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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Berkeley Pumps
B4ZPKS Centrifugal Self-Priming Pump
B54636
Berkeley Type B, Self Priming pumps are built for continuous dependable performance and ease of repair. High lift designs allow suction lifts up to 25 feet at sea level. Ideal for transfer applications, standby fire protection, dewatering and i...
10HP 230/460v Learn More -
Berkeley Pumps
B8GPBM Centrifugal Pump
B51798
The Berkeley B8GPBM Centrifugal Pump B51798 (B51798) is a heavy-duty centrifugal water pump built for reliable high-volume transfer in irrigation, agricultural, and municipal water systems. Featuring 25HP 230/460V, Flows to 3000 GPM, this pump del...
25HP 230/460v Learn More -
MP Pumps
PETROLEUM 8
35639
$5,936.25Petroleum 8 self-priming centrifugal pumps are capable of creating vacuum sufficient to lift liquids from heights up to 25 feet above the source. To handle many different fuels, the Petroleum 8 is available in three distinct models: PO, PG ...
35643 Learn More -
MP Pumps
FM 10 w/ 5HP Motor
24389
$4,685.00Flomax® 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 heights...
Cast Iron 5HP 230/3phase 2" Learn More -
MP Pumps
FM40 w/ 25HP
FM40-25
$19,936.25FLOMAX® 40 self-priming centrifugal pumps are capable of creating vacuum sufficient to lift liquids from heights up to 25 feet above the source. Once primed, the pump's built in flapper valve will maintain a full column of liquid in the suction ...25HP Learn More -
MP Pumps
2CT Trash Pump
44092
$5,775.002CT Jaeger Trash Pumps, self-priming, cast iron. Pumpak for close-coupled electric motor drive provided separately.The Model 2CT is a 2" x 2" Self Priming Trash Pump which can be close coupled. This unit has cast iron construction with a ducti...
5hp, 3ph Learn More -
Oberdorfer Pumps
Marine AC Cooling Water Pump
300BP-F57
$2,200.38Bronze self priming pump with 1/3 hp motor. Mounts to a NEMA 56J motor with a threaded shaft. Self priming / suction lift to 20 feet. (15 ft without a foot or check valve)Bronze models with Monel shaft sleeve - Ideal for marine service ( air con...
1/3HP 230/460v Bronze Learn More -
Graymills Pumps
Vertical CI Centrifugal Pump & Mtr
SG2F 1/8
$996.50The SG series are gear pumps specially designed for high pressure applications. These pumps are recommended for use with liquids that have some lubricating qualities and are relatively free of abrasives and scale. These pumps mount vertically and... -
Graymills Pumps
Vertical CI Centrifugal Pump & Mtr
SG4F 1/4
$1,065.69The SG series are gear pumps specially designed for high pressure applications. These pumps are recommended for use with liquids that have some lubricating qualities and are relatively free of abrasives and scale. These pumps mount vertically and... -
Graymills Pumps
Vertical CI Centrifugal Pump & Mtr
SG4F 1/2
$1,104.44The SG series are gear pumps specially designed for high pressure applications. These pumps are recommended for use with liquids that have some lubricating qualities and are relatively free of abrasives and scale. These pumps mount vertically and...
