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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MP Pumps
FloMax 8 Pump w/ Motor
28398-4
$4,681.25Flomax 8 316SS Pumps are self-priming pumps, pipe size 2" NPT. Electric Motor Driven Pump using a Close-Coupled electric Motor-3 HP3HP 230/460v Learn More -
Pacer Pumps
SE2EB D2.0C Self priming pump
58-12E2-D2.0C
$1,464.87Pacer 2hp Pump Electric motor pump. Self priming pump close coupled to a TEFC 230 / 460 3 phase electric motor. Self priming FRP plastic resists abrasive particles, good for most water transfer applications. See Curve "E"
Often uses on liquid de-...
2HP 230/460v Learn More -
General Pump
EZ 44 3plex 9.9hp Hollow Shaft
EZ3030G34
$1,218.00EZ 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. Max. Inlet Vacuum: Flooded... -
Oberdorfer Pumps
N991 Bronze gear pump PEO
N991-32
$538.20Bronze gear pump . 3/8" 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.Gear pu...
NO motor 3/8" Learn More -
Berkeley Pumps
SS Shallow Well Jet Pump
10SJH11C
$1,768.00Stainless steel shallow well jet pumps are heavy-duty, durable, corrosion resistant, high pressure and offer efficient non-stop operation for years. Manufactured to the highest performance specification, offering unsurpassed value. Ideal for we...
1HP Learn More -
Pacer Pumps
SE2EL D2.0C Self priming pump
58-12E2L-D2.0C
$999.35Pacer Pump Electric motor pump. Self priming pump close coupled to a TEFC 230 / 460 3 phase electric motor. Self priming FRP plastic resists abrasive particles, good for most water transfer applications.Often uses on liquid de-icing and pre-wet ...
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AMT Pumps
Engine Driven Hi-Pressure Pump
4787-95
$1,234.63Self-priming high Pressure pump for lawn sprinkling, agricultural spraying, dewatering, fire fighting, emergency water supply & pressure boosting. 2 stage, cast iron diffusers & stainless steel closed impellers for high efficiency. Includes heavy-...
B&S CP650 2STG 1-1/2" - OBSOLETE, call or email for alternative assistance. Parts still available. Learn More -
AMT Pumps
Stainless Self Priming Solids Pump
2767-98
25% Off Special Price $1,809.71 Regular Price $2,412.94This 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...230v/1 3 HP Learn More -
Pacer Pumps
SE2EL C3.0C
58-12E4 C3.0C
$1,706.60S pump close coupled to a TEFC 115 / 230 /1 phase electric motor. Self priming FRP plastic resists abrasive particles, good for most water, mild chemical, de-icing, Ag transfer applications.3HP 115/230v Learn More -
Hypro Pumps
316 Stainless Steel Gear pump
GMSV6C7T
$1,959.63Rotary Gear pump with motor. 316 Stainless construction, Ryton gears.
Gear pumps are positive displacement pumps. Each shaft revolution displaces a definite amount of liquid relatively unaffected by the back pressure in the discharge line. Shaft...
3HP 230V TEFC Learn More
