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
Electric Trash pump 10HP
394J-95
$4,462.50Electric Trash Pump 3" & 10HP motor.
AMT Cast Iron Sewage Trash pumps are designed for a trouble free and economical handling of solid-laden liquids and slurries. Pumps are available in three NPT port sizes; 2", 3" and 4". Cast iron construction ...
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AMT Pumps
SS Self PrimingPump
429A-98-3ph
$1,367.44Self Priming AMT 316 SS Transfer pumps
are designed to handle liquids and chemicals with specific gravities to 1.6. The pumps are particularly well suited to applications involving perchloroethylene (PCE) and are recommended for use with nonflamm...
230-460V 3phase 1/2HP TEFC Learn More -
MP Pumps
316SS Self prime pump FMX100
39467
$1,650.00The patented ; FMX100 self-priming centrifugal pump is constructed of 316 SS for superior corrosion resistance and compatibility with most fluid types. A carbon / ceramic / FKM mechanical seal is standard. With a maximum flow of over 55 GPM and pr...
230v/460v 3/4HP TENV Learn More -
AMT Pumps
Self Priming Cast Iron Pump
2SP20C-3P
23% Off Special Price $1,009.57 Regular Price $1,311.132HP Self-priming Cast Iron pump
for circulating liquid transfer and dewatering applications. This line of AMT Self-Priming Centrifugal pumps is designed for industrial and commercial applications requiring high volume liquid transfer, waste water...
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Hypro Pumps
Cast Iron Gear pump 1/4"
GMCV2VA33T
$1,123.00Rotary Cast Iron Gear pump with electric motor. 303 SS fasteners, steel gears.
Adjustable relief valve designed for internal pressure relief, can be ported for either internal or external discharge. Do not operate the relief valve for more than o...
3/4HP 230/460v TEFC 1/4" Learn More -
Pacer Pumps
NSF Water Pump
IPW2WL-D3.0C
$2,515.00NSF Sanitary potable water & Food Grade electric pump.
Self-Priming SS Centrifugal Pumps, Pump casing is made of 304 stainless steel. Internal parts are glass reinforced polypropylene. All pumps include a built-in check valve.
These pumps are st...
3HP 230/460v/3 Stainless 2" Learn More -
Hypro Pumps
316SS Gear pump
GMSV4A23
$1,735.68316SS Rotary Gear pump with 1HP motor. 303 SS fasteners, Ryton gears. Stainless steel gear pump for aggressive chemicals.
Use for pressure spraying, circulation of lubricants, tank / drum filling. Will handle water like liquids to very thick. B...
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AMT Pumps
Self Priming Centrifugal Pump
15SP15C-3P
23% Off Special Price $952.30 Regular Price $1,236.751.5HP Self Priming Chemical Pump
1.5" Self-priming centrifugal pump for circulating, liquid transfer and dewatering applications. This line of AMT Self-Priming Centrifugal pumps is designed for industrial and commercial applications requiring hig...
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MP Pumps
FM30 Pump Electric motor
34838
$9,700.00Flomax 30 are self-priming pumps, pipe size 3" NPT. Close coupled Electric motor. Used for irrigation, water transfer.20HP 230/460v Learn More -
Pacer Pumps
Centrifugal Pump
SE2HL-D3.0C
15% Off Special Price $1,359.15 Regular Price $1,599.00Pacer S pump 58-12H4 D3.0C close coupled to a TEFC 3hp motor. Self priming FRP plastic resists abrasive particles, good for most water transfer applications. Widely used to transfer and spray de-icing / anti-icing solutions, such as calcium chlori...
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