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
3" Solids Handling Self-Prime Pump
2874-95
$2,149.44Self priming Solids Handling self-priming pumps are designed for a broad range of high capacity applications. The Center-line discharge is specifically designed to prevent vapor binding and makes for more convenient piping connections.Self-cl...
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3" CI Self-Prime electric pump 300 GPM
2878-95
10% Off Special Price $3,087.73 Regular Price $3,430.81AMT self-priming pumps are designed for a broad range of high capacity applications. The Center line discharge is specifically designed to prevent vapor binding and makes for more convenient piping connections.Self-cleaning semi-open impeller...
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Flotec Pumps
Stainless Steel Sprinkler Utility Pump
2825SS-01
$666.00Features:- Stainless Steel Pump Housing
- Continuous duty rated 1 HP, 115 Volt motor , 3,450 RPM
- Permanently lubricated Bearings mean no maintenance problems
- Completely portable; pump mounted on stand with handle
- Factory installed 6' power cord wit...
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AMT Pumps
Electric 4" Trash pump 15HP
399D-95
$4,937.44Electric Trash Pump – 4”
Durable, Efficient, and Designed for Solid-Laden LiquidsThe AMT 399D-95 Electric Trash Pump is engineered for reliable, trouble-free operation in demanding environments. With robust construction and advanced features,...
230/460v 3P Replaces 399C-95 Learn More -
Pacer Pumps
SE3LB D5.0C
58-13L2-D5.0C
$1,830.803" S pump close coupled to a TEFC 3P electric motor. Self priming FRP polyester plastic resists abrasive particles, good for most water, salt water, waste water, mild acids and bases transfer applications. Widely used to transfer and spray de-icin...
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Electric Trash pump 7.5HP 1P
394H-95
23% Off Special Price $3,615.30 Regular Price $4,695.19Electric Trash pump Single Phase motor. AMT IPT 394B-95 (former) Cast Iron Sewage Trash pumps are designed for a trouble free and economical handling of solid-laden liquids and slurries. Pumps are available in three NPT port sizes; 2", 3" and 4". ...
230V/1 16,800 GPH, 3" Learn More -
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CI Trash pump 10HP 1P
394K-95
25% Off Special Price $4,270.46 Regular Price $5,693.94Electric Water Trash pump, Single Phase Trash Pump & motor. AMT Cast Iron Sewage Trash pumps are designed for a trouble free and economical handling of solid-laden liquids and slurries. Pumps are available in three NPT port sizes; 2", 3" and 4". C...
230v 1phase 21,900 GPH Replaces 394F-95 Learn More -
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Sprinkler Booster 1HP
379F-95
$1,028.501HP 3-phase AMT Sprinkler Booster pumps feature Investment Cast 316 SS closed impellers for high efficiency and resistance against erosion caused by abrasive particles. All models self-prime to 20 feet. Single stage models feature a built-in check...
1 HP 230/460v TEFC Learn More -
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Electric Trash pump 5HP
393A-95
23% Off Special Price $2,006.86 Regular Price $2,606.315HP Electric trash pump. AMT Cast Iron Trash pumps are designed for a trouble free and economical handling of solid-laden liquids and slurries. Pumps are available in three NPT port sizes; 2", 3" and 4". Cast iron construction with 2 vane Stainles...
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AMT Pumps
Solids Handling Electric Pump CI Centrifugal
276D-95
$1,272.88Solids Handling Electric Pump Self-priming pump is designed for Industrial and Commercial applications requiring high volume liquid transfer, waste water drainage and processing. These 2" pumps feature self-cleaning clog resistant impeller capa...2HP 230/460v TEFC Learn More
