What is a leader head and what is it used for?

A leader head (also known as a conductor head, collector head, rainwater head, or scupper box) is a funnel-shaped metal component installed between a gutter and a downspout. It collects rainwater from the gutter, manages overflow during heavy rainfall, and channels water efficiently into the downspout. Leader heads also serve an architectural function, adding decorative detail to building facades.

What materials are Protec leader heads available in?

Protec manufactures leader heads in copper, zinc (titanium-zinc), aluminium, and steel. Copper is the premium choice for heritage and luxury buildings. Zinc offers long-term weather resistance with a natural patina. Aluminium is lightweight and corrosion-resistant. Steel is cost-effective for standard commercial applications. Custom material combinations and finishes are available on request.

Can Protec manufacture custom leader heads to specific dimensions?

Yes. All Protec leader heads are produced to order according to customer technical specifications - including custom dimensions, gutter size, downspout diameter, drainage capacity, and decorative detailing. We specialise in matching existing profiles for renovation and heritage restoration projects.

Are Protec leader heads suitable for heritage and historic buildings?

Yes. Protec produces ornate and decorative leader heads specifically for historic buildings, churches, listed properties, and architectural restoration projects. Copper and zinc variants develop a natural patina over time, matching the appearance of original period metalwork.

Does Protec offer OEM or private label leader head production?

Yes. Protec offers OEM production and private label supply for distributors, roofing contractors, and construction developers. We handle both serial production runs and individual custom orders from the same manufacturing facility in Poland.

What is the difference between a leader head and a conductor head?

Leader head and conductor head refer to the same product. Other common names include collector head, collector box, rainwater head, rain collector, and scupper box. The terminology varies by region - leader head is more common in the UK and Europe, while conductor head is more widely used in the US.

Leader Heads & Conductor Heads - Custom Manufacturer

Leader Heads - Custom Copper, Zinc and Steel Conductor Heads

Protec is a manufacturer of custom leader heads (conductor heads, rainwater heads, collector boxes) for residential, commercial, and heritage building drainage systems. All leader heads are produced to order from copper, titanium-zinc, aluminium, or steel - dimensioned to match gutter size, downspout diameter, and required drainage capacity. Both functional and ornate decorative variants are available, combining performance with architectural detailing for modern and historic projects alike.

What is a Leader Head?

A leader head is a funnel-shaped metal component installed at the junction between a gutter and a downspout. Also known as a conductor head, rainwater head, collector box, or scupper box, it collects and channels rainwater efficiently into the downpipe, managing overflow during heavy rainfall and reducing the risk of gutter blockage. Ornate leader heads also serve as a decorative architectural accent on building facades.

Available Materials:

Copper - premium choice for heritage restoration, listed buildings, churches and luxury residential projects - develops a natural green patina over time

Titanium-zinc - long-term weather resistance with self-regenerating patina - compatible with Rheinzink and VM Zinc gutter systems

Aluminium - lightweight, corrosion-resistant, available in powder-coated RAL colours

Steel - hot-dip galvanized or powder-coated for cost-effective commercial applications

Applications:

Residential pitched roof drainage systems - half-round and box-shaped gutter profiles

Commercial and industrial buildings - large-format leader heads for high-volume drainage

Heritage restoration and listed buildings - ornate copper and zinc leader heads matching original profiles

Through-wall scupper connections - custom-dimensioned collector boxes for flat roof drainage

Rainwater harvesting systems - leader heads as collection points for storage tank connection

Custom Manufacturing and OEM:

As a direct leader head manufacturer, Protec produces all conductor heads to order - custom dimensions, ornate detailing, specific material gauges, and matched finishes for renovation projects. We specialise in matching existing profiles with precision. OEM production and private label supply are available for distributors and roofing contractors. View our full gutter components range or contact us for a tailored quote.

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Leader Head

Product categories

Leader Heads - Custom Copper, Zinc and Steel Conductor Heads

Leader Heads - Custom Copper, Zinc and Steel Conductor Heads

What is a Leader Head?

Available Materials:

Applications:

Custom Manufacturing and OEM:

Long Square Hopper Head

Square Leader Head Manufacturer

Box Leader Head

Vitoria Hopper Head

Berlin Hopper Head

Ornate Hopper Head with Overflow

Flat Roof Hopper Half Round

Frankfurt Hopper Head 240x195x255 mm

Stabilised Hopper Head – Concave Form W-K

Half Round Gutter Outlet

Faceted Gutter Outlet

Rustic Leader Head