbon / ceramic / FKM mechanical seal is standard. With a maximum flow of over 55 GPM and pr...
230v/460v 3/4HP TENV Learn More -
Pacer Pumps
SE11/2ABL-G.5C Self priming pump
58-11A3-G.5C
$1,209.23Pacer S pump close coupled to a TEFC 115/230v 1 phase electric motor. Self priming pump, FRP plastic resists abrasive particles, good for most water transfer applications, fountains, irrigation. Pacer pumps are made in the USA. Pacer pump has b...1/2hp, 115.230v Learn More -
MP Pumps
FloMax 10 Pump w/ Motor
22779
$6,950.00Cast Iron Flomax 10 are self-priming pumps, pipe size 2" NPT. Electric Motor Driven Pump using Close-Coupled Cast Iron Electric Motor-7.5 HP7.5HP 230 1phase Learn More -
Hypro Pumps
Cast Iron Gear pump 1/4"
GMCV2VA33T
$1,123.00Rotary Cast Iron Gear pump 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 than o...
3/4HP 230/460v TEFC 1/4" Learn More -
Pacer Pumps
NSF Water Pump
IPW2WL-D3.0C
$2,515.00NSF Sanitary potable water & Food Grade electric pump.
Self-Priming SS Centrifugal Pumps, Pump casing is made of 304 stainless steel. Internal parts are glass reinforced polypropylene. All pumps include a built-in check valve.
These pumps are st...
3HP 230/460v/3 Stainless 2" Learn More -
Oberdorfer Pumps
Bronze Rotary Gear Pump 1"
N990H-T47
$6,037.631" Close coupled bronze rotary gear pump with motor. 1.5HP
- Bronze Construction with SS shaft
- Helical gears for quiet operation
- Self-lubricating carbon bearings
- O-ring seal for max. leak protection
- The pump drive shaft is connected to the mo...
1-1/2HP 115/230v 1" Learn More -
MP Pumps
FM30 Pump Electric motor
34838
$9,700.00Flomax 30 are self-priming pumps, pipe size 3" NPT. Close coupled Electric motor. Used for irrigation, water transfer.20HP 230/460v Learn More
