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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Pacer Pumps
SE2RL-E950
58-12R4 E950
$716.45Centrifugal Horizontal Mechanical Sealed Pump (Self-Priming) Centrifugal Horizontal Mechanical Sealed Pump (Self-Priming) Pacer series with gasoline engine. Great pump for removing water from basements, ditches, swimming pools, fire fighters camp ...
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General Pump
EZ 44 3plex 14.2hp Hollow Shaft
EZ3045G
$1,192.26EZ 44 G Triplex Plunger Pump with Hollow Shaft, Flanged for Direct Couple to Gasoline Engines (SAE J609B) - Forged brass manifold with an exclusive lifetime warranty. Flanged for mounting on up to 13 horsepower engines.- Solid ceramic plunger des...
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AMT Pumps
Self-Priming CI Centrifugal 7500GPH
2763-95
25% Off Special Price $912.42 Regular Price $1,216.56Self-priming Centrifugal 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 t...230/460v 2HP ODP Learn More -
MP Pumps
Flomax 15 Pump Pedestal
21381
$2,175.00Pedestal Mount Flomax 15 are self-priming pumps, pipe size 3" NPT. Frame or pedestal mount for use with standard motors. See other models for other mounts, or driver options. see flow curve for 3600 RPM. Note that with the optional impeller tr... -
AMT Pumps
Trash Pump 3" Pedestal Frame Mount
3S5XP
20% Off Special Price $1,064.50 Regular Price $1,330.62Trash Pump 3" Pedestal Frame Mount. 3" Aluminum trash pump with cast iron impeller and wearplate. FKM seals for AG chemicals. Picture shows the engine mounted model for ref. only. Made in USA, no trash from China. Be aware of other pumps which ...FKM seals PTO drive Learn More -
PumpBiz
6" Diesel Trash Pump
TP-150/DZ/T
$30,323.706" Diesel Trash Pump is designed for applications requiring high volume flow and solid debris handling capabilities. Diesel engine Deutz 3FL2011. Pump is constructed of heavy duty class 30 Cast-iron with volute for wear resistance and durabilit...
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AMT Pumps
CI Centrifugal Self Priming 4,689 GPH
2825-95
23% Off Special Price $694.59 Regular Price $902.06This line of AMT Self-priming Centrifugal 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...
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Pacer Pumps
SE2UB-E5ICP
58-12U2 E5ICP
$645.15Centrifugal Horizontal Mechanical Sealed Pump (Self-Priming)Centrifugal Horizontal Mechanical Sealed Pump (Self-Priming)Pacer series with gasoline engine. Great pump for removing water from basements, ditches, swimming pools or anywhere a larg... -
AMT Pumps
Centrifugal Pedestal Pump Self prime
2760-99
20% Off Special Price $618.80 Regular Price $773.50Self-Priming Centrifugal Pedestal Frame mounted pumps are designed for a wide range of industrial, agricultural and commercial applications. Heavy duty cast iron construction. Pumps are fitted with a self-cleaning, semi-open impeller and are coupl...
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Berkeley Pumps
Self Priming Pump
B82375
Self Priming pumps w/ optional hydraulic drive 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 water trucks, transfer applications, standby fire protec...B4ZRKS Opt. Hydraulic Learn More
