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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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... -
MP Pumps
2CT Trash Pump PEO
43931
$3,250.002CT Jaeger MP Trash Pumps, self-priming, cast iron. Pumpak for close-coupled electric motor drive provided separately.The Model 2CT is a 2" x 2" Self Priming Trash Pump which can be close coupled. This unit has cast iron construction with a du...
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MP Pumps
FM5 Pump w/ 1.5HP
26549
$2,200.00Flomax 5 are self-priming pumps, pipe size 1.5" NPT. Electric Motor Driven Pump using a Close-Coupled Cast Iron Electric Motor-1.5 HP. FLOMAX® 5 self priming centrifugal pumps are capable of creating vacuum sufficient to lift liquids from heights...
1.5HP 115/230v CI Learn More -
All-Flo Pumps
Conductive Nylon AODD Bolted Model
A050-SPY-TT3T-SF0
$1,485.00Although 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...Teflon diaphragm 1/2" Learn More -
Gorman-Rupp Pumps
Diesel Portable High Pressure Pump
2P7XZR
23% Off Special Price $6,489.37 Regular Price $8,427.75Diesel Engine Driven Water Pump diesel engine with rope recoil. Die-cast Aluminum, Self-Priming Engine Driven Pump. Provides home fire protection with optional hose kit. Cast iron diffuser and aluminum closed impeller. Includes strainer.
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5HP Fire Irrigation Pump Learn More -
All-Flo Pumps
Air Operated Double Diaphragm Pump Bolted Series
A050-NAA-SSPE-S00
$1,171.50Aluminum Air AODD Pump 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. Click here to Learn How to Size your Diaphragm Pump and for a Mate... -
All-Flo Pumps
Conductive Nylon AODD Bolted Model
A050-SPY-GN3N-SF0
$1,412.40Although 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... -
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... -
All-Flo Pumps
Conductive Nylon AODD Bolted Model
A050-SPY-VV3V-SF0
$1,582.65Although 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...
