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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AMT Pumps
Sprinkler / Booster 2HP
379C-95
23% Off Special Price $891.76 Regular Price $1,158.13Sprinkler/Booster pumps by AMT 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...
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Oberdorfer Pumps
Bronze Rotary Gear Pump w/ motor & relief valve
N990RH-M46
$2,748.20Oberdorfer Close coupled bronze rotary gear pumps.- Bronze Construction with SS shaft
- Helical gears for quiet operation
- Self-lubricating carbon bearings
- O-ring seal for max. leak protection
- The pump drive shaft is connected to the motor shaf...
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Myers Pumps
Self prime CI pump .75 hp
QP7
$1,432.00Quick 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...
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Flojet Pumps
Duplex Diaphragm pump
G573218
$317.40Glass filled Polypropylene double diaphragm pump with FKM diaphragms and check valve seats. Springs are Hastalloy.Connections are 1/2" HB straight. Air connection 1/4” (6.4 mm) Plastic Hose Barb
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Myers Pumps
Self prime CI pump 3 hp
QP30
$3,716.00Quick 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...
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All-Flo Pumps
PP Air Operated Double Diaphragm Pump Bolted Series
A050-SPP-VVPV-S70
$1,713.45PolyPro Air AODD Pump 1/4". Lube-free air valve, Non-stalling, No vent holes for corrosive fumes to get into, All plastic air system are corrosion resistant. Non-electrical. For handling large size solids order the Max-pass valve under accessor... -
Myers Pumps
Self prime CI pump 5hp Irrigation
QP50B
$5,395.00Quick Prime self-priming pumps are designed to supply large quantities of water for long periods. QP50B-3
QPs are ideal for lawn sprinkler systems, car washes and other high volume cleaning and maintenance applications. Home and property electric...
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AMT Pumps
Portable Gas Driven Utility Pump
4222-95
$839.384222-95 has Briggs Stratton engine. OBSOLETE due to engine. Cast iron Utility pump 9600GPH for use in construction, irrigation, fire fighting & general dewatering, & herbicides. 4 HP Briggs & Stratton engine. 3 Qt. gas tank will allow for up to...OBSOLETE due to engine, call or email for alternative assistance. Parts still available. Learn More -
All-Flo Pumps
PP Air Operated Double Diaphragm Pump Bolted Series
PE-038
$601.31PolyPro Air AODD Pump 3/8" S038-SQP-SEPE-S70. 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 Pum... -
All-Flo Pumps
PP Air Operated Double Diaphragm Pump Bolted Series
PB-10
$1,707.24PolyPro Air 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. Click here to Learn How to Size your Diaphragm Pump and for a Material...
