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
3 Self-Priming Stainless Steel pump
6200-98
$8,500.00Self-Priming Stainless Steel pump.
3" SS self priming electric motor pump. A robust Stainless Steel SS Centrifugal self priming pump designed for a broad range of high capacity applications, including dewatering, waste pits, liquid transfer, circ...
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AMT Pumps
4 Self-Priming Stainless Steel pump
6212-98
$10,625.00Self-Priming Stainless Steel SS pump 15HP.
4 Self-Priming Stainless Steel pump. A robust Stainless Steel SS Centrifugal self priming pump designed for a broad range of high capacity applications, including dewatering, waste pits, liquid transfer,...
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Gorman-Rupp Pumps
Honda GX160 High Pressure water pump ES
2P5XHRES
$2,544.00Electric Start High-Pressure Water Pump Powered by Honda GX160
The Gorman-Rupp 2P5XHR is a self-priming, high-head water pump designed for irrigation, fire protection, and other demanding water applications. Powered by a Honda GX160 commercial-gr...
Electric Start Honda GX160 2" Learn More -
AMT Pumps
3 Self-Priming Stainless Steel Pedestal pump
6200-PED-98
$6,500.00Self-Priming Stainless Steel Pedestal pump.
3" SS self priming Pedestal pump. A robust Stainless Steel SS Centrifugal self priming pump designed for a broad range of high capacity applications, including dewatering, waste pits, liquid transfer, c...
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AMT Pumps
3 Self-Priming Stainless Steel pump
6201-98
$8,700.00Electric Self-Priming Stainless Steel pump.
3" SS self priming electric motor pump. A robust Stainless Steel SS Centrifugal self priming pump designed for a broad range of high capacity applications, including dewatering, waste pits, liquid trans...
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MP Pumps
High Head Pedestal pump
36647
$2,995.75High Head Pedestal CI pump.
Self priming high head centrifugal pump, pedestal mounted for pulley or belt drive on ship or boat.
- 1 1/2 x 1 1/2" HIGH HEAD
- ABS type approved for many shipboard services
- FLOWS - TO 140 GPM
- PRESSURES - TO 190 TDH...
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MP Pumps
Series 80 pump pak
26038
$1,450.00Series 80 End Suction Centrifugal Pump. 1.5" NPT suction and 1.25" NPT vertical or horizontal discharge. Pump kit NO motor. For 145TC -
Gorman-Rupp Pumps
Honda GX160 High Pressure water pump
2P5XHR
20% Off Special Price $1,491.75 Regular Price $1,864.69High-Pressure Water Pump Powered by Honda GX160
The Gorman-Rupp 2P5XHR is a self-priming, high-head water pump designed for irrigation, fire protection, and other demanding water applications. Powered by a Honda GX160 commercial-grade engine, thi...
Honda GX160 2" Learn More -
AMT Pumps
Sewage Trash pump 7.5HP
394G-95
25% Off Special Price $2,575.50 Regular Price $3,434.00Sewage Trash Pump, 7.5HP electric
Self priming electric motor driven pumps for all sorts of medium sized debris. Factory sumps, Loading docks, wastewater pits, manure pits and high volume water transfer. Rugged American made pump. Motors are avai...
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AMT Pumps
Irrigation pump
379B-95
20% Off Special Price $893.35 Regular Price $1,116.691.5HP Irrigation pump feature Investment Cast 316 SS closed impellers for high efficiency and resistance against erosion caused by abrasive particles. All irrigation pump models self-prime to 20 feet. Single stage irrigation pump models feature a ...
1-1/2HP 115/230v TEFC Learn More