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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Munro Pumps
Sprinkler pump 1.5hp
MULP150B
$1,685.00Munro sprinkler pump. Residential self-priming pump. LP075B Easy service desing. Professional construction. Designed specifically for turf irrigation, this self-priming pump provides outstanding performance to horsepower ratio. Our LP Series is tr...
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Sta-Rite
1Hp Sprinkler pump
DHE-50L
Sta-rite Sprinkler pump has some of the fastest priming sprinkler pumps on the market. Feature leak-proof mechanical seals, easy service design, heavy-duty motors, rugged construction.- Applications:
- Lawn Sprinkling… operate from 1 to 30 or...
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Sta-Rite
1hp jet pump
HMSE-1FL
FEATURESAutomatic Pressure Regulator –Faster-acting and quieter, design eliminates “hunting” for correct drive pressure. New improved stem and guide are precisely molded to assure efficient, trouble-free performance on all deep wells. See or...
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Oberdorfer Pumps
Bronze Rotary Gear Pump w/ motor
N990H-N26
$2,276.30Oberdorfer Close coupled bronze rotary gear pumps.- 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 motor shaft by ...
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Oberdorfer Pumps
Bronze Rotary Gear Pump w/ motor
N990J-T47
$3,624.13Oberdorfer Close coupled bronze rotary gear pumps.
- 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 motor shaf...
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Sta-Rite
1 1/2hp jet pump
HMSF-1FL
Sta-rite water pump. Sprinkler Irrigation pump or water well pump. FEATURESAutomatic Pressure Regulator –Faster-acting and quieter, design eliminates “hunting” for correct drive pressure. New improved stem and guide are precisely molded to assur...
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Sta-Rite
CI Shallow well Pump 3/4
FND (7FN)
25% Off Special Price $782.25 Regular Price $1,043.00Cast Iron shallow well jet pump. 3/4 HP. Often also used on commercial vessels like tug boats for showers / kitchen grey water.
- Superior performance at depths to water of 25' or less.
- Rugged, heavy-duty cast iron pump housing.
- Ready-to-instal...
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Sta-Rite
Shallow Jet pump
PND-10
Shallow well jet pump 3/4HP
FRP (Polypro) engineering plastic pump is corrosion and abrasion resistant. Built in jet is corrosion resistant Noryl nozzle and venturi. UL/CSA listed A.O. Smith motor with thermal overload. 3/4HP. Pressure switch set...
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Sta-Rite
1/2HP Shallow Jet pump
PNC-10
1/2HP Shallow Jet pump, water well / sprinkler
FRP (Polypro) engineering plastic pump is corrosion and abrasion resistant. Built in jet is corrosion resistant Noryl nozzle and venturi. UL/CSA listed A.O. Smith motor with thermal overload. 1/2HP. ...
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EBARA Pumps
Stainless Steel Jet Pump NSF
JEU8067D1C
20% Off Special Price $1,012.00 Regular Price $1,265.00EBARA Pro Steel JEU Jet Pump series is designed for dependable performance and rugged continuous duty service. When duty requirements demand material conformance for corrosion resistance, Pro Steel is the choice. This versatile and reliable pump i...
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