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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Myers Pumps
Myers Convertable Jet Pump
HJ50S
$1,554.00Myers HJ Series is one of the most popular pump series in the market today. The HJ Series is known for its superior performance and dependability in home, farm, business and industrial applications around the world..- Rugged Cast Iron Case an...
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Darley Pumps
Portable Fire Pumps 5.5 HP Single Stage
AK302
Call For PriceAK302 fire pump. If you've ever been in the market for a portable fire pump then you probably experienced the frustration of finding just the right pump that meets your performance requirements as well as your budget. The Darley Davey pumps, also ...
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MP Pumps
FM 8 w/ Motor
22845
$5,950.00Flomax 8 are self-priming Cast Iron pumps, pipe size 2" NPT. Electric Motor Driven Pump using a Coupled Electric Motor 5 HP 230/1phase5HP 230v/1 Cast Iron Learn More -
All-Flo Pumps
Conductive Nylon AODD Pump
CN-025B
$513.15Although the air powered pump eliminates ignition from electrical motors and internal combustion engines when pumping flammable fluids there is still the possibility of static electrical charge build up on the outside of the pump. All-flo now p... -
AMT Pumps
Portable Gas Driven AG Utility Pump
4222-V5
23% Off Special Price $670.86 Regular Price $871.25Portable Gas AG utility pump
4222-V5 has a Briggs Stratton engine. Obsolete due to engine brand. Cast iron Utility pump 9600GPH for use in AG, construction, irrigation, fire fighting & general dewatering, herbicides. FKM fitted for Ag chemicals, ...
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Myers Pumps
Myers sprinkler pump
QP10-3 Quick Prime
$1,548.00Myers sprinkler pump. Quick Prime self-priming pumps are designed to supply large quantities of water for long periods. QPs are ideal for lawn sprinkler systems, car washes and other high volume cleaning and maintenance applications.
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Gorman-Rupp Pumps
Explosion Proof Self Priming Centrifugal Pump
2D3-X2-1P
$5,001.002D3-X2-1P
This line of Gorman-Rupp Explosion Proof, 02D3-X2-1PSelf-priming Centrifugal pumps is designed for use in hazardous environments and/or for handling flammable liquids. 1-1/4", 1-1/2" and 2" NPT port sizes available with single and 3-pha...
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All-Flo Pumps
Stainless Steel Air Operated Double Diaphragm Pump
651017
$3,021.57Stainless Steel AODD Pump 1". Lube-free air valve, Non-stalling, No vent holes for corrosive fumes to get into, All plastic air system are corrosion resistant. Non-electrical. Models available in PP, PVDF, Nylon, Conductive Nylon, Al and 316SS fro...
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All-Flo Pumps
Stainless Steel Air Operated Diaphragm Pump
A150-N33-SS3E-B70
$7,914.95Stainless Steel AODD Pump 1 1/2". Lube-free air valve, Non-stalling, No vent holes for corrosive fumes to get into, All plastic air system are corrosion resistant. Non-electrical. Models available in PP, PVDF, Nylon, Conductive Nylon, Al and 31...Santo Diaphragm Learn More -
Tsurumi
Gas Engine Trash Pump
EPT3-50RX
$1,827.00Tsurumi Heavy-duty Honda gas engine Trash Pump with oil sensor deliver high power from a compact, reliable design. Durable Rolled-Steel frame provides pump/engine with maximum protection, perfect ease of handling or transport, and safe operatio...
