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
CI self prime pump 10HP
MU10MS
$13,660.00Self-priming high-head & high flow pump. Single phase, 10 hp, 230vac,Heavy duty work horse. Sturdy cast iron design with bronze impeller, engineered for years of trouble free irrigation service. MU1OMS
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AMT Pumps
Bronze Inline Centrifugal
388k-97
20% Off Special Price $714.00 Regular Price $892.50Bronze Centrifugal pumps are designed for use with swimming pools, hot tubs and spas. All models are U.L. Listed 1081. Features a two speed (3450 / 1725 rpm) motor. All models are fitted with self-cleaning bronze impellers. Units feature pull-f...2HP 230v Learn More -
MP Pumps
FM 15 Stainless Steel w/ motor
37960
$10,662.50Flomax 15 Stainless Steel pumps are self-priming pumps, pipe size 3" NPT. Electric Motor Pump using Close-Coupled Cast SS pump, close coupled Electric- 5 HP. Trimmed impeller 5.5 inch. See flow curve for same.
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Munro Pumps
Sprinkler pump 7.5hp Medium Head
MU75MS
$13,215.00Sprinkler pump 7.5hp Medium Head. Self-priming high-head & high flow pump turf pumps. These pumps are used extensively by golf course, water parks, sod farms, and other constant duty applications. Single phase, 7.5 hp, 230vac,Heavy duty work ...
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Munro Pumps
Irrigation Pump
MULP3005B
$4,843.00Irrigation Pump 5HP 230v
Munro 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 ...
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MP Pumps
FM5 Flomax Pump w/ 3HP
22872
$4,312.50Flomax 5 are self-priming pumps, pipe size 1.5" NPT. Electric Motor Driven Pump using a Long-Coupled Cast Iron Electric Motor-3 HP. Seawater Sampling -
AMT Pumps
Sprinkler/Booster 3HP
379D-95
25% Off Special Price $1,002.47 Regular Price $1,336.63AMT 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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Flotec Pumps
2hp Cast Iron Sprinkler Pump
FP5252
$1,396.00Cast iron sprinkler pumps are built tough for even the most demanding sprinkler jobs. Heavy-duty A.O. Smith motors deliver suction lift to 25' which is 5' higher than the ordinary plastic models. Strong enough to manage large sprinkler zones wi... -
Flotec Pumps
2HP Sprinkler Pump
FP5182
$1,018.00Sprinkler pump 2HP by Flotec.Corrosion-resistant, self-priming sprinkler pumps are constructed of rugged, heavy-duty fiberglass-reinforced thermoplastic. Capable of operating up to 30 sprinkler heads. Self-priming design permits use on automa...
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Graymills Pumps
Vertical CI Centrifugal Pump & Mtr
SG1B 1/25
$750.21The 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...
