Currently designing a new isolated JTAG/SWD probe, and I'm going to use an USB type C connector for a change.
I selected the Amphenol 10137061-00021LF which seems a good compromise (pricing, build quality, availability and one through-hole row).
I need to be able to hand-build a few prototypes.
This connector has a shielding which will prevent (I think) direct hand-soldering of the SMD pins (one of the two rows) which are covered by it.
Most receptacles I've found so far have a similar design (I guess for EMI reasons?). I've found only one receptacle the shielding of which doesn't cover the row of SMD pins, but it's unvailable. Don't want to get into supply issues.
Obviously, using a hot air ironl ooks like an option but I'm wondering how difficult it will be given that the whole connector is covered by its shielding, so heating it from above will be a pain due to the thermal mass.
Any tip/real experience with hand soldering those connectors is welcome.