{"product_id":"toilettes-portables-freucamp-12l-16l-camping-car-van-thetford-porta-potti","title":"Portable Toilet for Motorhome and Campervans - (12L \/ 16L)","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.375rem] font-bold\"\u003eFreucamp Portable Toilets 12L \/ 16L — The ready-to-use solution for van, panel van conversions, and boat\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eNo plumbing, no cutting into the bodywork, no fitting work. Take them out, add water to the fresh water tank, and it’s ready. A direct alternative to Porta Potti, with premium finish and high-gloss PBT seal to effectively block odors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvailable in \u003cstrong\u003e12 L\u003c\/strong\u003e (compact, ideal for weekends and small setups) and \u003cstrong\u003e16 L\u003c\/strong\u003e (extended autonomy for long use or family).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhy choose these portable toilets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZero installation\u003c\/strong\u003e — usable 5 minutes after unpacking, transferable from one vehicle to another.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnhanced odor sealing\u003c\/strong\u003e — high-gloss PBT blade + seal between the two compartments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-in fresh water tank\u003c\/strong\u003e — manual flush, easy rinsing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAntibacterial seat\u003c\/strong\u003e — specific material for daily use in confined spaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRobust\u003c\/strong\u003e — max user load 200 kg.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo capacities available\u003c\/strong\u003e — 12 L for compact, 16 L for autonomy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClean emptying\u003c\/strong\u003e — separable waste water tank with screw cap spout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpaced maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e — about every 5 days under normal use with decomposition liquid.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile\u003c\/strong\u003e — Motorhome, Campervan, boat, cabin, home emergency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eTechnical features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon to both models\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eType: two-piece portable toilets (upper part bowl + fresh water \/ lower part waste water)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eSeal: high-gloss PBT blade + sealing ring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eEmptying: spout integrated into the waste water tank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eSeat: antibacterial material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eMax user load: 200 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eInstallation: none\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eRecommended cleaning frequency: 5 days under normal use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eColor: white\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFreucamp 12L (compact)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eWaste water tank capacity: 12 L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eFresh water tank capacity: 14 L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eDimensions: 442 × 362 × 343 mm (L × D × H)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eEmpty weight: 4.3 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eTypical use: weekend, couples, small spaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFreucamp 16L (extended autonomy)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eWaste water tank capacity: 16 L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eBuilt-in fresh water tank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eSlightly larger size for more autonomy between emptyings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eTypical use: extended stays, families, high frequency of use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eHow it works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe product consists of \u003cstrong\u003etwo stacked parts that fit together\u003c\/strong\u003e. The upper part contains the \u003cstrong\u003ebowl\u003c\/strong\u003e and the \u003cstrong\u003eFresh water tank\u003c\/strong\u003e that supplies the manual flush. The lower part is the \u003cstrong\u003ewaste water tank\u003c\/strong\u003e. Between the two, a \u003cstrong\u003erotating PBT blade\u003c\/strong\u003e and a \u003cstrong\u003eseal\u003c\/strong\u003e completely isolate the waste compartment — this is what sets it apart from entry-level portable toilets where odors come back after the first use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eTo empty: \u003cstrong\u003eseparate the two parts\u003c\/strong\u003e (the upper half lifts), carry the lower part to the service point, \u003cstrong\u003epoint the spout upwards\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eunscrew the cap\u003c\/strong\u003e, tip to empty, rinse with clean water, then screw the cap back on. With a standard decomposition additive (blue sanitary liquid), \u003cstrong\u003ea full cleaning every 5 days is enough\u003c\/strong\u003e for normal use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhich capacity to choose\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e12L\u003c\/strong\u003e is the compact format: ideal for weekends, couples, light panel van conversions, and tight spaces under a bench or in a trunk. Lighter to carry when emptying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e16L\u003c\/strong\u003e takes up a bit more space but offers \u003cstrong\u003emore days of autonomy between emptyings\u003c\/strong\u003e — it’s the right choice for extended stays, families, or if you simply don’t want to think about it every 5 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003ePortable Freucamp vs fixed cassette toilet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePortable toilets\u003c\/strong\u003e like the Freucamp 12L\/16L are suitable if you don’t want to cut the bodywork to install a service hatch, if you change conversions regularly, or if you want a backup solution that can be removed as needed. You keep full flexibility: move it, store it, transfer it to another vehicle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003efixed cassette toilets\u003c\/strong\u003e (type Freucamp W5000\/W5001) are another product category: they require an external cutout and plumbing connection, but allow emptying from outside the vehicle — more comfortable daily for permanent conversions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible with a Porta Potti?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — very similar format and use to a Thetford Porta Potti. Same sanitary additives (blue liquid for the waste tank, pink liquid for the fresh water tank).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnd the odors?\u003c\/strong\u003e The PBT seal is the key part. As long as it is clean and you use a decomposition additive, the waste tank remains airtight between emptyings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWithout additive?\u003c\/strong\u003e Possible for very short term, but not recommended: without decomposition liquid, odors and deposits build up quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many people?\u003c\/strong\u003e About 5 days of autonomy for two people with standard use on the 12L. Expect longer on the 16L, or shorter with 3-4 people.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eA simple, reliable, and clean alternative to the Porta Potti\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eIf you want real toilets in your van without starting a construction project, the Freucamp 12L\/16L is the direct option: premium finish, serious sealing, robust, ready to use right out of the box. 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