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
Trash Pump Electric 7.5HP
58-73M8 P3 58-0117A
$5,126.70T series long coupled Trash Pump Electric. Self-priming, corrosion resistant Trash pump, long coupled TEFC motor driven. Industrial Open Drip Proof electric motor driven. Pump casing is made or rugged glass reinforced polyester, SS fasteners, ...TE3MBB 7.5HP TEFC 230/460v Learn More -
Gorman-Rupp Pumps
Explosion Proof Self Priming Pump
2D3-X2-3P
$5,138.25This line of Gorman-Rupp Explosion Proof, Self-priming 2D3-X2-3P 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-phase motors 1...
230/460v/3 2HP Learn More -
All-Flo Pumps
Stainless Steel Air Operated Double Diaphragm Pump
SB-15
$4,283.40Stainless 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 316S... -
Myers Pumps
Self prime CI pump .75hp
QP7-3
$1,415.00Quick 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.- Rugged Cast Iron Case and Mot...
3/4HP 230/460 Learn More -
MP Pumps
Stainless Steel FM 8 w/ 2HP Motor
33818
$5,175.00Flomax 8 are self-priming pumps, pipe size 2" NPT. Electric Motor Driven Pump using a Close-Coupled SS -
MP Pumps
FM30 Pump w/ no engine
33156
$6,200.00Flomax 30 are self-priming pumps, pipe size 3" NPT. Pump End Only double seal for mounting to Gasoline engine with a 1.13" diameter shaft. Engine supplied separately.Cast Iron Engine mount Learn More -
AMT Pumps
Sprinkler Booster pump 3480GPH
3791-95
20% Off Special Price $738.65 Regular Price $923.31Lawn Sprinkler Booster pumps feature 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 model feature a built-in check valve to insure fast p...
1HP 115/230v ODP Learn More -
Myers Pumps
Self prime CI pump 1.5 hp
QP15-3
$1,648.00Quick 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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230/460v 1-1/2HP Learn More -
March Pumps
Self prime Magdrive
SP-TE-7K-MD 1PH 1HP
20% Off Special Price $2,184.00 Regular Price $2,730.00March 7 self-priming Kynar magdrive totally enclosed pumps are the "workhorses" or the March product line. Ceramic spindle is standard. Contact us for additional materials, port sizes, or motors. Old 0155-0188-0100- Applications:
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115/230v 1HP Kynar Learn More - Applications:
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All-Flo Pumps
Stainless Steel Air Operated Double Diaphragm Pump
A150-F33-TT3T-B70
$9,458.88Stainless 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...
