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
Selfprime pump
276C-95
15% Off Special Price $1,177.68 Regular Price $1,385.50Self-priming 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 of handling up to 3/8" diameter...
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MP Pumps
FloMax 10 Pump w/ Motor
22722
$4,687.50Cast 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 230/460v Learn More -
MP Pumps
FM 15 w/ motor
22728
$5,100.00Flomax 15 are self-priming pumps, pipe size 3" NPT. Electric Motor Driven Pump using Close-Coupled Cast Iron Electric Motor-7.5 HP
Anyone who has ever owned or maintained a pool will tell you that every pool needs a good filter system to keep it ...
7.5HP 230/460v TEFC Learn More -
MP Pumps
2CT-3HS Trash Pump w/ motor
44203
$6,612.502CT Jaeger Trash Pumps, self-priming, cast iron. Close-coupled TEFC electric motor drive provided.The Model 2CT is a 3" x 3" Self Priming Trash Pump which is close coupled. This unit has cast iron construction with a ductile 5.63" iron impell...
10HP 230/460v TEFC Learn More -
AMT Pumps
Sprinkler Booster Pump 1.5HP
379J-95
$1,116.69AMT 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 valve to in...
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Oberdorfer Pumps
N992R Gear Pump & Mtr
N992R-C82
$2,103.5324vDC gear pump and motor. Pump housings and gears are made of top quality bronze; shafts are from stainless steel 303. Bearings are designed of high performance carbon-graphite material selected for wear resistance and long service life. Inclu...1/4HP 24vDC Learn More -
AMT Pumps
4 Self-Priming Stainless Steel pump
6211-98
$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...
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AMT Pumps
Sprinkler Booster pump
3656-95
23% Off Special Price $1,808.88 Regular Price $2,349.19AMT Sprinkler Booster pumps, electric, 7.5hp
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 v...
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AMT Pumps
Self Priming Pump Bronze
3894-97
23% Off Special Price $1,492.26 Regular Price $1,938.00AMT Self-Priming Bronze Centrifugal pumps are designed for a wide range of applications including chemical processes, waste water treatment and pumping agriculture fertilizers/fumigants. All models are equipped with TEFC (Totally Enclosed Fan C...230/460v 2HP Learn More -
AMT Pumps
Electric Trash pump 3HP
316B-95
20% Off Special Price $1,416.10 Regular Price $1,770.13Electric 3HP motor 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 Stainless steel self-cleanin...
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